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bpeters5814 · 03-01-2011, 05:50 PM

http://omaha.craigslist.org/cto/2241427405.html

I feel like I would be divorced shortly, too. The "aftermarket sunroof" part really scares me.

**Clyde65** · 03-01-2011, 07:14 PM

roof cut open....nah!

smallblockchev · 03-01-2011, 08:21 PM

It seems kind of high for a parts truck.

1low · 03-01-2011, 08:24 PM

Sitting for ten years most of the parts probly need parts

**special-K** · 03-01-2011, 08:28 PM

I don't see much there to want. Did you want a 4wd frame and running gear? The pictures don't show and the seller doesn't even mention if it's a K/10 or k/20. I assume it's a K/10 with 3.73s. If it was a SWB it could be worth it...if the frame is good.

feller · 03-01-2011, 08:51 PM

id love to have the plates if they were for indiana. one thing that i want to know how can the springs be fairly new when the truck hasnt moved in 10 years???

R.L. · 03-01-2011, 09:37 PM

Run for the hills!

bpeters5814 · 03-01-2011, 09:51 PM

It seems like a pretty shady ad to me.

There's another truck on one of the Nebraska CL's, I think it's a '69 K10 short box that looks like it needs paint, guy is asking $7,000. 4x4 67-72s are hard to find around here in decent shape so when they come up people want an arm and a leg.

My brother is a body man and my cousin is a mechanic, so the thought of restoring it crossed my mind... Then I thought better of it. Just wanted to make sure I was right in thinking the guy was way out of line.

firedog · 03-01-2011, 09:57 PM

i know of a nice 4x4 in my area that is turn key ready to go for $7000 new paint and all

05crewcab · 03-01-2011, 09:57 PM

$1500 is too much. To put it in perspective I bought this for $700 and it has tilt, a big block, and runs. granted it isn't a 4x4, but the trucks are similar

Also, I wouldn't buy ANY truck with a fifth wheel plate....Guaranteed he overloaded it.

So if you truly want to get divorced, wait until you find something better and cheaper to replace her with!

botmfedr1 · 03-01-2011, 11:16 PM

Well, everyone here brought some good points to light...and i am sorry i have no thoughts to ad...However if you do get it, put me in line for one of them spotlights if you part it out!!! lol

royo · 03-01-2011, 11:35 PM

He posted that it had 427 emblems on it is that one of those rare corvette options.

**special-K** · 03-02-2011, 08:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 05crewcab

...Also, I wouldn't buy ANY truck with a fifth wheel plate....Guaranteed he overloaded it.

I have bought two former 5th wheel haulers and they were two of the nicest trucks I've owned. One was my '72 K/20 Highlander and the other is the '72 K2500 I've owned for 10 years now and it's been incredibly reliable. It was very well taken care of and set-up proper for hauling.

**72peace** · 03-03-2011, 11:56 AM

This may be a better choice, it's a little more but you may have more to work with:

http://omaha.craigslist.org/cto/2209519404.html

05crewcab · 03-03-2011, 12:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by special-K

I have bought two former 5th wheel haulers and they were two of the nicest trucks I've owned. One was my '72 K/20 Highlander and the other is the '72 K2500 I've owned for 10 years now and it's been incredibly reliable. It was very well taken care of and set-up proper for hauling.

There are of course exceptions to the rule.

It's good that you got a couple good ones and I think the key is they were properly maintained by their former owners. The majority are not.

If i had the choice to buy two identical trucks with one having a fifth wheel, i would personally prefer the one without, and probably pay a little more to get it.

Gobbles · 03-03-2011, 01:16 PM

I wouldnt mind those dual fiberglass tanks!

bpeters5814 · 03-03-2011, 01:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 72peace

This may be a better choice, it's a little more but you may have more to work with:

http://omaha.craigslist.org/cto/2209519404.html

Dad's got a 327 block sitting in a shed... I'd rather have a 4x4, and I'd rather have a GMC, and really, I'd rather have a 3/4 ton. I'll probably never find one that I want. Wife says I'm too picky.

Quote:

Originally Posted by 05crewcab

There are of course exceptions to the rule.

It's good that you got a couple good ones and I think the key is they were properly maintained by their former owners. The majority are not.

If i had the choice to buy two identical trucks with one having a fifth wheel, i would personally prefer the one without, and probably pay a little more to get it.

