Were any HIGHLY optioned trucks built? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

davepl · 08-20-2006, 02:58 PM

Looking through my 67-72 Chev/GMC red book, it looks as though back in the day you could, if you wanted, order a very highly optioned truck. Thing is, I've never seen one!

Has anyone seen an example of, say, something originally configured with:

K10 or K20 short box
396
Power windows, power door locks
Buckets, console, tach
Air Conditioning

Certainly one could recreate such a truck, but I've been watching eBay for what seems like a looong time now, and you'll see these options individually, but I just haven't seen one truck that was "loaded"!

Thanks,
Dave

Musclerodz · 08-20-2006, 03:17 PM

I have not seen one either, but a while back, people were posting options lists off glove boxes and one truck had 2 options stickers that was full.

Mike

PanelDeland · 08-20-2006, 03:32 PM

"IF" I recall correctly the 4X4 was not available as a big block.Some options at the time were not available with others but you could basically order what you wanted.It wasn't like now when if you want power windows you have to get the comfort conveinience package with heated power seats,auto door locks, and the overhead console with the automatic hat rack.The ability to do that was a boon to places like Dickey Chevrolet,Yenko and others who used the COPO system to build factory hotrods.They would order a stripper with a big block and manual 4 speed and they had a quick ride out of the factory.

Longhorn Man · 08-20-2006, 03:52 PM

That is correct, no big blocks on 4X4 trucks, and no power windows or locks, but there was PLENTY of loaded trucks. I can't find longhornjeff's option sheet right now, but his 1969 CST/20 Camper special is loaded with a 396, TH400, center seat belt, clearance lights... all kinds of stuff.

WTB3 · 08-20-2006, 04:29 PM

it was possible to get power windows and locks?
I've never heard of anything like that

**Palf70Step** · 08-20-2006, 04:39 PM

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Originally Posted by WTB3

it was possible to get power windows and locks?
I've never heard of anything like that

Far as I know, those were never an option on our year trucks. I am not sure if you could get them in 73 either. It was sometime during that era of trucks is when they showed up.

shade67 · 08-20-2006, 06:55 PM

I'm going to try and install power windows out of a mid 80's chevy van. The vans actually have many parts that swap into the 67-72 trucks. I've had them side by side and with replacement rollers (correct size for 67-72) they appear identical.

Longhorn Man · 08-20-2006, 07:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Longhorn Man

That is correct, ... and no power windows or locks,...

***Josh*** · 08-20-2006, 08:29 PM

I've personalyl seen a super cheyenne equipped with shoudler belts, tilt, tach, cruise, am/fm, ac, 350/auto, deeler instead bed steps etc. but it was too far gone to save, guy was trying to sell it whole tho....

daves72C10D · 08-20-2006, 09:52 PM

My Grandpa ordered the one I have now with A/C, tilt, am/fm, etc. and it came as a highlander package.

Huck · 08-21-2006, 08:24 AM

NO big block 4x4, power windows, power door locks, power seats. But you could get: air, tilt, buckets, console, tach, tint, shoulder belts, trim packages, cloth seat upgrade, running lights, delux mirrors, step bumper, bed light, coolent recovery, dual batteries, 4x4, longhorn, etc. By mid 70's, a lot more options became available. Trucks for the most part were bought by people who needed a truck to do truck things which tended to wear out like trucks do thus a low precentage of high optioned trucks survive.

**PICKMUP** · 08-21-2006, 02:45 PM

I had/have a 72 Highlander for sale in parts or running driving whole on the parts board that has tilt, tach, AC and AM/FM...all for under $3,000!!!

chevybill · 08-21-2006, 03:46 PM

The highest optioned trucks I have personally seen and ridden in were a 71 cheynne with "all the options" but no power locks or windows and a 70 CST/10 and it was the same no power locks or windows. AC, power brakes and steering tilt, am radio, tach, wood grain and all the chrome and the "fancy"
interior with headliner, cargo light and factory sliding back glass (I think). No electric locks or windows on either truck.

jfalesi · 08-21-2006, 10:53 PM

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Originally Posted by shade67

I'm going to try and install power windows out of a mid 80's chevy van. The vans actually have many parts that swap into the 67-72 trucks. I've had them side by side and with replacement rollers (correct size for 67-72) they appear identical.

