1971 GMC vs 1968 Chevrolet popularity - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**WIDESIDE72** · 05-31-2012, 02:33 PM

I have a whole pile of parts to start my next build. I have a 1971 GMC cab and title and a 1968 chevrolet cab and title. Both are in about the same shape, needing cab corners and rockers only. The truck will be built to be sold. It will be a swb stepside no matter if a Chevy

or GMC

. I would like opinions as to which would bring the most money after completed. I am leaning toward the 68 Chevrolet.

**WIDESIDE72** · 05-31-2012, 02:39 PM

BTW, I also have a 71 GMC swb stepside for sale to give you an idea of the build quality

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/c...m-truck&cat=12

JWall · 05-31-2012, 02:46 PM

I would say the 68 Chevy & with matching front end.

**KevsClassics** · 05-31-2012, 03:39 PM

Both look good but
Chevy seems to be more popular.

Truthamedia · 05-31-2012, 03:41 PM

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black_sheep454 · 05-31-2012, 04:58 PM

As a person that owns both a 71 gmc and 68 chevy (along with a 70 gmc) id defiantly say 68 chevy cab and clip with 71 5 lug swap.
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**68 Four on the Floor** · 05-31-2012, 05:14 PM

What is illegal about this?

Tinkermc · 05-31-2012, 05:15 PM

I have a 67cheby and a 72 GMC the Gmc draws a lot mor attention and there seem to be fewer of them

SS Tim · 05-31-2012, 05:27 PM

Chevys seem to out sell GMCs in both value and rapidity. Myself included. Its just a preference. You could though just whip up a period crewcab and use up all the parts. Somewhere I have a period picture of a short stepside crewcab conversion. OK I was wrong it is a 9' stepside cut down, but I did find it.

SS Tim · 05-31-2012, 05:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 68 Four on the Floor

What is illegal about this?

Josh was refering to the posting #5 that he edited out. Guy probably offered to buy the lot of parts. Or a titled VIN plate.

Stevo427 · 05-31-2012, 06:48 PM

The 67-68 C10's will bring in more without a doubt. Best front end style IMO

**special-K** · 05-31-2012, 10:29 PM

I'm not too hip on investors. Just build it how you want and eff worrying about which one brings the most. I can double damn guarantee I can take any one of the 67-72 Chevys or GMCs and make it more desirable and valuable than any other. It's all about class,taste,attention to detail,and voodoo.

GuyO · 06-01-2012, 12:11 AM

Special K makes a good point, desire is in the eyes of the beholder. We just finished our father/son 70 GMC project and I hear without exception how everyone prefers a GMC. I am sure a C10 owner would hear the same thing. There are pros and cons to them both, but many will pay a premium for what they individually perceive is quality. Good luck, it is nice to have choices!

**CC69Rat** · 06-01-2012, 09:36 AM

I couldn't decide so I got both !

I'm probably 51/49 to the 68 C10 though. But the right truck with a GMC front end could be 'different' enough to out sell the C10. I personally don't build them to resell so I never really worried about it too much. I just like 'different'. when you pull in to a carshow I want to be the only one there with a _____ truck. Whatever ____ may be.

I used to be into Camaros really heavily. Ex. you see a lot of red, blue, etc. I went with Hugger Orange and that car drew a crowd anywhere it went. The end result being a more desirable car just because it was different. This was back in the early 90's but people have kinda figured out the Camaros. Rallye Green, Hugger Orange, etc. You see more of them now.

In the trucks I like rarity.

dracula4999 · 06-01-2012, 02:36 PM

I like the gmc's, dont see as many of them around as i do the chevys. As far as value goes, if you take two similar optioned trucks from the same year, the gmc is worth more i believe. But comparing a 71 to a 68 the 68 will be worth more, not because of chevy vs gmc, just because of age.

sboris · 06-01-2012, 04:32 PM

I just think the 68 looks the coolest by far, therefore it's worth more in my book. For what that's worth..
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**leddzepp** · 06-02-2012, 12:57 AM

Neither. If you are looking to sell and make the most money, build a fleetside.

**WIDESIDE72** · 06-03-2012, 12:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by leddzepp

Neither. If you are looking to sell and make the most money, build a fleetside.

I already have a pristine Step bed. I am trying to get opinions on the most "bang for the buck" frm the parts I have. For instance, if money were no boject, I would build a black 72 Cheyenne Super with a big block, swb fleetside with red bucket seats and factory air tilt tach cruise and shoulder belts.

**WIDESIDE72** · 06-03-2012, 12:34 AM

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Originally Posted by special-K

I'm not too hip on investors. Just build it how you want and eff worrying about which one brings the most. I can double damn guarantee I can take any one of the 67-72 Chevys or GMCs and make it more desirable and valuable than any other. It's all about class,taste,attention to detail,and voodoo.

