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sinister72 · 01-07-2006, 11:10 AM

I have been presented with an opportuntity ! i have been offered a 1969 chevy short fleetside c-10, 307,4x4, 4 speed,bench seat ,am radio, air.
Here is the kick,,,, it has 5800 original miles, 100% stock,factory tires,belts,etc. manual,protecto plate,warranty info. looks like it did when it came off the dealer lot. Has been stored inside for the last 35 years,,,and can be bought in the mid teens.
what do you think?

71swb4x4 · 01-07-2006, 11:11 AM

If the question is should you buy it...well that would be a stupid question. What is your question?

**truckdude239** · 01-07-2006, 11:15 AM

**Joesjunk** · 01-07-2006, 11:15 AM

I would like to see some pics of that!! Mid teens for a 5800 mile short 4x4 doesn't sound too bad????

ratrod67 · 01-07-2006, 11:30 AM

If you have the $$ then do it. Probably not too many left like that.

Novaguy73 · 01-07-2006, 11:43 AM

Im still learning the ins and outs of these trucks but if you can verify this is the real deal im guessing you couldnt find a cooler score. You could easily get your money back out of it if its in premo shape. The only down side is the 307 if you want to call it a downside. I would definately make sure it runs holds oil pressure, dosent have any problems. And for mid teens it shouldnt.Ask how it was taken care of for the last 35 years and if it was just parked and sat, you may have a case to bring him down a few thousand beings that the motor may have issues with seals, gaskets and possibly rings and bearings? Honestly the tires are probably dry rotted so i wouldnt be driving it home. While all these original things are nice on paper, if your going to drive it, there are definately some safty/mechenical reliability issues that go with it.

Americanrider · 01-07-2006, 01:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Novaguy73

I would definately make sure it runs holds oil pressure, dosent have any problems. And for mid teens it shouldnt.Ask how it was taken care of for the last 35 years and if it was just parked and sat, you may have a case to bring him down a few thousand beings that the motor may have issues with seals, gaskets and possibly rings and bearings? Honestly the tires are probably dry rotted so i wouldnt be driving it home. While all these original things are nice on paper, if your going to drive it, there are definately some safty/mechenical reliability issues that go with it.

A very close look for dryrot on ALL OF THE GAS/BRAKE RUBBER LINES!

ChevLoRay · 01-07-2006, 01:25 PM

This truck MAY be a true "uncle Daniel" truck......per Rod & Custom of the late '60's. Then, it may be a hoax. Without pictures, and by that I mean a lot of them, it's hard for anyone to offer any advice.

With odometers that only go to 99,999.9 miles, we all know that there have been a number of instances where a prospective buyer, or seller for that matter, believed the actual mileage shown, to be true mileage. I have only got 11K plus miles showing on my '69. There would have to be plenty of documentation that accompanied such a vehicle, to substantiate the claims of the seller. If, on the other hand, you were a member/friend of the family and knew the history of the truck, you would be more comfortable.

It sounds like an enticing vehicle, IF it is what you want and will be satisfied just to maintain it. With only 5800 miles, it could be that it was only used to plow snow in a small town....kinda like the Mustang/Camaro etc., that was only driven on weekends....a quarter mile at a time.

Remember, for potential buyers the rule is "Caveat Emptor".....let the buyer beware.

01-07-2006, 11:10 AM	#1
sinister72 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Bowling Green, kentucky Posts: 182	NEED to know what you think! I have been presented with an opportuntity ! i have been offered a 1969 chevy short fleetside c-10, 307,4x4, 4 speed,bench seat ,am radio, air. Here is the kick,,,, it has 5800 original miles, 100% stock,factory tires,belts,etc. manual,protecto plate,warranty info. looks like it did when it came off the dealer lot. Has been stored inside for the last 35 years,,,and can be bought in the mid teens. what do you think? __________________ 72 chevy C-10 swb fleetside,402 BB.700r4,buckets,console.etc. 72 Blazer CST 350,AT, new project 1971 Chevy Nova ,355 SB blow through turbo in works.

01-07-2006, 11:11 AM	#2
71swb4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Brookings, SD Posts: 10,497	Re: NEED to know what you think! If the question is should you buy it...well that would be a stupid question. What is your question? __________________ Some people are like slinkies, they aren't good for anything, but you can't help but smile when you see one tumble down the stairs. Last edited by 71swb4x4; 01-07-2006 at 11:12 AM.

01-07-2006, 11:15 AM	#3
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01-07-2006, 11:15 AM	#4
Joesjunk Senior Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Independence MO. Posts: 7,705	Re: NEED to know what you think! I would like to see some pics of that!! Mid teens for a 5800 mile short 4x4 doesn't sound too bad???? __________________ 72 3/4t Custom Deluxe 402/auto 66k Original paint 71 3/4t 4x4 Custom Deluxe 10k original miles Original paint 71 3/4t Cheyenne 402 70k original paint 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 91k original paint 72 Cheyenne/30 Dually 69 Camaro SS396 4-speed 13 GMC 2500HD Duramax I bought new 05 Jeep Wrangler "Willys Edition" 12k miles (I bought new) 85 3/4 ton 4x4 Scottsdale 33k miles original paint 86 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 454 restored 80 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 9,434 original miles!! original paint 95 GMC 1 ton dually 4x4 my dad bought new 95 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4, regular cab 454, 31k original miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 6.0L 67k miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 8.1L 28k miles 2003 GMC 2500HD 4x4 regular cab Diesel 93k miles 67-72 Parts for sale

01-07-2006, 11:30 AM	#5
ratrod67 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 2,269	Re: NEED to know what you think! If you have the $$ then do it. Probably not too many left like that.

01-07-2006, 11:43 AM	#6
Novaguy73 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Waterloo, Ia Posts: 73	Re: NEED to know what you think! Im still learning the ins and outs of these trucks but if you can verify this is the real deal im guessing you couldnt find a cooler score. You could easily get your money back out of it if its in premo shape. The only down side is the 307 if you want to call it a downside. I would definately make sure it runs holds oil pressure, dosent have any problems. And for mid teens it shouldnt.Ask how it was taken care of for the last 35 years and if it was just parked and sat, you may have a case to bring him down a few thousand beings that the motor may have issues with seals, gaskets and possibly rings and bearings? Honestly the tires are probably dry rotted so i wouldnt be driving it home. While all these original things are nice on paper, if your going to drive it, there are definately some safty/mechenical reliability issues that go with it. __________________ -73' Nova 350 5-speed 9"rear, Runs 11's drives anywhere... -72' C10 350 Auto 12 bolt, runs 19's?? drives to work!

01-07-2006, 01:25 PM	#8
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Re: NEED to know what you think! This truck MAY be a true "uncle Daniel" truck......per Rod & Custom of the late '60's. Then, it may be a hoax. Without pictures, and by that I mean a lot of them, it's hard for anyone to offer any advice. With odometers that only go to 99,999.9 miles, we all know that there have been a number of instances where a prospective buyer, or seller for that matter, believed the actual mileage shown, to be true mileage. I have only got 11K plus miles showing on my '69. There would have to be plenty of documentation that accompanied such a vehicle, to substantiate the claims of the seller. If, on the other hand, you were a member/friend of the family and knew the history of the truck, you would be more comfortable. It sounds like an enticing vehicle, IF it is what you want and will be satisfied just to maintain it. With only 5800 miles, it could be that it was only used to plow snow in a small town....kinda like the Mustang/Camaro etc., that was only driven on weekends....a quarter mile at a time. Remember, for potential buyers the rule is "Caveat Emptor".....let the buyer beware. __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.



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