They do make power window and door lock kits for these trucks. You don't have to scavenge a newer vehicle. Unless it's free, of course...

jfalesi · 08-21-2006, 10:55 PM

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Originally Posted by daves72C10D

My Grandpa ordered the one I have now with A/C, tilt, am/fm, etc. and it came as a highlander package.

What is the Highlander package? I've never seen a reference to it in a parts catalog.

**jamie72** · 08-22-2006, 05:57 PM

i just bought a 70 a few months ago that has 26 options, there out there.

**kna4977** · 08-22-2006, 08:48 PM

FYI GM didn't offer PW/PDL until 1977 on trucks

**kna4977** · 08-22-2006, 08:53 PM

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Originally Posted by jfalesi

What is the Highlander package? I've never seen a reference to it in a parts catalog.

Basically a marketing tool to move the last of the 1972 truck models before the all new body style came out in 73. There is a lot of info about these on this forum. The Highlander interior came in 4 plaid color combos (blue/white/black; green/white/black; red orange/white/black; and ?). I've only seen the green and the blue ones. I also believe all the door panels were white. Definately a very sharp Scottish themed interior.

qksilver · 08-22-2006, 09:29 PM

My 72 longhorn has just about every option you could get, it has all the factory listed ones with the orange/black and white interior. The glove box sticker is full and another one with the owners manual package. I bought it from the orginal owner out of Idaho with 67,000 miles.
I haven't done anything with it since having it shipped here(NC) 6 years ago.
Stored in a fur warehouse for when I can do it right. It is straight, rust free and ran good but needs to be gone thru.
Of all my years messing with these trucks it is the most optioned I have seen but not really the most desirable....if it was a SWB 4X4 it would be worth something to the general public.
I have some pix around here somewhere.........if i can find them I will post
BB,A/C,P/S,HIGHLANDER,3/4,TILT,TINTED,SLIDING,TOOL BOX,TOWING PACKAGE,DUAL BATTERY,HIGH OUTPUT ALT, DESERT COOLING,BUMBER GUARDS, AM/FM,TISSUE DISPENSER, 8 TRACK, FULL SEAT BELTS, FLOOR MAT,CARGO LIGHT,BED STEPS,AUTO,4:56 POSI,TACH,WINDSHEILD WASHERS, HUB CAPS, DUAL EXHAUST. AUX TANKS, FULL OUTSIDE CHROME TRIM WITH CHROME REAR STEP BUMBER(DEALER INSTALLED?) DOOR EDGE CHROME, DRIP MOULDINGS, THROTTLE CONTROL PLUS A FEW OTHERS I CAN'T REMEMBER

abrahamseven · 08-22-2006, 09:40 PM

My 69 CST came with all the good options plus a Throttle Option. Located just under the headlight switch. I haven't seen that on any 69 yet.

steve

powell72 · 08-22-2006, 10:51 PM

I had a 69 parts truck that had the hand throttle. It was a half ton.

Longhorn Man · 08-22-2006, 11:08 PM

what exactly is the tow package? I see ppl say they have it, but NOTHING mentioned in any factory literature.

1972CheyenneSuper · 08-23-2006, 01:07 PM

Was having full seat belts listed as an option on the glovebox? I have them but they're not on the sticker.

Longhorn Man · 08-23-2006, 05:45 PM

I assume by 'full seatbelts' , he means shoulder harnesses, which were seperate belts from the lap belt. Anything else, and it isn't original.
Shoulder harnesses WOULD be listed.

qksilver · 08-23-2006, 07:40 PM

The tow package, all the paper work is packed up but on the orginal invoice they listed a tow package, from what I can tell it comprised of the trailer wiring, a weight equalizing hitch and the trailer brake control......... plus it has the roof clearance lights.
I packed the truck and all the stuff, the invoice, bill of sale, the original tile, salesman business card and the rest in a safe place. At the time I was traveling a lot for work and lived in the middle of DC. no parking and my place would get broken into a lot.