Dad and I have more fun building them than we do sitting at a car show looking at them.

I have two 55 Chevy 1/2 tons. One is a 1st series 5 window, the other is a 2nd series big window. It is my experience that these trucks wil sell for more money than a 67-72 with the same amount of money invested in the restoration. these trucks wil get built later with proceeds from the 68 Chevy or 71 GMC.

shawno72 · 06-03-2012, 12:35 AM

Try the 68 Chevy with 71 gmc fenders

Seriously, I personally had the opportunity to buy a 70 gmc short fleet but decided on a 68 Chevy short fleet. Lately at swap meets and carshows the Gmc's have had a higher price tag than the Chevys. Not sure they're getting what they're asking but the prices have been higher for gmc trucks that are in about the same condition as their Chevy counterparts.
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**WIDESIDE72** · 06-03-2012, 12:40 AM

On a related note, if people love unusual trucks, why are we having trouble selling the body off restored 71 GMC swb step? I think it is partly because it is a GMC, but also because it is a 6 cyl, 3 OTT, manual steering and brakes, radio delete truck. I don't think it helped that dad painted it charcoal grey metallic. (He thought he was going to keep it.) I think anyone who has restored a 67-72 would agree that $10k for a truck that doesn't really need anything is a reasonable price. If we had a nickel for every person that said "Oh, thais truck is worth ever bit of that, you should have no problem selling it", we would be half way to the selling price. We have had it for sale at several shows, swap meets, craigslist, EBay and here.

**WIDESIDE72** · 06-03-2012, 12:43 AM

Fortunately I have a nice set of fenders from the 68 Chevy, which are also the saem as the 71 GMC fenders. I also have a 71GMC hood and grill and a 68 Chevy hood,and grill.

GuyO · 06-03-2012, 01:35 AM

Most everybody who responds to this thread will have a bias leaning one way or the other. Because they both still sell with some vigor, people look for information that confirms their reconceived beliefs. I think it is simple - to an informed buyer GMC has a commercial history, Chevy has a consumer history. To some guys it matters, but in these years from 67-72 (and through to today) the distinction is blurred when GMC and Chevy's come off the same line. A 1971 GMC with a 351 V6 would be in the history of "It's how truck people build trucks". But pricing any product is somewhat guesswork. Generally the more unique a truck is, the more its worth. The grill, horn buttom, fender emblems and tailgate is not the only way to differentiate the product. Curb appeal draws interest but Hp to weight ratios, sport verses work purposes, and drivability brings further attention and sometimes brings the dollars out. The biggest factor is fishing in a pond where there is bigger money fish. Where you market coupled with timing a sale has a great deal to do with bringing higher prices, I picked that up by watching a Mecham auction on Velocity.

**WIDESIDE72** · 06-03-2012, 01:01 PM

[QUOTE=GuyO;5414359]Most everybody who responds to this thread will have a bias leaning one way or the other. [QUOTE]

That was what I was looking for...

[QUOTE] A 1971 GMC with a 351 V6... [QUOTE]

GMC did not put the V6 in trucks in 71. I believe 70 was the last year.

[QUOTE] The grill, horn buttom, fender emblems and tailgate is not the only way to differentiate the product. [QUOTE]

By 1971, that really was all that differentiated the Chevy from the GMC...

Thanks for the input.

**mr48chev** · 06-03-2012, 01:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 68 Four on the Floor

What is illegal about this?

Making a post saying he has something for sale without being a supporting member.

As far as deciding which truck to build to sell I'd go with the 68 with a 68 nose on it. It just seems that the market would be better for that one. If you are building it for yourself it only matters which one you like the best.

It still may come down to which truck you may have the most parts for stashed away that are in good shape.

05-31-2012, 02:33 PM	#1
WIDESIDE72 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Cedar Park, Texas Posts: 7,500	1971 GMC vs 1968 Chevrolet popularity I have a whole pile of parts to start my next build. I have a 1971 GMC cab and title and a 1968 chevrolet cab and title. Both are in about the same shape, needing cab corners and rockers only. The truck will be built to be sold. It will be a swb stepside no matter if a Chevy or GMC . I would like opinions as to which would bring the most money after completed. I am leaning toward the 68 Chevrolet.

