'65 GMC LWB, my FIRST TIME! - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

kdlaz1 · 01-27-2013, 08:01 PM

Hey all,
I'm brand new to the board and wanted to ask a few questions, if I might?
My wife and I ran across a 1965 GMC the other day, and fell in love right away. I would love whatever advice I could get. The body is straight, never been hit that I can see. The wheels are 8-lug. The wood from the bed is rotted out, but I don't mind the work it'll take to bring it back. It's got the original V-6, just touched 100K miles, with the "CUSTOM" badging on the cab uprights behind each door. It's a manual 4-speed transmission. There's some rust-thru on the cab-floor along the panel in front of each door, but the rocker-panels are solid and dry.
We met that gal who's selling it, and test-drove it the same day. It runs strong. I have my mechanic going to look at it tomorrow afternoon.

What else should I be asking or looking for?

What's a fair price? My wife says I look like I belong in the truck, and I gotta admit It was SO FUN to drive!

I look forward to any response and perspective, and thanks in advance!

gimmy 64 · 01-27-2013, 09:01 PM

a better answere to what is a fare price is what are they asking. you live in an area where there are alot of these trucks in pretty good condition. i to because i live in so. cali. one thing with the 3/4 ton and the v6 you will not get very good gas milage. but on the other hand welcome to the madness if you decide to buy one.i myself have a 64 gmc and it is alot of fun.

kdlaz1 · 01-27-2013, 09:09 PM

She's asking $2500...I just got off the phone with a buddy's dad who retired from GM after a long career as a developmental mechanic out here at the old GM Proving Grounds outside of Phoenix. His sight-unseen opinion was "walk away". He loves the body style, but doesn't like the V6 paired with the 4-speed for reliability and mileage.

Thoughts?

MikeS. · 01-27-2013, 09:11 PM

If it's been a lifelong Az truck rust shouldn't be an issue, check thoroughly for rust. If it has a 351 motor mpg won't be great.
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MikeS. · 01-27-2013, 09:12 PM

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MikeS. · 01-27-2013, 09:12 PM

2,500 is too much.
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kdlaz1 · 01-27-2013, 09:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MikeS.

If it's been a lifelong Az truck rust shouldn't be an issue, check thoroughly for rust. If it has a 351 motor mpg won't be great.
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MikeS, Is that original V6 the 351 you're talking about? His advice was to hold out for one that's had the motor and transmission changed out already. Does the rust I see make you wonder if it's really an AZ truck?

Thanks!

Kimball

FetchMeAPepsi · 01-27-2013, 10:41 PM

Depends on what you wanna do with it. That V6 is bulletproof and will probably outlast your grandkids. It was waaayyy overingineered. It's a good conversation starter too. Most people will swear to you that it doesn't exist. Win some bets

Take a look at 6066gmcguy.com

Or you can just rip it out and be cookie cutter by dropping a 350 in it, but really if you're going to do that go with a chevy instead.

01-27-2013, 08:01 PM	#1
kdlaz1 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Mesa, AZ Posts: 4	'65 GMC LWB, my FIRST TIME! Hey all, I'm brand new to the board and wanted to ask a few questions, if I might? My wife and I ran across a 1965 GMC the other day, and fell in love right away. I would love whatever advice I could get. The body is straight, never been hit that I can see. The wheels are 8-lug. The wood from the bed is rotted out, but I don't mind the work it'll take to bring it back. It's got the original V-6, just touched 100K miles, with the "CUSTOM" badging on the cab uprights behind each door. It's a manual 4-speed transmission. There's some rust-thru on the cab-floor along the panel in front of each door, but the rocker-panels are solid and dry. We met that gal who's selling it, and test-drove it the same day. It runs strong. I have my mechanic going to look at it tomorrow afternoon. What else should I be asking or looking for? What's a fair price? My wife says I look like I belong in the truck, and I gotta admit It was SO FUN to drive! I look forward to any response and perspective, and thanks in advance!

01-27-2013, 09:01 PM	#2
gimmy 64 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: menifee california Posts: 788	Re: '65 GMC LWB, my FIRST TIME! a better answere to what is a fare price is what are they asking. you live in an area where there are alot of these trucks in pretty good condition. i to because i live in so. cali. one thing with the 3/4 ton and the v6 you will not get very good gas milage. but on the other hand welcome to the madness if you decide to buy one.i myself have a 64 gmc and it is alot of fun.

01-27-2013, 09:09 PM	#3
kdlaz1 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Mesa, AZ Posts: 4	Re: '65 GMC LWB, my FIRST TIME! She's asking $2500...I just got off the phone with a buddy's dad who retired from GM after a long career as a developmental mechanic out here at the old GM Proving Grounds outside of Phoenix. His sight-unseen opinion was "walk away". He loves the body style, but doesn't like the V6 paired with the 4-speed for reliability and mileage. Thoughts?

01-27-2013, 09:11 PM	#4
MikeS. Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: FarEastern WVa Posts: 1,691	Re: '65 GMC LWB, my FIRST TIME! If it's been a lifelong Az truck rust shouldn't be an issue, check thoroughly for rust. If it has a 351 motor mpg won't be great. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Past Master Triluminar Lodge #117 GL of WVa My 1963 4x4 Suburban build; http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=531274 My Gallery, now with pics of my 1966 C30 motorhome. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/gallery/...&ppuser=103447

01-27-2013, 09:12 PM	#5
MikeS. Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: FarEastern WVa Posts: 1,691	Re: '65 GMC LWB, my FIRST TIME! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Past Master Triluminar Lodge #117 GL of WVa My 1963 4x4 Suburban build; http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=531274 My Gallery, now with pics of my 1966 C30 motorhome. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/gallery/...&ppuser=103447

01-27-2013, 09:12 PM	#6
MikeS. Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: FarEastern WVa Posts: 1,691	Re: '65 GMC LWB, my FIRST TIME! 2,500 is too much. Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Past Master Triluminar Lodge #117 GL of WVa My 1963 4x4 Suburban build; http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=531274 My Gallery, now with pics of my 1966 C30 motorhome. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/gallery/...&ppuser=103447

01-27-2013, 10:41 PM	#8
FetchMeAPepsi Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Edmond, Ks Posts: 595	Re: '65 GMC LWB, my FIRST TIME! Depends on what you wanna do with it. That V6 is bulletproof and will probably outlast your grandkids. It was waaayyy overingineered. It's a good conversation starter too. Most people will swear to you that it doesn't exist. Win some bets Take a look at 6066gmcguy.com Or you can just rip it out and be cookie cutter by dropping a 350 in it, but really if you're going to do that go with a chevy instead. __________________ Step by steps: Remove primer to reveal original paint Rebuild a carburetor See My Build - Cecilia! Some people are like slinkys. Not worth much but funny as heck when pushed down stairs.



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