08-20-2006, 02:58 PM	#1
davepl Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Redmond, WA Posts: 6,332	Were any HIGHLY optioned trucks built? Looking through my 67-72 Chev/GMC red book, it looks as though back in the day you could, if you wanted, order a very highly optioned truck. Thing is, I've never seen one! Has anyone seen an example of, say, something originally configured with: K10 or K20 short box 396 Power windows, power door locks Buckets, console, tach Air Conditioning Certainly one could recreate such a truck, but I've been watching eBay for what seems like a looong time now, and you'll see these options individually, but I just haven't seen one truck that was "loaded"! Thanks, Dave

08-20-2006, 03:17 PM	#2
Musclerodz Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: OKC, OK Posts: 2,364	Re: Were any HIGHLY optioned trucks built? I have not seen one either, but a while back, people were posting options lists off glove boxes and one truck had 2 options stickers that was full. Mike __________________ Mike Redpath

08-20-2006, 03:32 PM	#3
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,992	Re: Were any HIGHLY optioned trucks built? "IF" I recall correctly the 4X4 was not available as a big block.Some options at the time were not available with others but you could basically order what you wanted.It wasn't like now when if you want power windows you have to get the comfort conveinience package with heated power seats,auto door locks, and the overhead console with the automatic hat rack.The ability to do that was a boon to places like Dickey Chevrolet,Yenko and others who used the COPO system to build factory hotrods.They would order a stripper with a big block and manual 4 speed and they had a quick ride out of the factory. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

08-20-2006, 03:52 PM	#4
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Re: Were any HIGHLY optioned trucks built? That is correct, no big blocks on 4X4 trucks, and no power windows or locks, but there was PLENTY of loaded trucks. I can't find longhornjeff's option sheet right now, but his 1969 CST/20 Camper special is loaded with a 396, TH400, center seat belt, clearance lights... all kinds of stuff.

08-20-2006, 04:29 PM	#5
WTB3 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 84	Re: Were any HIGHLY optioned trucks built? it was possible to get power windows and locks? I've never heard of anything like that __________________ '65 Chevy 1/2 ton Longbed '71 Chevy 1/2 ton Longbed

08-20-2006, 06:55 PM	#7
shade67 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Portage, WI Posts: 89	Re: Were any HIGHLY optioned trucks built? I'm going to try and install power windows out of a mid 80's chevy van. The vans actually have many parts that swap into the 67-72 trucks. I've had them side by side and with replacement rollers (correct size for 67-72) they appear identical. __________________ Scott 66 chevy short step 327 4speed 67 chevy Short Fleet tpi 350 700r4 72 chevy K10 swb 01 GMC Sierra 01 Pontiac Bonneville

08-20-2006, 08:29 PM	#9
*Josh* He's got mean nasty FANGS! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Rockwell, NC Posts: 6,514	Re: Were any HIGHLY optioned trucks built? I've personalyl seen a super cheyenne equipped with shoudler belts, tilt, tach, cruise, am/fm, ac, 350/auto, deeler instead bed steps etc. but it was too far gone to save, guy was trying to sell it whole tho.... __________________ 2004 K2500 Burb 1999 C3500 1985 Cutlass Supreme 1969 C-10 1967 C-10 Panel josh@67-72chevytrucks.com

08-20-2006, 09:52 PM	#10
daves72C10D Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Vale, NC Posts: 283	Re: Were any HIGHLY optioned trucks built? My Grandpa ordered the one I have now with A/C, tilt, am/fm, etc. and it came as a highlander package. __________________ 1972 Custom 10 Deluxe- original paint, interior- 72k miles http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2466316 Cheap, Fast or Good. Pick any two. 1990 Eagle Talon AWD 1991.5 W250 CTD 1992 Cushman Truckster- Haulster

08-21-2006, 08:24 AM	#11
Huck Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Shelbyville, KY Posts: 3,261	Re: Were any HIGHLY optioned trucks built? NO big block 4x4, power windows, power door locks, power seats. But you could get: air, tilt, buckets, console, tach, tint, shoulder belts, trim packages, cloth seat upgrade, running lights, delux mirrors, step bumper, bed light, coolent recovery, dual batteries, 4x4, longhorn, etc. By mid 70's, a lot more options became available. Trucks for the most part were bought by people who needed a truck to do truck things which tended to wear out like trucks do thus a low precentage of high optioned trucks survive.

08-21-2006, 02:45 PM	#12
PICKMUP "Trucks with Class" Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: OLYMPIA, WA, USA Posts: 8,158	Re: Were any HIGHLY optioned trucks built? I had/have a 72 Highlander for sale in parts or running driving whole on the parts board that has tilt, tach, AC and AM/FM...all for under $3,000!!!

