Pullman Camper Body - Where to find one, how much to pay? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Grizz1963 · 03-16-2013, 01:52 PM

Slow Build posted this in the picture thread, and I am possibly infatuated.

How many of these lay about behind a barn, in someones yard, on a farm?

And if you were to find one, what sort of money would one expect to pay ?

I may just have to get one when I find my truck to buy.

This is out of my league, but would love something like this.

Thank you for any replies, advice or input.

61_FL_Apache · 03-16-2013, 02:38 PM

Those are cool!!

**Clyde65** · 03-16-2013, 02:41 PM

I've never seen one, very cool!
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jonathan-m · 03-16-2013, 03:24 PM

I've never seen one of those either. I would imagine that if you found one in good shape it would cost a pretty penny.

Slow Build · 03-16-2013, 05:36 PM

Here is a little more info on them.
http://truckcampers.fanworks.org/the...ed_it_all.html

Slow Build · 03-16-2013, 06:11 PM

There was one on ebay back in January that didn't get a minimum bid of $1499. I've seen one a while back that was only $600. They come up every once in a while but I would imagine it would cost quite a bit to ship across the pond.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1964-Chevrol...p2047675.l2557

Grizz1963 · 03-16-2013, 06:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Slow Build

There was one on ebay back in January that didn't get a minimum bid of $1499. I've seen one a while back that was only $600. They come up every once in a while but I would imagine it would cost quite a bit to ship across the pond.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1964-Chevrol...p2047675.l2557

Hi mate
I would hope to fit it to a truck when I find the right one to buy and then to aldd some "stuff" into the rear as well.

Plan A was always (well, till I saw this) to buy a closeable/lockable canopy for the truck, and if it were ally, it would het polished.
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oem4me · 03-16-2013, 07:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Slow Build

There was one on ebay back in January that didn't get a minimum bid of $1499. I've seen one a while back that was only $600. They come up every once in a while but I would imagine it would cost quite a bit to ship across the pond.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1964-Chevrol...p2047675.l2557

I saw that one languishing there on ebay for awhile (it was listed a few times) and was scratching my head as to why no-one snapped it up. Definitely a trick little vintage camp set-up.

BigDan3131 · 03-17-2013, 01:33 AM

Wow! That's kind of mind blowing...when I read that ad I saw the address. I know exactly where it was, I used to live in Downey and drove down that street often.

RANDY COX · 03-17-2013, 07:40 AM

Those are very neat I love that old stuff...

harpo1313 · 03-17-2013, 07:51 AM

Was one across the street in La Mirada Ca and the whole time i lived there [4 years] it never moved out of the driveway.It was on a 3/4 ton and not for sale.

Grizz1963 · 03-17-2013, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by harpo1313

Was one across the street in La Mirada Ca and the whole time i lived there [4 years] it never moved out of the driveway.It was on a 3/4 ton and not for sale.

Not For Sale.... What a pity

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ca90ss · 03-29-2013, 06:49 PM

http://ventura.craigslist.org/pts/3710293689.html

Grizz1963 · 03-29-2013, 07:10 PM

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Originally Posted by ca90ss

http://ventura.craigslist.org/pts/3710293689.html

Great find, have emailed him to ask a price on the canopy.

Forgot to ask if it would fit an early 60's C10 Fleetside.

Not sure how much the bodies changed in size over time.

Rich 5150 69 · 03-29-2013, 07:12 PM

Sad thing is my father inlaw had one on his `66 when he sold it in `76, truck only had 62.000 miles, he said that the truck had to many miles on it to keep it...

Grizz1963 · 03-30-2013, 02:17 AM

RIGHT .......

Next question now, what does one offer for one of these bodies that need full restoration ?

I have contacted the seller, he is prepared to sell, bus said I needed to make an offer ..... AAAARRRGGGHHHHH !!!!

What sort of offer does one make ??

Thanks guys.

Grizz1963 · 03-30-2013, 04:39 AM

NO IDEA ABOUT LOGISTICS

It is in Ventura

And I am interested at this point.

My questions are these.....

Hope some of you have the answers.

