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The Hogdoctor · 01-14-2006, 11:52 PM

I was at Auto Zone last week and got to talking with a older man that was looking at buying some windshield wipers. As we talked he told me that he had a old 78 Chevy pickup that he did not drive anymore and needed to get rid of it.I told him that I might be interested in buying it for parts that I can put on my 66 Chevy. I followed him to his house and thinking this would be a waste of my time.
Well he said that if I wanted it I could have it for $200 dollars. The truck has new brakes,Rotors.Carb. Fiberglass camper shell,new tires,and a 350 motor with 86,654 miles on the speedometer.The truck was sitting under a Pecan tree since spring time and has not been moved.
I went home and got some money and a battery,fast as I could because things like this don't happen to me. I put the battery in cranked it up and drove it home.The gas tank said that it was full and it is.
I got a clean title and have registered it already.
I am not bragging about this truck or what I paid for it, I was just letting everyone know there are still some bargains out there.
Here are some Pic;

TrainD5115 · 01-14-2006, 11:57 PM

Good score! That doesn't look like a 78 grill though. Iy looks like an 80 grill to me. Anyway, for $200 dollars you can't go wrong.

79BIG10 · 01-15-2006, 12:22 AM

Great score. I would sell the camper top and recoop the money you spent on it fast. Wish I could find something like that around here.

BTW: The grill looks like mine for a 79. I bet it very well could be stock.

TEAM THC · 01-15-2006, 12:25 AM

man, talk about "right place at the right time"

**N2TRUX** · 01-15-2006, 12:32 AM

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Originally Posted by The Hogdoctor

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I am not bragging about this truck or what I paid for it, ....

Yes you are, but I don't blame you. I would be rubbing it in like mad if I had found a deal like this....

SSC's76 · 01-15-2006, 12:31 PM

I'd be bragging about a deal like that even If I just found a complete truck not running that I could nab all the ac stuff out of.

Good deal!

Russell · 01-15-2006, 01:49 PM

I just got a deal like that the other day

Sounds very much like your score, except mine is very rusty in the cab, and is a shortbox stepper (step box is actually in good shape!)

**Ron 586** · 01-15-2006, 02:08 PM

This makes 2 Auto Zone parking lot deals I've heard of in the last 24 hours. Guess I better change my hang out spot. That deal was a "you ain't gonna believe this s--t story". Great buy. Ron586 (Mr Round Tuit)

bodydropped · 01-17-2006, 11:57 AM

i bought one the other day for 40 bucks less the drive train the frt clips is perfect and frame has been blasted and painted but the towin fee was 65 bucks but im thinkin of tryin to get rid of it to pay for my air ride parts

86 GMG · 01-17-2006, 12:27 PM

damn im agreeing i think oriellys might be lossing business after this

**Captkaos** · 01-23-2006, 06:31 PM

Lucky guy. Was it the AutoZone on the corner before you get to 31?

Matt_305 · 01-23-2006, 06:54 PM

Lookin' good for $200. I love those stripes running up the hood on either side, never seen them in red before, I've seen the blue on russel's truck and on a near mint chev from the same era with blue rallys near me. Anyone know if that was a popular option?

Joe67 · 01-23-2006, 07:03 PM

Good deal!!

cliffsta · 01-23-2006, 11:32 PM

It's an 80 grille BTW...

MAN I wish I could find stuff like that.... DANGIT!!!!!

Southedisto · 01-23-2006, 11:57 PM

Good find.

Russell · 01-24-2006, 08:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Matt_305

Lookin' good for $200. I love those stripes running up the hood on either side, never seen them in red before, I've seen the blue on russel's truck and on a near mint chev from the same era with blue rallys near me. Anyone know if that was a popular option?

Quite the opposite actually -- They are actually very uncommon! I've seen them in red, blue and green from the factory.

Most people just get rid of them when they re-paint their trucks, if they have them. I personally plan to do some masking and re-paint them on there using mixed paint instead of the original plastic material that was used factory

Bubba4spd · 01-24-2006, 08:58 PM

Fantastic deal. Just shows it pays to be friendly and social. Glad you scored man.

82 Silverado 4X · 01-24-2006, 09:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Matt_305

Lookin' good for $200. I love those stripes running up the hood on either side, never seen them in red before, I've seen the blue on russel's truck and on a near mint chev from the same era with blue rallys near me. Anyone know if that was a popular option?