05-31-2012, 02:39 PM	#2
WIDESIDE72 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Cedar Park, Texas Posts: 7,500	Re: 1971 GMC vs 1968 Chevrolet popularity BTW, I also have a 71 GMC swb stepside for sale to give you an idea of the build quality http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/c...m-truck&cat=12

05-31-2012, 02:46 PM	#3
JWall Frequent Flyer Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Tulsa, OK Posts: 2,258	Re: 1971 GMC vs 1968 Chevrolet popularity I would say the 68 Chevy & with matching front end. __________________ - Justin 76 SWB C-10 - 98 SWB C1500 (x2) 1 Owner 1976 SWB

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KevsClassics TILT COLUMN GURU Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: FRESNO CA Posts: 4,276	Re: 1971 GMC vs 1968 Chevrolet popularity Both look good but Chevy seems to be more popular. __________________ Instagram kevs_classics64 64 Impala SS Conv 72 Blazer 2wd 75 Jimmy 2wd 63 Belair wagon 02 Silverado ext cab. DD RIP EL JAY

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black_sheep454 Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Lebanon, Mo. Posts: 1,315	Re: 1971 GMC vs 1968 Chevrolet popularity As a person that owns both a 71 gmc and 68 chevy (along with a 70 gmc) id defiantly say 68 chevy cab and clip with 71 5 lug swap. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1968 chevy lwb, getting ready to join forces with the 70 gmc 1970 gmc swb, getting ready to be a 68 chevy swb 1971 gmc lwb 2500 2wd Sierra Grande 1988 chevy 1-ton crew cab 2wd waiting for a 12v cummins

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Truthamedia Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: Port Orchard wa Posts: 16	Re: 1971 GMC vs 1968 Chevrolet popularity Please read the rules pertaining to illegal activities, Thanks! Last edited by Josh; 05-31-2012 at 04:39 PM. Reason: Request for illegal activities in thread

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68 Four on the Floor Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Washburn, IA Posts: 600	Re: 1971 GMC vs 1968 Chevrolet popularity What is illegal about this?

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Tinkermc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Farmville, Va Posts: 3,026	Re: 1971 GMC vs 1968 Chevrolet popularity I have a 67cheby and a 72 GMC the Gmc draws a lot mor attention and there seem to be fewer of them

05-31-2012, 05:27 PM	#9
SS Tim Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Edwards, CA Posts: 7,503	Re: 1971 GMC vs 1968 Chevrolet popularity Chevys seem to out sell GMCs in both value and rapidity. Myself included. Its just a preference. You could though just whip up a period crewcab and use up all the parts. Somewhere I have a period picture of a short stepside crewcab conversion. OK I was wrong it is a 9' stepside cut down, but I did find it. Attached Images __________________ Thanks, Tim * VIN/Model Decoders * Power Team Charts (engine/transmission/gear ratio) * Post Your Pickup SPID Blazer SPID Suburban/Panel SPID * RTFM ... Read The Factory Manuals... download 'em here Highlanders Do you have a 1972 Plaid Pickup? Plaid Blazer ** Plaid Suburban Last edited by SS Tim; 05-31-2012 at 05:34 PM. Reason: add pic

05-31-2012, 06:48 PM	#11
Stevo427 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: United States Posts: 163	Re: 1971 GMC vs 1968 Chevrolet popularity The 67-68 C10's will bring in more without a doubt. Best front end style IMO

05-31-2012, 10:29 PM	#12
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: 1971 GMC vs 1968 Chevrolet popularity I'm not too hip on investors. Just build it how you want and eff worrying about which one brings the most. I can double damn guarantee I can take any one of the 67-72 Chevys or GMCs and make it more desirable and valuable than any other. It's all about class,taste,attention to detail,and voodoo. __________________ "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 ~ Last edited by special-K; 06-01-2012 at 06:29 AM.

06-01-2012, 12:11 AM	#13
GuyO Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Kirkland, WA Posts: 343	Re: 1971 GMC vs 1968 Chevrolet popularity Special K makes a good point, desire is in the eyes of the beholder. We just finished our father/son 70 GMC project and I hear without exception how everyone prefers a GMC. I am sure a C10 owner would hear the same thing. There are pros and cons to them both, but many will pay a premium for what they individually perceive is quality. Good luck, it is nice to have choices!

06-01-2012, 09:36 AM	#14
CC69Rat Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,214	Re: 1971 GMC vs 1968 Chevrolet popularity I couldn't decide so I got both ! I'm probably 51/49 to the 68 C10 though. But the right truck with a GMC front end could be 'different' enough to out sell the C10. I personally don't build them to resell so I never really worried about it too much. I just like 'different'. when you pull in to a carshow I want to be the only one there with a _____ truck. Whatever ____ may be. I used to be into Camaros really heavily. Ex. you see a lot of red, blue, etc. I went with Hugger Orange and that car drew a crowd anywhere it went. The end result being a more desirable car just because it was different. This was back in the early 90's but people have kinda figured out the Camaros. Rallye Green, Hugger Orange, etc. You see more of them now. In the trucks I like rarity. __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

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dracula4999 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Shawnee, OK Posts: 63	Re: 1971 GMC vs 1968 Chevrolet popularity I like the gmc's, dont see as many of them around as i do the chevys. As far as value goes, if you take two similar optioned trucks from the same year, the gmc is worth more i believe. But comparing a 71 to a 68 the 68 will be worth more, not because of chevy vs gmc, just because of age. __________________ 71 GMC long bed 70 Chevy short step 71 Chevy K10 long bed

