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jradford · 08-26-2018, 10:12 PM

What are in ya'll's opinion the most desirable 2 drive wheel trucks? I have a 72 Special Camper Custom Deluxe with a ton of options. Are the Longhorns the most desirable? Just curious what ya'll like the best. I know some are really purists and love the plain jane 6 cylinder daily drivers.

**71blksuper4x4** · 08-26-2018, 10:15 PM

Most desirable 2wd....hands down would be swb big block trucks, especially high optioned CST’s, Cheyenne’s, and Cheyenne Super’s.

57taskforce · 08-26-2018, 10:16 PM

Any highly optioned K20/25 is top dog in my list...well any K20/25 in general.

**71blksuper4x4** · 08-26-2018, 10:25 PM

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Originally Posted by 57taskforce

Any highly optioned K20/25 is top dog in my list...well any K20/25 in general.

I agree as well, that 4x4’s rank highly collectible as well, though he was asking about the 2wd.
Honestly, any original owner trucks or just untouched originals IMO are highly collectible as well.

57taskforce · 08-26-2018, 10:27 PM

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Originally Posted by 71blksuper4x4

I agree as well, that 4x4’s rank highly collectible as well, though he was asking about the 2wd.
Honestly, any original owner trucks or just untouched originals IMO are highly collectible as well.

Duhh!!! if I had read the post all the way I would have seen he was asking about two wheel drives!

Red71gmc · 08-26-2018, 10:32 PM

I have a thing for the highly optioned trucks. And if I may say GMC.

Reason being most around here at that time were not highly optioned and a treat to see even then. The GMC thing comes from the fact we had several dealers then and those where just as common.

Greasey Harley · 08-26-2018, 10:50 PM

Anything that hasn't been beaten, bashed, rusted out, patched, Bondo'd or spray painted.
Short beds get extra points.

**jocko** · 08-26-2018, 10:52 PM

71/72 C10 swb Cheyenne Super big block with buckets. The rest is gravy. That brings the most $$$ anyway when all the paperwork is there. Having said that, if I actually HAD one, I'd trade it in a heartbeat for a 71/72 K20.

Longhorns are an acquired taste, folks either seem to love em or view them as an anomaly (I fall into the first group).

A 72 Custom Deluxe Custom Camper (note, Camper Specials are a 73+ thing, even if your SPID happens to say "Special Camper" as some do - Z81 is technically a "Custom Camper" between 65 and 72). Show us your SPID when you get a chance. Are any of your options YG6,7, or 8? A lot of C20 Custom Deluxes seemed to be the recipient of the ol plaid groupon as it brought a grouping of upgrades, including the plaid seat, for a group package price. Just curious - I've had one also, sold it recently, it was a good one, kinda miss it! Anyway, share some pics when you can. A 72 C20 Custom Camper is indeed a desirable 2WD truck.

Ekliptix · 08-26-2018, 10:54 PM

As 71blksuper4x4 said, in terms of 2WD, short box, big block, lots of options, original, lots of paperwork/documentation, original paint. I'm trying to recreate such a truck with my Cheyenne Super by adding a 402. Buckets are not in the plan unless I stumble across a set.

**truckster** · 08-26-2018, 11:26 PM

The rarest of the bunch is going to be a factory 2wd Blazer. People who are looking for them are willing to pay a premium.

**jocko** · 08-27-2018, 10:00 AM

Yes good point, indeed rare, but it’s a rather small crowd that is looking for 2WD Blazers. It’s a bit of a cult thing - kinda like we of the Custom Camper crowd.

don t. - 72gmc · 08-27-2018, 10:19 AM

JMHO..... Survivors, unmolested rust free (or as close as possible), original paint.
To me, makes no difference if a 6 banger w/a 3 OTT to full option big block.
To me, makes no difference if fleet or step side.
I prefer GMC over a Chevy but if a good one came along, I'd have no problem buying either.

Have fun...don t.

s10mk · 08-27-2018, 10:26 AM

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Originally Posted by jocko

71/72 C10 swb Cheyenne Super big block with buckets. The rest is gravy. That brings the most $$$ anyway when all the paperwork is there. Having said that, if I actually HAD one, I'd trade it in a heartbeat for a 71/72 K20.