My 77 Blazer Chalet had those stripes in Beige to match the Brown Beige tu-tone when it was new. The PO, my neighbor had them painted over when he had the first repaint but I wet sanded through and took measurements of the stripes before I replaced the hood.

HOGDOCTOR: Great deal on the truck. Usually it's the "Day too late and too many dollars short" when a deal does come up.

Matt_305 · 01-24-2006, 10:15 PM

Awesome Russel, Glad to see people are saving them then if they're rare. Can't wait to see your truck done.
The HogDocter: Sorry I stole the thread there haha now we know it's even a little rare though. Good luck with whatever you do with it (I just hope to see those stripes

)

larry may · 01-24-2006, 10:37 PM

Geezee! Almost like a fairy tale story. Nice score .

01-14-2006, 11:52 PM	#1
The Hogdoctor Registered User Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Mount Olive Al Posts: 65	$200 truck I was at Auto Zone last week and got to talking with a older man that was looking at buying some windshield wipers. As we talked he told me that he had a old 78 Chevy pickup that he did not drive anymore and needed to get rid of it.I told him that I might be interested in buying it for parts that I can put on my 66 Chevy. I followed him to his house and thinking this would be a waste of my time. Well he said that if I wanted it I could have it for $200 dollars. The truck has new brakes,Rotors.Carb. Fiberglass camper shell,new tires,and a 350 motor with 86,654 miles on the speedometer.The truck was sitting under a Pecan tree since spring time and has not been moved. I went home and got some money and a battery,fast as I could because things like this don't happen to me. I put the battery in cranked it up and drove it home.The gas tank said that it was full and it is. I got a clean title and have registered it already. I am not bragging about this truck or what I paid for it, I was just letting everyone know there are still some bargains out there. Here are some Pic; Attached Images

01-14-2006, 11:57 PM	#2
TrainD5115 North Coast, baby! Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Toledo, OH Posts: 437	Re: $200 truck Good score! That doesn't look like a 78 grill though. Iy looks like an 80 grill to me. Anyway, for $200 dollars you can't go wrong. __________________ Brad 79 Scottsdale C20 350/350 3.73's Still running full CA smog gear!

01-15-2006, 12:22 AM	#3
79BIG10 I'm back with 2nd truck! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Texas Posts: 3,775	Re: $200 truck Great score. I would sell the camper top and recoop the money you spent on it fast. Wish I could find something like that around here. BTW: The grill looks like mine for a 79. I bet it very well could be stock. __________________ 1979 Chevrolet Bonanza Big10 "Tootsie Roll" 1985 Chevrolet Silverado (wife's) Member of the Southern Bowties Club "Don't underestimate how sexy a fat man who drinks to excess can be." Homer Simpson

01-15-2006, 12:25 AM	#4
TEAM THC CUSTOM CHEVY FIEND Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: CHICO CA Posts: 227	Re: $200 truck man, talk about "right place at the right time" __________________ THE QUEST CONTINUES TO BUILD A TRUCK WITH THE PERFECT BLEND OF OLD AND NEW SCHOOL STYLING. SEE PROJECT PICTURES AT CARDOMAIN.COM. SEARCH MEMBER ID TEAMTHC

01-15-2006, 12:31 PM	#6
SSC's76 No No Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Pueblo Colorado Posts: 1,781	Re: $200 truck I'd be bragging about a deal like that even If I just found a complete truck not running that I could nab all the ac stuff out of. Good deal! __________________ 1976 Custom Deluxe SWB Med FMB.3/4 Drop. Gen VI 454, Muncie HD 3 speed With Modified OE Hurst Shifter, 3.73 12 bolt, GMPP HO roller cam, Hooker headers, Performer intake with modified Q-jet, Accel distributor. Best 1/4 12.3 @108. Funnest run 19.84 @88 full 1/4 mile burn out. 1997 K1500 ext cab 5.7 stock except muffler

01-15-2006, 01:49 PM	#7
Russell Professional Grade Join Date: May 2003 Location: Fort McMurray, Alberta Posts: 7,915	Re: $200 truck I just got a deal like that the other day Sounds very much like your score, except mine is very rusty in the cab, and is a shortbox stepper (step box is actually in good shape!) __________________ 1995 Chevrolet 2 Door Tahoe (6.6L LBZ Duramax / ZF6 / NP241 with 1 ton solid axle swap)

01-15-2006, 02:08 PM	#8
Ron 586 RIP Mr Ron Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Big Sandy, Tn. 38221 Posts: 8,166	Re: $200 truck This makes 2 Auto Zone parking lot deals I've heard of in the last 24 hours. Guess I better change my hang out spot. That deal was a "you ain't gonna believe this s--t story". Great buy. Ron586 (Mr Round Tuit) Last edited by Ron 586; 01-16-2006 at 04:40 AM.

