What's my truck worth?

[Earl Filter]

Before you say it, I know: Not much!

1977 C20 Silverado 454/T400 3.73s/posi with factory air, tilt, cruise. Body parts obviously rusted, but the 454 is strong and starts right up, no smoke and no noises. I just got the Texas tags and inspection done. New brake calipers, hoses, pads, shoes. What asking price would you start at? What do you think it's really worth? Here's my thought: Start out at about $1400, take 1100-1200. My Jag project needs a jumpstart, and I'd rather start with a nicer truck to be a driver than this one.

[N2TRUX]

Brandon here's what I would do. I would spend a day cleaning the truck inside and out. I would hit the paint with a scotch brite pad then throw a coat of primer on it. Then I would set it out for 1950.00 and see what happens....

[bigarmzz]

i dont know man....i think i'd part it out

should get more $ that way

[Earl Filter]

Originally Posted by bigarmzz

i dont know man....i think i'd part it out

should get more $ that way

Nah, it's a running, driving, inspected truck. That'll bring some cash as-is. I don't want to spend the time taking anything apart.

[Earl Filter]

Originally Posted by N2TRUX

Brandon here's what I would do. I would spend a day cleaning the truck inside and out. I would hit the paint with a scotch brite pad then throw a coat of primer on it. Then I would set it out for 1950.00 and see what happens....

I appreciate what you're saying, but I think I'll send it to the next guy as it is, so they can see what they're getting. I truly think it's worth fixing up, but my Jag is my priority right now, so it's got to go.

[1FaastC10]

honestly, big block or no big block, that truck doesnt look to be worth more than $750. too much rust.

[N2TRUX]

Does the a/c works ? That will make a big difference in value too. I think it would be a great truck for one of the many "Lawn Services" around here.....

[Earl Filter]

Originally Posted by 1FaastC10

honestly, big block or no big block, that truck doesnt look to be worth more than $750. too much rust.

I'll eat my hat if I don't get $1000 for it. And I'll post pictures. The truck market is different dependent on location. Also notice that the majority of the rust is on the fenders and hood. The doors and rockers aren't that bad. I'd replace the bed, as there are better ones around that are cheap.

[bigarmzz]

Originally Posted by 1FaastC10

honestly, big block or no big block, that truck doesnt look to be worth more than $750. too much rust.

thats what i was getting at-by saying "part it out"

[Earl Filter]

Originally Posted by bigarmzz

thats what i was getting at-by saying "part it out"

Too much work, not enough room, not enough time...

No offense to anyone, but I think N2TRUX is the only one that "gets it", as he lives within a few miles of me. A running, driving 3/4 ton truck in ANY shape is worth a grand to those that lay brick, pull a backhoe, or do yardwork. I've sold many a used car/truck, and there's a high demand for a POS like this. Not to be mean, but let's hope the Minutemen on the border don't catch the guy that's going to buy my truck.

[CHEVYE]

if it really runs out smooth and has working air and a big block. you could get $1200-$1500 all day around here.

[Captkaos]

A running/driving truck around here is generally $1000. Working AC in this heat is a plus, and TX isn't not any cooler. I would say $1200-1500 would be reasonable here also.

[Greenlee]

Originally Posted by Earl Filter

I'll eat my hat if I don't get $1000 for it. And I'll post pictures. The truck market is different dependent on location. Also notice that the majority of the rust is on the fenders and hood. The doors and rockers aren't that bad. I'd replace the bed, as there are better ones around that are cheap.

My truck was about like yours. I replaced the front fenders and hood and about 90% of the rust was gone. Other than the front clip, my truck didn't have too much rust and the body was straight.

The price you are asking sounds reasonable to me for this area. I work near downtown (midtown) and there has been an old mid-70's 1/2 ton beater sitting for sale off Bagby Street for about a month. It originally said $2600 on the windshield, then it was $2200. I have been laughing my ass off at the asking price for weeks. This morning it was gone. I don't know if it sold, but I would gladly buy your truck before I bought this piece of crap! There didn't appear to be a straight body panel on the entire truck. Plus, I'd be surprised if it had a big block and the A/C worked.

[86swb]

I agree Earl, if you do not get at least a grand I would not sell it. But I think you will get at least that much.

[82c10]

first of all i am not racist, now that being said, bring it up to oklahoma city , and sell it to some mexicans, they will give you probably at least $2000

[CHEVYE]

Originally Posted by 82c10

first of all i am not racist, now that being said, bring it up to oklahoma city , and sell it to some mexicans, they will give you probably at least $2000

[Earl Filter]

Originally Posted by 82c10

first of all i am not racist, now that being said, bring it up to oklahoma city , and sell it to some mexicans, they will give you probably at least $2000

I'm in Houston, Tx. I don't have to come to Oklahoma to find some Mexicans!

That's why I said I hope the Minutemen on the border don't catch one of my potential buyers.

Most, but not all, of the older trucks I've sold went to Mexican people. It's not racist, it's true.

[86swb]

So you are saying that Mexicans give you more than you are asking? That is what it sounds like 82c10 is saying. Why would they do that??

[86 GMG]

ahhhhh cash sell and they can haul there families around in the back hell with a bb in it they should give you 3000.00 for her because they all can get in and drive the speed limit on the highway also

[Slonaker]

You guys aren't funny. Why can't you make this a board that is friendly to everyone?

Slonaker

[Earl Filter]

Originally Posted by Slonaker

You guys aren't funny. Why can't you make this a board that is friendly to everyone?

Slonaker

I wasn't saying anything negative whatsoever. My transactions with Mexican guys have been from obviously hardworking people that needed a cheap vehicle. I've never changed my pricing for anyone. I have an amount in my head that I think a given vehicle is worth, and that's what I try to get. Sorry if I offended anyone with my comments, but having been a police officer in suburbs of Houston, I know first hand that the influx of illegal aliens from Mexico is out of control. In fact, that's an understatement.

[CHEVYE]

i don't think anyone was out of line or offensive. i seen 9 people get out of an astro van the other day, sometimes that's just the truth and that's the way it is.
heck, money is money i would sell it to the guy that was willing to pay the most too.

[Earl Filter]

Originally Posted by CHEVYE

heck, money is money i would sell it to the guy that was willing to pay the most too.

As long as they have a social security number to transfer the title to, I'll take anyone's cash!

[Slonaker]

Originally Posted by Earl Filter

I wasn't saying anything negative whatsoever. My transactions with Mexican guys have been from obviously hardworking people that needed a cheap vehicle. I've never changed my pricing for anyone. I have an amount in my head that I think a given vehicle is worth, and that's what I try to get. Sorry if I offended anyone with my comments, but having been a police officer in suburbs of Houston, I know first hand that the influx of illegal aliens from Mexico is out of control. In fact, that's an understatement.

I was not really referring to your comments. I, too, would sell the truck to the person with the most cash.

It was the others that implied that Mexicans are somehow dumb enough to pay more than others, or that your truck is somehow better suited to Mexican families, that disappoint me.

My point is that people's ethnicity has nothing to do with selling a truck. Why bring it up? Why perpetuate stereotypes? Why can't we just talk about Chevy trucks, and make this a place that is friendly to everyone?

Slonaker

BTW, I recently sold a V8 Jag for $300...

[Earl Filter]

Originally Posted by Slonaker

BTW, I recently sold a V8 Jag for $300...

Did it look like this?