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![]() ![]() So if been told that number matching factory resto for these 67-72 Chevy trucks ain't very desirable people would would rather have custom built ... So what do you prefer reply with answer |
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Re: Factory # match or custom
To each their own ,Some guys dig original, some totally custom . Once you trashed your frame you no longer have a numbers matching anything just some cool parts left to build a custom non numbers matching truck .
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Re: Factory # match or custom
I don't know if desirable is the word I'd use. There is no way to number match the engines transmissions, etc. to a particular truck like you can with the Mopar Muscle Cars where the last 6 of the serial number is tamped into the block and trans, and I believe rear end that came with the car. Because of that factor number match is not an issue with these trucks. Now when you talk Custom you are talking about personal taste and that can be anything to a chopped top or a real wild paint job or crushed velvet upholstery When you customize a truck just remember if/when you want to sell it someone is not usually willing to pay a premium for your taste.
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Re: Factory # match or custom
I find the original ( although they are getting harder to find ) trucks bring the premium dollars but sellers of theses trucks usually know what they have you have to pay the price if you want one. Making a living flipping these trucks would be hard to do.
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Re: Factory # match or custom
Numbers matching means nothing on these trucks since it can't be proven. Build a nice rust free truck that looks original if you want the most resale value.
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Re: Factory # match or custom
If you want to make money on these trucks you need to know them in & out & be a very good body man lol The drivetrain #'s can't be matched to the vehicle itself, only period correct for these trucks. BUT correct VIN's & Titles matching the build do matter. So since you're build a 4x4 out of a 2wd truck it may not be worth as much as a true 4x4. There are thousands of resto mod trucks, custom trucks and original trucks out there so no the value isn't increased on them because there's less of either style. The value increases on these come from low mileage original unmolested trucks or high quality resto/custom builds. The quality of work, rarity and location can all impact the price of these. Here in the PNW our market isn't as strong as say Texas or the rusty eastern States. Since we have so many trucks here the prices are fairly low compared to other States.
Lots of cheap trucks but you need to know these trucks and what to look for if you want to make the most money. Lots of guys jump on the band wagon thinking they can wheel and deal these but usually make no money or can take a loss on stuff they thought was a gold mine but isn't. Same with all makes and models of classics though. I've only been buying/selling/building pre-72 GM trucks for 16 years now and that's nothing compared to some guys on here who've done it for 30+ years and is their livelyhood. Takes time to know the classics.
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Re: Factory # match or custom
Are you willing to relocate to Detroit?
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Good choices would include electrician, gas fitter, automotive mechanic....something along those lines. Don't fall into the general skilled labor or jack of all trades category....that is not a desireable situation to be in. Get licensed....education is always the key...or at least 99.5% of the time. My two bits. Coley
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Re: Factory # match or custom
Well...we build cars around here.
Currently looking for technician/fab support. Three year special project, off site at a skunkworks. Low volume production/show vehicle; 2018 model year timing; separate resources, processes and design support from the mainstream programs. There are very strict security clearance requirements, in case that's an issue. K
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Re: Factory # match or custom
Put me down for factory style restoration on these trucks.
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Re: Factory # match or custom
Federal Government "Secret" security classification, for government programs.
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If I could do it all again I would get into the medical field. nursing or xray tech or what ever. education is key. as for origonality vs custom.Origonal is more desireable and they are getting fewer and further between. Numbers matching is clearly verifiable and achievable. one only has to look at the corvette industry. origonal is good foundation for any thing. custom is expensive and some peoples taste leaves alot to be desired. I like origonals. |
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From that one that sold a couple of days ago custom will bring more I guess, but you still spend $100K to get $40K back best case.
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The only way you make money on one of these trucks is in small increments at best, and with trucks that most likely aren't restored. You can purchase a $2500 truck and flip it for 3k possibly. As stated several times on this board, there are 0, that's zero numbers matching 67-72 GM pickups in existence. The block can be traced to a date that precedes the trucks' manufacture date, and that is the closest you can get. There were no VIN numbers stamped to the block, transmission, rear end, carburetor, or other components. Obviously the SPID can be matched to the door VIN and frame as well. |
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Ok so I guess I should of been more pacific but some people understood tho
Witch do you like better Option 1 all factory matching spid like the day it was made Option 2 completely custom that doesn't match spid at all .... Guess there's no money in any thing these days ![]() Maybe classic Avon trailer restoration (if any even knows what that is lol)
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- It came in that year of truck - It came with the transmission option listed on the SPID - It was built within a reasonable time window before the truck was
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