08-21-2006, 03:46 PM	#13
chevybill Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: calhoun city ms Posts: 940	Re: Were any HIGHLY optioned trucks built? The highest optioned trucks I have personally seen and ridden in were a 71 cheynne with "all the options" but no power locks or windows and a 70 CST/10 and it was the same no power locks or windows. AC, power brakes and steering tilt, am radio, tach, wood grain and all the chrome and the "fancy" interior with headliner, cargo light and factory sliding back glass (I think). No electric locks or windows on either truck. __________________ ongoing 1970 c 10 lwb 1994 z-28 few mods.-owned since new 1978 vette silver/grey 25th anniv. paint

08-22-2006, 05:57 PM	#16
jamie72 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: madison indiana Posts: 3,836	Re: Were any HIGHLY optioned trucks built? i just bought a 70 a few months ago that has 26 options, there out there. __________________ jamie72 72 BB cheyenne -- Restoration getting started.. member #807 http://www.myspace.com/whitetailobsession www.antlertalk.com

08-22-2006, 08:48 PM	#17
kna4977 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Midlothian TX Posts: 481	Re: Were any HIGHLY optioned trucks built? FYI GM didn't offer PW/PDL until 1977 on trucks

08-22-2006, 09:29 PM	#19
qksilver Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Southern Pines NC Posts: 3,853	Re: Were any HIGHLY optioned trucks built? My 72 longhorn has just about every option you could get, it has all the factory listed ones with the orange/black and white interior. The glove box sticker is full and another one with the owners manual package. I bought it from the orginal owner out of Idaho with 67,000 miles. I haven't done anything with it since having it shipped here(NC) 6 years ago. Stored in a fur warehouse for when I can do it right. It is straight, rust free and ran good but needs to be gone thru. Of all my years messing with these trucks it is the most optioned I have seen but not really the most desirable....if it was a SWB 4X4 it would be worth something to the general public. I have some pix around here somewhere.........if i can find them I will post BB,A/C,P/S,HIGHLANDER,3/4,TILT,TINTED,SLIDING,TOOL BOX,TOWING PACKAGE,DUAL BATTERY,HIGH OUTPUT ALT, DESERT COOLING,BUMBER GUARDS, AM/FM,TISSUE DISPENSER, 8 TRACK, FULL SEAT BELTS, FLOOR MAT,CARGO LIGHT,BED STEPS,AUTO,4:56 POSI,TACH,WINDSHEILD WASHERS, HUB CAPS, DUAL EXHAUST. AUX TANKS, FULL OUTSIDE CHROME TRIM WITH CHROME REAR STEP BUMBER(DEALER INSTALLED?) DOOR EDGE CHROME, DRIP MOULDINGS, THROTTLE CONTROL PLUS A FEW OTHERS I CAN'T REMEMBER Last edited by qksilver; 08-22-2006 at 09:43 PM.

08-22-2006, 09:40 PM	#20
abrahamseven Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Fruitland, Idaho Posts: 68	Re: Were any HIGHLY optioned trucks built? My 69 CST came with all the good options plus a Throttle Option. Located just under the headlight switch. I haven't seen that on any 69 yet. steve



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08-22-2006, 10:51 PM	#21
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08-22-2006, 11:08 PM	#22
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Re: Were any HIGHLY optioned trucks built? what exactly is the tow package? I see ppl say they have it, but NOTHING mentioned in any factory literature.

08-23-2006, 01:07 PM	#23
1972CheyenneSuper Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: ND Posts: 229	Re: Were any HIGHLY optioned trucks built? Was having full seat belts listed as an option on the glovebox? I have them but they're not on the sticker.

08-23-2006, 05:45 PM	#24
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Re: Were any HIGHLY optioned trucks built? I assume by 'full seatbelts' , he means shoulder harnesses, which were seperate belts from the lap belt. Anything else, and it isn't original. Shoulder harnesses WOULD be listed.

08-23-2006, 07:40 PM	#25
qksilver Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Southern Pines NC Posts: 3,853	Re: Were any HIGHLY optioned trucks built? The tow package, all the paper work is packed up but on the orginal invoice they listed a tow package, from what I can tell it comprised of the trailer wiring, a weight equalizing hitch and the trailer brake control......... plus it has the roof clearance lights. I packed the truck and all the stuff, the invoice, bill of sale, the original tile, salesman business card and the rest in a safe place. At the time I was traveling a lot for work and lived in the middle of DC. no parking and my place would get broken into a lot.

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