01-17-2006, 11:57 AM	#9
bodydropped Registered User Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: beaumont,tx Posts: 757	Re: $200 truck i bought one the other day for 40 bucks less the drive train the frt clips is perfect and frame has been blasted and painted but the towin fee was 65 bucks but im thinkin of tryin to get rid of it to pay for my air ride parts __________________ http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v5...ropped/sig.jpg

01-17-2006, 12:27 PM	#10
86 GMG Registered User Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Tulsa Oklahoma Posts: 943	Re: $200 truck damn im agreeing i think oriellys might be lossing business after this __________________ square body trucks an addiction or an investment either way they consume all my extra time and money

01-23-2006, 06:31 PM	#11
Captkaos www.73-87chevytrucks.com Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 6,935	Re: $200 truck Lucky guy. Was it the AutoZone on the corner before you get to 31? __________________ Chris Lucas 1973 Chevy C-10 1978 GMC Jimmy (2WD) - SOLD 1987 R10 twin turbo LS 1991 R3500 SRW CrewCab 1985 K5 diesel swapped project 1989 K5 2WD conversion w/ Vette susp Project Captkaos Customs 73-87chevytrucks.com

01-23-2006, 06:54 PM	#12
Matt_305 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Nova Scotia, Canada Posts: 102	Re: $200 truck Lookin' good for $200. I love those stripes running up the hood on either side, never seen them in red before, I've seen the blue on russel's truck and on a near mint chev from the same era with blue rallys near me. Anyone know if that was a popular option? __________________ 1981 GMC Sierra 1500 4.1L I6 1985 GMC Sierra 1500 5.0L V8 (Parts Truck)

01-23-2006, 07:03 PM	#13
Joe67 67 is sold Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Troy, Michigan Posts: 6,738	Re: $200 truck Good deal!! __________________ Joe - Formerly 67c10step ------------------------------- 1967 Chevy Stepside - ECE 4/6, fuelcell, 5lug - SOLD gr8lakes - My ebay auctions Click here to order forum apparel :: Click here to become a subscribing member

01-23-2006, 11:32 PM	#14
cliffsta Stepsides RULE Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Pineville, LA Posts: 1,921	Re: $200 truck It's an 80 grille BTW... MAN I wish I could find stuff like that.... DANGIT!!!!! __________________ 1981 Chevy C10 Custom Deluxe Stepside 350 V8, headers, side exhausts, 3-speed auto SOLD 1980 Chevy C10 Custum Deluxe Stepside 305 V8, Edelbrock Performer Intake, Edelbrock 1406 600CFM 4-barrel, TH350C. Bent rod. SOLD 1984 GMC Sierra Classic Longbed 6.2L Diesel SOLD 2009 Kawasaki KLX-250S too many mods for this signature 1999 Honda Accord EX 4-cylinder, 17" Motegi Wheels 215/45/17 Sumitomo tires, Tein S-Tech lowering springs, KYB GR2 shocks, Acura TL 20mm rear swaybar, debadged, blackhoused headlights, Short-Ram Intake Cardomain of the Accord

01-23-2006, 11:57 PM	#15
Southedisto River life...... Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Orangeburg SC Posts: 1,078	Re: $200 truck Good find. __________________ I like wheelin in Dixie!

01-24-2006, 08:58 PM	#17
Bubba4spd Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: S. Georgia Posts: 254	Re: $200 truck Fantastic deal. Just shows it pays to be friendly and social. Glad you scored man.



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01-24-2006, 10:15 PM	#19
Matt_305 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Nova Scotia, Canada Posts: 102	Re: $200 truck Awesome Russel, Glad to see people are saving them then if they're rare. Can't wait to see your truck done. The HogDocter: Sorry I stole the thread there haha now we know it's even a little rare though. Good luck with whatever you do with it (I just hope to see those stripes ) __________________ 1981 GMC Sierra 1500 4.1L I6 1985 GMC Sierra 1500 5.0L V8 (Parts Truck) Last edited by Matt_305; 01-24-2006 at 10:17 PM.

01-24-2006, 10:37 PM	#20
larry may Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: MISSOURI Posts: 3,256	Re: $200 truck Geezee! Almost like a fairy tale story. Nice score .

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