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basshunterpa · 12-20-2011, 12:01 AM

Just curious if any members have came across many ex-Government C-10's? I actually own one. The Glovebox door has a metal plate on the outside. It is stamped "U.S. Property" on the bottom as well as all the serial numbers and such. The truck was sold to the public in 79' from what I hear from the previous owner. Not sure if it makes any difference in value, and really not that worried about it. Just wanted any history that anyone else may have...

JCD · 12-21-2011, 01:15 AM

I think my C20 was a forestry truck.
Highlander in dark green.
It has the number 3 glued to the glove compartment door, mountings on the cowl for spotlights, a hole in the roof where a light was mounted, and a siren.

They also removed the plastic grill and put in expanded metal.
J.

GRX · 12-21-2011, 01:30 AM

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Originally Posted by basshunterpa

The truck was sold to the public in 79' from what I hear from the previous owner.

This makes sense to me. I know that the Army liquidated a lot of their auto fleet in 1979. A base near here sold many. A few of my friends got unbelievable deals on Govt trucks and jeeps.

basshunterpa · 12-21-2011, 06:22 AM

Mine was built in Baltimore. I am not sure where it was in service though....

bobs409 · 12-21-2011, 07:30 AM

My 69 C10 has the 4 holes in the glove door for a tag and some strange option codes but I don't know anything about it's past.

Was a drab olive green color w/green interior originally. ???

**special-K** · 12-21-2011, 08:00 AM

I know the Army did buy Stepsides for general utility use on bases. I don't think they had any unusual equipment,for the most part. But,there are gov't/military ordered trucks with some unique options not shown as available in any book.

mblackburnjr · 12-21-2011, 07:06 PM

I have a 67 that was a navy truck. It too was liquidated in 79. Must have been a budget thing. It has the glovebox plate as well as its own dog tag key chain with it's info on it. These pop up pretty frequently on here, so i dont think they are very rare. The majority seem to be stepsides too.

basshunterpa · 12-21-2011, 09:49 PM

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Originally Posted by bobs409

My 69 C10 has the 4 holes in the glove door for a tag and some strange option codes but I don't know anything about it's past.

Was a drab olive green color w/green interior originally. ???

Yeah..... all green...

basshunterpa · 12-21-2011, 09:57 PM

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Originally Posted by mblackburnjr

I have a 67 that was a navy truck. It too was liquidated in 79. Must have been a budget thing. It has the glovebox plate as well as its own dog tag key chain with it's info on it. These pop up pretty frequently on here, so i dont think they are very rare. The majority seem to be stepsides too.

I have heard that too from another source. I just have only seen a couple in my life around in years past, and the other source had yet to show me evidence of any just word of mouth. He said they were sooo common.Turned out that he had just wanted the truck...lol!

I have been told by a few other people say that thier friends had one, only to find that none of them were either. I was just wondering if any members really had any?

Thanks for all the input guys.....

basshunterpa · 12-21-2011, 10:49 PM

I am sure they are not rare being the way our govt. spends. Just curious how many were still around...

bobs409 · 12-22-2011, 07:39 AM

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Originally Posted by basshunterpa

I am sure they are not rare being the way our govt. spends. ...

WOW, you got that statement right! Just think if they were purchased for congress and the politicians. They would be everywhere!

**special-K** · 12-22-2011, 09:45 AM

Here's the bed side from one. I know at least one member has one still in Olive Drab. Most have been painted in a "civil" color

67swb72klb · 12-22-2011, 09:59 AM

had a 1967 stepside once bought in okc at a used car lot (strange to find a good deal at one) was an x air force truck had some wierd options

71meangreenc10 · 12-22-2011, 10:08 AM

My burb was in the navy many moons ago...still has the data plate.

Smitty

basshunterpa · 12-22-2011, 06:28 PM

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Originally Posted by bobs409

WOW, you got that statement right! Just think if they were purchased for congress and the politicians. They would be everywhere!

They wouldn't know a good truck if they were run over by it!

basshunterpa · 12-22-2011, 06:29 PM

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Originally Posted by 71meangreenc10

My burb was in the navy many moons ago...still has the data plate.

Smitty

Yep.... Keeping the plate on mine as well. If nothing else, it's a conversation piece...

basshunterpa · 12-22-2011, 06:33 PM

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Originally Posted by 67swb72klb

had a 1967 stepside once bought in okc at a used car lot (strange to find a good deal at one) was an x air force truck had some wierd options

Maybe it is just me.. I just think there is something cool about seeing some of these old GI's still around and running strong...

basshunterpa · 12-22-2011, 06:34 PM

Hey Guys! How about a new Post " Show us your old GI's " ??? Any Takers?

basshunterpa · 12-22-2011, 06:38 PM

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Originally Posted by JCD

I think my C20 was a forestry truck.
Highlander in dark green.
It has the number 3 glued to the glove compartment door, mountings on the cowl for spotlights, a hole in the roof where a light was mounted, and a siren.

They also removed the plastic grill and put in expanded metal.
J.

I do like the looks of that grill...

**jocko** · 12-23-2011, 01:38 AM

if it's not rare, at least you can probably bet it's been over a hundred miles an hour with a lance colonel behind the wheel... Adds "character," I'd say it's a keeper!

basshunterpa · 12-23-2011, 06:58 AM

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Originally Posted by jocko

if it's not rare, at least you can probably bet it's been over a hundred miles an hour with a lance colonel behind the wheel... Adds "character," I'd say it's a keeper!

Lol! Never thought of that....... nice

GASoline71 · 12-23-2011, 12:19 PM

The '67 C10 stepside small window I had was a prior Forest Service truck. It was painted in the weird Forest Service Green and had remnants of the old signage on the doors. I owned the truck when I was young and stupid and promptly rattle-canned brown/red primer over the paint to make it "cooler".