It seems to be on a newer GMC Long Fleet truck.

What are the differences between a loadbody like this and a 60-66 Fleetside dimensions ?

I was wondering if there is a universal size, or if these were custom sized and fitted to trucks.

WHAT WOULD ONE OFFER FOR ONE OF THESE ??

Seller asked me to make an offer.

Any help will be appreciated.

It could look like this.

77lesabre · 03-30-2013, 02:28 PM

I would love to find one of these for my stepside! I see in the old catalog that they where produced for stepsides, I just have never seen one for sale!
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Slow Build · 03-30-2013, 04:02 PM

I have seen a few in old ads that were being offered at $600. They may have sold for less.

TommyDuncan · 03-30-2013, 06:09 PM

In the C/L ad it says it is a longhorn bed. They had a 133" wheelbase and a longer bed than the regular 8' long bed so it might not fit.

I don't know much about the longhorn so you might want to do some research.
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oem4me · 03-30-2013, 07:26 PM

It's a big gamble not knowing the condition of the inside, so bid like it needs a full rebuild or risk major disappointment.

Grizz1963 · 03-31-2013, 07:52 AM

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Originally Posted by oem4me

It's a big gamble not knowing the condition of the inside, so bid like it needs a full rebuild or risk major disappointment.

I would have been happy to pay $75-150 max, due to it being worth scrap, but there will not be another one in the UK.

Then it would have taken some time and effort to restore it, possibly polish some of the sections and paint part of it, or paint it all like the example above.

Due to the risk associated, I would top bid at $150 for a good one, and probably $100 or less on the one in that ad.

I definitely want an aluminium canopy/camper shell for my truck.

It makes life a lot easier when you bring a load of "stuff" with in the container as you could be able to lock it up and secure it.
Either way, I would love a part polished, part painted canopy t go to shows with.

One of these old Pullmans would just be 200% cooler and greatly functional along with the Grizz-Pod.

Unfortunately that one has sold.

**GMCNUT** · 10-03-2016, 03:33 PM

So Grizz1963, did you ever get your dream Pullman?

After seeing this Yellow truck in Grizz1963's thread, I want one badly too for my 1966 Chevy Custom Camper pickup I just bought. I intend to camp out at Cub Scout events with my 8 yr old son, so I need to find a survivor condition example if possible.

Assuming I'll never find a pullman like this, I'd take something like the below toppers if anyone has any leads for a nice 60's longbed topper maybe?

Call or Text leads to 256 486 1988 - Thanks, Steve

03-16-2013, 01:52 PM	#1
Grizz1963 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Rochester, KENT Posts: 10,581	Pullman Camper Body - Where to find one, how much to pay? Slow Build posted this in the picture thread, and I am possibly infatuated. How many of these lay about behind a barn, in someones yard, on a farm? And if you were to find one, what sort of money would one expect to pay ? I may just have to get one when I find my truck to buy. This is out of my league, but would love something like this. Thank you for any replies, advice or input. __________________ MY BUILD LINK: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...585901]Redneck Express - 1966 C10 Short Fleetside MY USA ROADTRIPS http://forum.retro-rides.org/thread/...2018-humdinger IF YOU CAN'T FIX IT WITH A HAMMER, YOU'VE GOT AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM MATE.

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jonathan-m Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Phoenix Az Posts: 432	Re: Pullman Camper Body - Where to find one, how much to pay? I've never seen one of those either. I would imagine that if you found one in good shape it would cost a pretty penny. __________________ Rockin' a '66 and loving every minute of it

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Slow Build Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: California Delta Posts: 2,163	Re: Pullman Camper Body - Where to find one, how much to pay? Here is a little more info on them. http://truckcampers.fanworks.org/the...ed_it_all.html Attached Images __________________ Name: Rich Current Ride: 1964 C-10 Short Fleetside Daily Driver: 2005 GMC crew cab short fleetside /2001 Chevy Tahoe Past GM Trucks: 1959 GMC short stepside 1968 GMC short stepside-4x4 1973 Chevy short stepside 1989 Chevy short fleetside-reg cab 1993 Chevy short fleetside-Xcab 2002 Chevy short fleetside-Xcab Save the dinosaurs, use synthetic oil.

