Which Blazer is the most DESIREABLE?? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Mark70Z · 09-20-2003, 10:04 PM

I know "everyone" will have an opinion..and different tastes, but I was just wondering which of the 69-72's is the most desireable (am I spelling that right?!? desireable??..oh well) Surely there is one year that is more sought after than another. Since I'm a newbee at this, I'll ask the experts... Also, why would this particular year be the most expensive and or popular??

Also, is the GMC model worth more or less?

Leinie · 09-20-2003, 11:50 PM

If I could have any Blazer/Jimmy- it would be a 72 CST/Sierra Grande, 2wd with all the goodies ( tach, tilt,ac, single wall top, etc )
72 because it's the last production year and Disc brakes up front.

2wd because they are rare, ride better, lighter, faster and just plain cool. I'm not gonna be wheelin in my old blazer anyway so why have all the headaches of a front drive train?

Since I'm dreaming , I'll put a 67 Chev front clip on it and it will have it's own garage stall ,so the top will never be on it, again

72BLAZERDUDE · 09-21-2003, 09:40 AM

I have to agree because I do have a 72CST 2wd. Even though Im a little bit biased I think just having disc up front is worth having the 72 all by itself. Even though mine needs ton of work I get offers all the time to trade for much newer trucks or to sell. I do like the 67 pickup front ends a little better so I may convert mine. No matter what year just get one and have fun!

2wdBlazer · 09-21-2003, 10:48 AM

I have a 71 with disks up front! But I would say the 70 2wd would be the most rare due to the extremely low production numbers and it being the first year produced.

Supergas · 09-21-2003, 11:35 AM

I also have a 71 Jimmy with disc in front... and it's for sale.. see post..

*Gee_Emm* · 09-21-2003, 11:38 AM

I don't think Jimmys could have the Sierra Grande package.

Supergas · 09-21-2003, 11:47 AM

Well, mine is an original 1971 GMC Jimmy Custom, 4WD, with Tilt, Tach, AC & Disc Brakes in the front. It is listed on the option/build sheet pasted to the glove box lid...

*Gee_Emm* · 09-21-2003, 11:55 AM

It says Sierra Grande on the option sheet?

HatGuy · 09-21-2003, 02:02 PM

72' Blazer Highlanders are rare. Only one
year and most loaded with all the goodies.
Just MHO, see I've got one.

1969 GMC · 09-21-2003, 08:00 PM

My personal preference would be a 1970 CST with optional disc brakes (if they were available on 4x4). If not, oh well. 292/4 speed, a/c, tilt, tach, etc.

**1970cstblazer** · 09-21-2003, 08:52 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by 1969 GMC
My personal preference would be a 1970 CST with optional disc brakes (if they were available on 4x4). If not, oh well. 292/4 speed, a/c, tilt, tach, etc.

I agree!

That would be a neat combo..

However, the 292 and the discs were not 1970 Blazer options.

NuBomb · 09-21-2003, 10:01 PM

I've got a 72 Blazer CST Highlander (Just found out it is a Highlander), but I really like the GMC grill. When my rich uncle gets out of the poorhouse I'd like to have a Jimmy to go along with the blazer.

Paul72 · 09-21-2003, 10:13 PM

I like the '72's. Probably since I've got a Blazer and LWB in the satble already. Now i need the 'burbon and the collection will be complete (or will it just be getting started??)

1969 GMC · 09-21-2003, 11:22 PM

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Originally posted by 1970cstblazer

However, the 292 and the discs were not 1970 Blazer options.

Are you sure on the 292? the only reason I ask is that on coloradok5's specifications page, they list the 292 as available in 1970 and 1971, but not '69 or '72, then it comes back for '73 and continues for a few more years in the new body style.
the discs I wasnt sure on, I have seen some '70 2wd pickups that had optional discs, I would guess they were made later in the production run, and thought it would be neat if they appeared on a 4x4.

bouncytruck · 09-22-2003, 12:55 PM

Wouldn't the 1969 first production (#1 off the assembly line) be the most valuable?

Mark70Z · 09-22-2003, 04:07 PM

Question: Is the Highlander option just added features on a 1972? What would the extra options include that the CST package does not?

HatGuy....I assume that the interior you pictured is part of that package. Looks GREAT!!!!

NuBomb · 09-22-2003, 04:50 PM

My Highlander was evidently messed up by a previous owner. As far as I know the only difference is the seats. Mine should look like Hatguy's. Somebody changed out the seats so I couldn't tell it was a highlander. What other things came with the highlander option?

HatGuy · 09-23-2003, 11:47 AM

Yes the plaid came in 4 colors
orange, red, green, gray & blue.
I nees to replace the white vinal
on the front seats. Two different
shops have said they can do that.
back seat has been ib storage 16
years and only has 1 small rip on
the side.

bouncytruck · 09-23-2003, 12:43 PM

There is a Blazer with the plaid interior on e-bay right now. Maybe it is a highlander?

Mark70Z · 09-23-2003, 04:12 PM

Does anyone make any reproduction Highlander interior?? Sounds like some nice interior. I'd like to have that type.

HatGuy....since you have one, is this the only difference between a CST and a Highlander is the interior seats? Any help would be great.

09-21-2003, 09:40 AM	#3
72BLAZERDUDE Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: WATAUGA,TX Posts: 675	I have to agree because I do have a 72CST 2wd. Even though Im a little bit biased I think just having disc up front is worth having the 72 all by itself. Even though mine needs ton of work I get offers all the time to trade for much newer trucks or to sell. I do like the 67 pickup front ends a little better so I may convert mine. No matter what year just get one and have fun! __________________ 72 2wd 307/AT/AC/TILT WHEEL 78 JIMMY HIGH SIERRA

09-21-2003, 10:48 AM	#4
2wdBlazer The Blazer King Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Valrico, Fl (Tampa) Posts: 1,212	I have a 71 with disks up front! But I would say the 70 2wd would be the most rare due to the extremely low production numbers and it being the first year produced. __________________ 72 2wd Blazer. Its the superbichinest, megacoolinest, superflowinest.