It had a roof mounted spotlight on it when I got it too... Man I wish I had that truck now.

Gary

**RenoKeene** · 12-23-2011, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by special-K

Here's the bed side from one. I know at least one member has one still in Olive Drab. Most have been painted in a "civil" color

I'm going to be sporting this one on my 67 Rat like a purple heart.
Thanks Tim

ChevLoRay · 12-23-2011, 12:27 PM

Here's the '68 I maintained in VietNam.....and, that's me beside it. Yep, big block and all.

basshunterpa · 12-23-2011, 01:02 PM

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Originally Posted by RenoKeene

I'm going to be sporting this one on my 67 Rat like a purple heart.
Thanks Tim

Great Idea!

12-20-2011, 12:01 AM	#1
basshunterpa Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Waynesboro,PA Posts: 39	Rare 69 C-10? Just curious if any members have came across many ex-Government C-10's? I actually own one. The Glovebox door has a metal plate on the outside. It is stamped "U.S. Property" on the bottom as well as all the serial numbers and such. The truck was sold to the public in 79' from what I hear from the previous owner. Not sure if it makes any difference in value, and really not that worried about it. Just wanted any history that anyone else may have... __________________ Former US Army 69 Chevy C-10 Stepside Convertible

12-21-2011, 01:15 AM	#2
JCD Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Los Angeles California Posts: 352	Re: Rare 69 C-10? I think my C20 was a forestry truck. Highlander in dark green. It has the number 3 glued to the glove compartment door, mountings on the cowl for spotlights, a hole in the roof where a light was mounted, and a siren. They also removed the plastic grill and put in expanded metal. J. Attached Images __________________ 1972 Custom Deluxe Highlander C20 1971 Javelin SST New Project 1971 Demon 340 1969 SS El Camino 1968 SS RS 396 Camaro 1967 Barracuda Formula S 1965 140/4sp Corvair Monza Convertible Sorry, but I don't do Fords.

12-21-2011, 06:22 AM	#4
basshunterpa Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Waynesboro,PA Posts: 39	Re: Rare 69 C-10? Mine was built in Baltimore. I am not sure where it was in service though.... __________________ Former US Army 69 Chevy C-10 Stepside Convertible Last edited by basshunterpa; 12-21-2011 at 06:38 AM.

12-21-2011, 07:30 AM	#5
bobs409 1969 Custom 30 wrecker Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Pottsville, Pa Posts: 2,611	Re: Rare 69 C-10? My 69 C10 has the 4 holes in the glove door for a tag and some strange option codes but I don't know anything about it's past. Was a drab olive green color w/green interior originally. ??? __________________ Bob 63 Impala 283/PG/3.36 (under restoration) 66 Impala 327/PG/3.36 66 Chevelle SS 409/M22/3.55 69 Chevelle 307/PG/3.08 (future restoration) 69 C10 short stepside 454/TH350/3.73 69 Custom 30 tow truck 350/4 spd/4.10 (resto done, CRUISIN TIME!) 71 Cheyenne 20 fleetside 350/4 spd/4.10 71 Chevelle 6/PG/3.08 72 Chevelle 454/M21/4.10

12-21-2011, 08:00 AM	#6
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,862	Re: Rare 69 C-10? I know the Army did buy Stepsides for general utility use on bases. I don't think they had any unusual equipment,for the most part. But,there are gov't/military ordered trucks with some unique options not shown as available in any book. __________________ "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 ~

12-21-2011, 07:06 PM	#7
mblackburnjr collector of vintage rust Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: southern ohio Posts: 421	Re: Rare 69 C-10? I have a 67 that was a navy truck. It too was liquidated in 79. Must have been a budget thing. It has the glovebox plate as well as its own dog tag key chain with it's info on it. These pop up pretty frequently on here, so i dont think they are very rare. The majority seem to be stepsides too.

12-21-2011, 10:49 PM	#10
basshunterpa Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Waynesboro,PA Posts: 39	Re: Rare 69 C-10? I am sure they are not rare being the way our govt. spends. Just curious how many were still around... __________________ Former US Army 69 Chevy C-10 Stepside Convertible

12-22-2011, 09:45 AM	#12
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,862	Re: Rare 69 C-10? Here's the bed side from one. I know at least one member has one still in Olive Drab. Most have been painted in a "civil" color Attached Images __________________ "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 ~

12-22-2011, 09:59 AM	#13
67swb72klb Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: livingston co.mi Posts: 2,452	Re: Rare 69 C-10? had a 1967 stepside once bought in okc at a used car lot (strange to find a good deal at one) was an x air force truck had some wierd options __________________ California 65 GTO---Texas 64 burb 283 ---Oklahoma 67 CST SWB BBW wood bed 327 2004r---New Mexico 72 k10 350 350 auto---Georga 72 short step project

12-22-2011, 10:08 AM	#14
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12-22-2011, 06:34 PM	#18
basshunterpa Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Waynesboro,PA Posts: 39	Re: Rare 69 C-10? Hey Guys! How about a new Post " Show us your old GI's " ??? Any Takers? __________________ Former US Army 69 Chevy C-10 Stepside Convertible

12-23-2011, 01:38 AM	#20
jocko Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Godley, TX Posts: 17,945	Re: Rare 69 C-10? if it's not rare, at least you can probably bet it's been over a hundred miles an hour with a lance colonel behind the wheel... Adds "character," I'd say it's a keeper!

12-23-2011, 12:27 PM	#24
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Re: Rare 69 C-10? Here's the '68 I maintained in VietNam.....and, that's me beside it. Yep, big block and all. Attached Images __________________ 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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