03-16-2013, 06:11 PM	#6
Slow Build Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: California Delta Posts: 2,163	Re: Pullman Camper Body - Where to find one, how much to pay? There was one on ebay back in January that didn't get a minimum bid of $1499. I've seen one a while back that was only $600. They come up every once in a while but I would imagine it would cost quite a bit to ship across the pond. http://www.ebay.com/itm/1964-Chevrol...p2047675.l2557 __________________ Name: Rich Current Ride: 1964 C-10 Short Fleetside Daily Driver: 2005 GMC crew cab short fleetside /2001 Chevy Tahoe Past GM Trucks: 1959 GMC short stepside 1968 GMC short stepside-4x4 1973 Chevy short stepside 1989 Chevy short fleetside-reg cab 1993 Chevy short fleetside-Xcab 2002 Chevy short fleetside-Xcab Save the dinosaurs, use synthetic oil.

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BigDan3131 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Maple Valley, WA Posts: 1,913	Re: Pullman Camper Body - Where to find one, how much to pay? Wow! That's kind of mind blowing...when I read that ad I saw the address. I know exactly where it was, I used to live in Downey and drove down that street often. __________________ Custom Painter/Restoration Specialist 1965 GMC 3/4 Ton LB SOLD? 1964 Chevy El Camino in full restoration 1991 Chevy S10 288K+ miles 2nd Owner SOLD 2020 RAM 1500 Warlock

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RANDY COX Registered User Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: RADFORD, VA Posts: 2,651	Re: Pullman Camper Body - Where to find one, how much to pay? Those are very neat I love that old stuff... __________________ 1964 BBC 402 4x4

03-17-2013, 07:51 AM	#11
harpo1313 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: cape codmass Posts: 57	Re: Pullman Camper Body - Where to find one, how much to pay? Was one across the street in La Mirada Ca and the whole time i lived there [4 years] it never moved out of the driveway.It was on a 3/4 ton and not for sale.

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ca90ss Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Port Hueneme, Ca Posts: 42	Re: Pullman Camper Body - Where to find one, how much to pay? http://ventura.craigslist.org/pts/3710293689.html

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Rich 5150 69 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Galt, Calif Posts: 2,437	Re: Pullman Camper Body - Where to find one, how much to pay? Sad thing is my father inlaw had one on his `66 when he sold it in `76, truck only had 62.000 miles, he said that the truck had to many miles on it to keep it... __________________ `64 C10 vortec 350/350/373 posi `69 RS/SS 350/350/308 `37 Ford 406/350/324 traclock `68 Dart 370/904/323 suregrip

03-30-2013, 02:17 AM	#16
Grizz1963 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Rochester, KENT Posts: 10,581	Re: Pullman Camper Body - Where to find one, how much to pay? RIGHT ....... Next question now, what does one offer for one of these bodies that need full restoration ? I have contacted the seller, he is prepared to sell, bus said I needed to make an offer ..... AAAARRRGGGHHHHH !!!! What sort of offer does one make ?? Thanks guys. __________________ MY BUILD LINK: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...585901]Redneck Express - 1966 C10 Short Fleetside MY USA ROADTRIPS http://forum.retro-rides.org/thread/...2018-humdinger IF YOU CAN'T FIX IT WITH A HAMMER, YOU'VE GOT AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM MATE.

03-30-2013, 04:39 AM	#17
Grizz1963 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Rochester, KENT Posts: 10,581	Re: Pullman Camper Body - Where to find one, how much to pay? NO IDEA ABOUT LOGISTICS It is in Ventura And I am interested at this point. My questions are these..... Hope some of you have the answers. It seems to be on a newer GMC Long Fleet truck. What are the differences between a loadbody like this and a 60-66 Fleetside dimensions ? I was wondering if there is a universal size, or if these were custom sized and fitted to trucks. WHAT WOULD ONE OFFER FOR ONE OF THESE ?? Seller asked me to make an offer. Any help will be appreciated. It could look like this. __________________ MY BUILD LINK: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...585901]Redneck Express - 1966 C10 Short Fleetside MY USA ROADTRIPS http://forum.retro-rides.org/thread/...2018-humdinger IF YOU CAN'T FIX IT WITH A HAMMER, YOU'VE GOT AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM MATE.