The last 3 trucks I've bought had fifth wheels already. Two of those trucks, the owner traded for a diesel. I dunno, I guess around here it's pretty rare to find a truck without one. I do agree with you though that I'd rather take one without a fifth wheel if I had a choice.

03-01-2011, 05:50 PM	#1
bpeters5814 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Worms, Nebraska Posts: 304	How Dumb Would It Be If I Bought This? http://omaha.craigslist.org/cto/2241427405.html I feel like I would be divorced shortly, too. The "aftermarket sunroof" part really scares me.

03-01-2011, 07:14 PM	#2
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1low Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Moyie Springs ID. Posts: 160	Re: How Dumb Would It Be If I Bought This? Sitting for ten years most of the parts probly need parts

03-01-2011, 08:28 PM	#5
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: How Dumb Would It Be If I Bought This? I don't see much there to want. Did you want a 4wd frame and running gear? The pictures don't show and the seller doesn't even mention if it's a K/10 or k/20. I assume it's a K/10 with 3.73s. If it was a SWB it could be worth it...if the frame is good. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

03-01-2011, 08:51 PM	#6
feller Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: madison, IN. Posts: 484	Re: How Dumb Would It Be If I Bought This? id love to have the plates if they were for indiana. one thing that i want to know how can the springs be fairly new when the truck hasnt moved in 10 years???

03-01-2011, 09:37 PM	#7
R.L. Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Mobile, Al. Posts: 687	Re: How Dumb Would It Be If I Bought This? Run for the hills!

03-01-2011, 09:51 PM	#8
bpeters5814 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Worms, Nebraska Posts: 304	Re: How Dumb Would It Be If I Bought This? It seems like a pretty shady ad to me. There's another truck on one of the Nebraska CL's, I think it's a '69 K10 short box that looks like it needs paint, guy is asking $7,000. 4x4 67-72s are hard to find around here in decent shape so when they come up people want an arm and a leg. My brother is a body man and my cousin is a mechanic, so the thought of restoring it crossed my mind... Then I thought better of it. Just wanted to make sure I was right in thinking the guy was way out of line.

03-01-2011, 09:57 PM	#9
firedog Registered User Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Festus, Missouri Posts: 1,005	Re: How Dumb Would It Be If I Bought This? i know of a nice 4x4 in my area that is turn key ready to go for $7000 new paint and all __________________ SOLD 1968 Chevy SWB Fleet 350/350 combo Tach/tilt/buddy buckets Bagged/18" Wheels Black on Black Project "Pandemic" the Farm Rat 1927 Chevy Capitol Truck Rat rod '30 Model A Frame Dual Carb 5.3 LS http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=804162 2007 GMC 4 DOOR 2WD BUILT 5.3 STAGE 3 CAM 93 TUNE LIFTED 22X12 WHEELS 33" TIRES 2023 Jeep RENEGADE Wifes ride

03-01-2011, 09:57 PM	#10
05crewcab Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Minnetonka, MN Posts: 409	Re: How Dumb Would It Be If I Bought This? $1500 is too much. To put it in perspective I bought this for $700 and it has tilt, a big block, and runs. granted it isn't a 4x4, but the trucks are similar Also, I wouldn't buy ANY truck with a fifth wheel plate....Guaranteed he overloaded it. So if you truly want to get divorced, wait until you find something better and cheaper to replace her with! Attached Images __________________ 1971 C-20 350/350

03-01-2011, 11:16 PM	#11
botmfedr1 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Harlingen, TX Posts: 1,096	Re: How Dumb Would It Be If I Bought This? Well, everyone here brought some good points to light...and i am sorry i have no thoughts to ad...However if you do get it, put me in line for one of them spotlights if you part it out!!! lol

03-01-2011, 11:35 PM	#12
royo Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: knoxville tn Posts: 1,013	Re: How Dumb Would It Be If I Bought This? He posted that it had 427 emblems on it is that one of those rare corvette options. __________________ nickle and dime

03-03-2011, 11:56 AM	#14
72peace Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Bellevue, NE Posts: 712	Re: How Dumb Would It Be If I Bought This? This may be a better choice, it's a little more but you may have more to work with: http://omaha.craigslist.org/cto/2209519404.html

03-03-2011, 01:16 PM	#16
Gobbles Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: British Columbia Posts: 484	Re: How Dumb Would It Be If I Bought This? I wouldnt mind those dual fiberglass tanks! __________________ Trevor "You already said spite"



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