09-21-2003, 02:02 PM	#9
HatGuy Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Fort Worth Texas Posts: 275	72' Blazer Highlanders are rare. Only one year and most loaded with all the goodies. Just MHO, see I've got one. Attached Images __________________ Joe Peters the HatGuy 72' K5 Highlander My Daily Driver http://www.pbhats.com/BLAZER/index.html

09-21-2003, 08:00 PM	#10
1969 GMC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: The Rubber City Posts: 5,498	My personal preference would be a 1970 CST with optional disc brakes (if they were available on 4x4). If not, oh well. 292/4 speed, a/c, tilt, tach, etc. __________________ 1969 GMC K2500 1996 Honda Accord 2007 Kawasaki KLR 650

09-21-2003, 10:01 PM	#12
NuBomb Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Canton, Georgia, USA Posts: 1,119	I've got a 72 Blazer CST Highlander (Just found out it is a Highlander), but I really like the GMC grill. When my rich uncle gets out of the poorhouse I'd like to have a Jimmy to go along with the blazer. __________________ Jeremy (NUBOMB) 72K5 CST 350/350/205 1951 Chevy 1/2 ton North Georgia Group "... And the first rule to being a man is you gotta spend your life doing crap you don't wanna do." Red Forman.

09-20-2003, 10:04 PM	#1
Mark70Z Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 128	Which Blazer is the most DESIREABLE?? I know "everyone" will have an opinion..and different tastes, but I was just wondering which of the 69-72's is the most desireable (am I spelling that right?!? desireable??..oh well) Surely there is one year that is more sought after than another. Since I'm a newbee at this, I'll ask the experts... Also, why would this particular year be the most expensive and or popular?? Also, is the GMC model worth more or less? Last edited by Mark70Z; 09-20-2003 at 10:08 PM.

09-20-2003, 11:50 PM	#2
Leinie Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: USA Posts: 2,613	If I could have any Blazer/Jimmy- it would be a 72 CST/Sierra Grande, 2wd with all the goodies ( tach, tilt,ac, single wall top, etc ) 72 because it's the last production year and Disc brakes up front. 2wd because they are rare, ride better, lighter, faster and just plain cool. I'm not gonna be wheelin in my old blazer anyway so why have all the headaches of a front drive train? Since I'm dreaming , I'll put a 67 Chev front clip on it and it will have it's own garage stall ,so the top will never be on it, again

09-21-2003, 11:35 AM	#5
Supergas Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Victoria,Texas Posts: 49	I also have a 71 Jimmy with disc in front... and it's for sale.. see post..

09-21-2003, 11:38 AM	#6
Gee_Emm Account Suspended Join Date: Sep 2000 Posts: 3,991	I don't think Jimmys could have the Sierra Grande package.

09-21-2003, 11:47 AM	#7
Supergas Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Victoria,Texas Posts: 49	Well, mine is an original 1971 GMC Jimmy Custom, 4WD, with Tilt, Tach, AC & Disc Brakes in the front. It is listed on the option/build sheet pasted to the glove box lid...

09-21-2003, 11:55 AM	#8
Gee_Emm Account Suspended Join Date: Sep 2000 Posts: 3,991	It says Sierra Grande on the option sheet?

09-21-2003, 10:13 PM	#13
Paul72 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Waterloo, IA Posts: 1,147	I like the '72's. Probably since I've got a Blazer and LWB in the satble already. Now i need the 'burbon and the collection will be complete (or will it just be getting started??) __________________ '72 Chevy K20 - 383/4sp/205 - SOLD after 41 years in the family Next project - K/5 Tahoe (71 Blazer on 99 Tahoe chassis) Build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=789958

09-22-2003, 12:55 PM	#15
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	Wouldn't the 1969 first production (#1 off the assembly line) be the most valuable? __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

09-22-2003, 04:07 PM	#16
Mark70Z Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 128	Question: Is the Highlander option just added features on a 1972? What would the extra options include that the CST package does not? HatGuy....I assume that the interior you pictured is part of that package. Looks GREAT!!!!

09-22-2003, 04:50 PM	#17
NuBomb Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Canton, Georgia, USA Posts: 1,119	My Highlander was evidently messed up by a previous owner. As far as I know the only difference is the seats. Mine should look like Hatguy's. Somebody changed out the seats so I couldn't tell it was a highlander. What other things came with the highlander option? __________________ Jeremy (NUBOMB) 72K5 CST 350/350/205 1951 Chevy 1/2 ton North Georgia Group "... And the first rule to being a man is you gotta spend your life doing crap you don't wanna do." Red Forman.



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09-23-2003, 11:47 AM	#18
HatGuy Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Fort Worth Texas Posts: 275	Yes the plaid came in 4 colors orange, red, green, gray & blue. I nees to replace the white vinal on the front seats. Two different shops have said they can do that. back seat has been ib storage 16 years and only has 1 small rip on the side. __________________ Joe Peters the HatGuy 72' K5 Highlander My Daily Driver http://www.pbhats.com/BLAZER/index.html

09-23-2003, 12:43 PM	#19
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	There is a Blazer with the plaid interior on e-bay right now. Maybe it is a highlander? __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

09-23-2003, 04:12 PM	#20
Mark70Z Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 128	Does anyone make any reproduction Highlander interior?? Sounds like some nice interior. I'd like to have that type. HatGuy....since you have one, is this the only difference between a CST and a Highlander is the interior seats? Any help would be great.

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