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77lesabre Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Kettering, Ohio Posts: 55	Re: Pullman Camper Body - Where to find one, how much to pay? I would love to find one of these for my stepside! I see in the old catalog that they where produced for stepsides, I just have never seen one for sale! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Instagram: 77lesabre 1961 Chevy Long Stepside-350/700r4 1977 Buick Lesabre Lowrider-350/th350 *2003 Chevy Silverado 2500HD-Duramax Diesel

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Slow Build Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: California Delta Posts: 2,163	Re: Pullman Camper Body - Where to find one, how much to pay? I have seen a few in old ads that were being offered at $600. They may have sold for less. __________________ Name: Rich Current Ride: 1964 C-10 Short Fleetside Daily Driver: 2005 GMC crew cab short fleetside /2001 Chevy Tahoe Past GM Trucks: 1959 GMC short stepside 1968 GMC short stepside-4x4 1973 Chevy short stepside 1989 Chevy short fleetside-reg cab 1993 Chevy short fleetside-Xcab 2002 Chevy short fleetside-Xcab Save the dinosaurs, use synthetic oil.



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TommyDuncan Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Boulder City NV Posts: 214	Re: Pullman Camper Body - Where to find one, how much to pay? In the C/L ad it says it is a longhorn bed. They had a 133" wheelbase and a longer bed than the regular 8' long bed so it might not fit. I don't know much about the longhorn so you might want to do some research. Posted via Mobile Device

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GMCNUT Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Arab Alabama Posts: 1,809	Re: Pullman Camper Body - Where to find one, how much to pay? So Grizz1963, did you ever get your dream Pullman? After seeing this Yellow truck in Grizz1963's thread, I want one badly too for my 1966 Chevy Custom Camper pickup I just bought. I intend to camp out at Cub Scout events with my 8 yr old son, so I need to find a survivor condition example if possible. Assuming I'll never find a pullman like this, I'd take something like the below toppers if anyone has any leads for a nice 60's longbed topper maybe? Call or Text leads to 256 486 1988 - Thanks, Steve Attached Images __________________ My Projects and Toys - All 100% Stock 1972 CST "Highlander" Blazer - 350 auto, PS, PB, A/C, Tilt, Tach, AM/FM & Positraction 1966 Chevy SWB Fleetside BBW Custom Cab, #'s matching 327 V8 & Powerglide, factory deluxe heat, PS, PB, Tinted Glass, sway bar 1961 Chevy SWB Fleetside BBW Custom Cab #'s matching 283 V8 & Powerglide w/ uber-rare Cool-Pack A/C, factory PB, deluxe heat, Clock 1961 GMC K1000 4x4 SWB w/ BBW, Custom Cab and numbers matching 305D V6 engine & 4 spd 1960 GMC SWB Fleetside BBW Custom Cab #'s matching 305A V6 & Hydramatic, factory PB, Clock, Tach, Compass, Hood Jet 1959 Chevy SWB Fleetside BBW Custom Cab w/ rare stainless bed trim, #'s matching 283 V8 & Hydramatic, Deluxe Heat, radio, spotlight 1958 Chevy Cameo #'s matching 283 V8 & Hydramatic, radio, window washers, Factory PB 1958 GMC BBW SWB Fleetside Custom Cab, #'s matching 336 V8 Hydramatic, Factory PS, PB, Clock, RSD, Deluxe Heat & Hood Jet 1957 GMC Suburban Pickup (GMC's Cameo) #'s matching 347 V8 Hydramatic, uber-rare vacuum ashtray, Factory PS, PB, Clock, RSD, Hood Jet 1956 Chevy 3800 1 ton w/ rare 9 ft stepside bed, factory 265 V8 w/ Hydramatic, factory PB, Custom Cab, deluxe heat, spotlight and hood jet.

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