06-01-2012, 04:32 PM	#16
sboris Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Osceola, Ia Posts: 2,017	Re: 1971 GMC vs 1968 Chevrolet popularity I just think the 68 looks the coolest by far, therefore it's worth more in my book. For what that's worth.. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Shawn 68 chevy K/20 05 chevy 3/4 4x4 71 short step-sold 71 chevy Beauville van My build. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=633039



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06-02-2012, 12:57 AM	#17
leddzepp Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 20,036	Re: 1971 GMC vs 1968 Chevrolet popularity Neither. If you are looking to sell and make the most money, build a fleetside. __________________ 1972 C/10 Cheyenne Super SWB. Restored, loaded, slammed. 1968 C/10 50th Anniversary LWB. Unrestored, stock, daily driver/work truck. RIP ElJay RIP 67ChevyRedneck RIP Grumpy Old Man RIP FleetsidePaul

06-03-2012, 12:35 AM	#20
shawno72 C/10 junkie Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Stockton Ca Posts: 9,093	Re: 1971 GMC vs 1968 Chevrolet popularity Try the 68 Chevy with 71 gmc fenders Seriously, I personally had the opportunity to buy a 70 gmc short fleet but decided on a 68 Chevy short fleet. Lately at swap meets and carshows the Gmc's have had a higher price tag than the Chevys. Not sure they're getting what they're asking but the prices have been higher for gmc trucks that are in about the same condition as their Chevy counterparts. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Shawn 70 LWB C10 current driver/project http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=663051 68 SWB C10 Work in progress.....SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=559520 72 LWB C10 Sold 71 LWB C10 Sold 68 LWB C10 CST Sold http://youtu.be/kbB0QrBIs9k My mom always had the best advice. It was just a tad late. After a fall that involved blood, she'd say....."Careful!"

06-03-2012, 12:40 AM	#21
WIDESIDE72 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Cedar Park, Texas Posts: 7,500	Re: 1971 GMC vs 1968 Chevrolet popularity On a related note, if people love unusual trucks, why are we having trouble selling the body off restored 71 GMC swb step? I think it is partly because it is a GMC, but also because it is a 6 cyl, 3 OTT, manual steering and brakes, radio delete truck. I don't think it helped that dad painted it charcoal grey metallic. (He thought he was going to keep it.) I think anyone who has restored a 67-72 would agree that $10k for a truck that doesn't really need anything is a reasonable price. If we had a nickel for every person that said "Oh, thais truck is worth ever bit of that, you should have no problem selling it", we would be half way to the selling price. We have had it for sale at several shows, swap meets, craigslist, EBay and here.

06-03-2012, 12:43 AM	#22
WIDESIDE72 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Cedar Park, Texas Posts: 7,500	Re: 1971 GMC vs 1968 Chevrolet popularity Fortunately I have a nice set of fenders from the 68 Chevy, which are also the saem as the 71 GMC fenders. I also have a 71GMC hood and grill and a 68 Chevy hood,and grill.

06-03-2012, 01:35 AM	#23
GuyO Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Kirkland, WA Posts: 343	Re: 1971 GMC vs 1968 Chevrolet popularity Most everybody who responds to this thread will have a bias leaning one way or the other. Because they both still sell with some vigor, people look for information that confirms their reconceived beliefs. I think it is simple - to an informed buyer GMC has a commercial history, Chevy has a consumer history. To some guys it matters, but in these years from 67-72 (and through to today) the distinction is blurred when GMC and Chevy's come off the same line. A 1971 GMC with a 351 V6 would be in the history of "It's how truck people build trucks". But pricing any product is somewhat guesswork. Generally the more unique a truck is, the more its worth. The grill, horn buttom, fender emblems and tailgate is not the only way to differentiate the product. Curb appeal draws interest but Hp to weight ratios, sport verses work purposes, and drivability brings further attention and sometimes brings the dollars out. The biggest factor is fishing in a pond where there is bigger money fish. Where you market coupled with timing a sale has a great deal to do with bringing higher prices, I picked that up by watching a Mecham auction on Velocity.

06-03-2012, 01:01 PM	#24
WIDESIDE72 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Cedar Park, Texas Posts: 7,500	Re: 1971 GMC vs 1968 Chevrolet popularity [QUOTE=GuyO;5414359]Most everybody who responds to this thread will have a bias leaning one way or the other. [QUOTE] That was what I was looking for... [QUOTE] A 1971 GMC with a 351 V6... [QUOTE] GMC did not put the V6 in trucks in 71. I believe 70 was the last year. [QUOTE] The grill, horn buttom, fender emblems and tailgate is not the only way to differentiate the product. [QUOTE] By 1971, that really was all that differentiated the Chevy from the GMC... Thanks for the input.

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