Longhorns are an acquired taste, folks either seem to love em or view them as an anomaly (I fall into the first group).

A 72 Custom Deluxe Custom Camper (note, Camper Specials are a 73+ thing, even if your SPID happens to say "Special Camper" as some do - Z81 is technically a "Custom Camper" between 65 and 72). Show us your SPID when you get a chance. Are any of your options YG6,7, or 8? A lot of C20 Custom Deluxes seemed to be the recipient of the ol plaid groupon as it brought a grouping of upgrades, including the plaid seat, for a group package price. Just curious - I've had one also, sold it recently, it was a good one, kinda miss it! Anyway, share some pics when you can. A 72 C20 Custom Camper is indeed a desirable 2WD truck.

Thanks jocko! Here is a picture of mine

Coley · 08-27-2018, 11:13 AM

I think if you were to find an unmolested, high option '71/'72 Blazer or GMC Jimmy...I think that would be a seriously rare and sought after vehicle.
They were much fewer produced than the pickups and like most 4wd vehicles the ones that were out there were often beat to death.

As well, I think the days of the swb trucks being high value is slowing down.
The reason being the new endless trend of easily shortening trucks from the lwb to the swb has caused the value and the uniqueness of the swb trucks to drop.
Given how many people have done it and it seems to get easier by the day....I don't think people will pay as much for them anymore...why bother?
You can buy a really nice truck and over a weekend or two...get your own swb.

All good
Coley

Ekliptix · 08-27-2018, 11:33 AM

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Originally Posted by truckster

The rarest of the bunch is going to be a factory 2wd Blazer. People who are looking for them are willing to pay a premium.

Better get one of each.

. 1970 2wd blazer (road trip thread) is an investment. The C10, never gonna sell.

cypressbog · 08-27-2018, 03:31 PM

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Originally Posted by 71blksuper4x4

most desirable 2wd....hands down would be swb big block trucks, especially high optioned cst’s, cheyenne’s, and cheyenne super’s.

^^^ this!

demian5 · 08-27-2018, 05:01 PM

The most desirable one is the one that makes you feel warm inside. It could be a rust bucket or a pro touring monster, but its what makes you desire it that makes it the most desirable...

**Already Gone** · 08-27-2018, 08:44 PM

I think the unmolested originals , especially if they are highly optioned with the options like the A/C intact and the buckets/console still in it, are the most desireable and usually sell fairly quickly if priced properly..

**special-K** · 08-27-2018, 08:49 PM

Dumb question. The answer is all of them

**Steeveedee** · 08-27-2018, 08:50 PM

Mine. Everything is there, and works (but the AC, which needs a little help) and it was free.

VWNate1 · 08-28-2018, 12:12 AM

Because what ever floats your boat may not do it for others .

I see so many younger guys who listen to others then purchase and are never really satisfied .

mike16 · 08-29-2018, 12:41 AM

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Originally Posted by truckster

The rarest of the bunch is going to be a factory 2wd Blazer. People who are looking for them are willing to pay a premium.

there is one in Tombstone AZ. it is a 307/three on the column and has a black fiberglass roof

the one Most desirable to me is my 68K20 with only 12400 miles on it

**georgieb51** · 08-29-2018, 12:30 PM

Some of the most desirable to me would be finding one of the many trucks I owned 20-30 years ago, especially if they were in the same condition as when I sold them and if I could buy them back for what i sold them for! 20/20 hindsight! But I gotta agree with Special-K, I find them all desirable.

GASoline71 · 08-29-2018, 01:21 PM

To me... C20's and C25's are parts trucks.

Gary

bill3rail · 08-29-2018, 02:27 PM

Personally, I think my truck is the most desirable. Nothing gets me going like cruising along Ocean Parkway from Jones Beach Field 1 to Oak Beach. Although the road is concrete with joints every 30 feet, it is still a great cruise!

Whatever floats your boat!

Bill

08-26-2018, 10:12 PM	#1
jradford Registered User Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: gilmer tx Posts: 75	Desirable Trucks What are in ya'll's opinion the most desirable 2 drive wheel trucks? I have a 72 Special Camper Custom Deluxe with a ton of options. Are the Longhorns the most desirable? Just curious what ya'll like the best. I know some are really purists and love the plain jane 6 cylinder daily drivers. Attached Images Last edited by jradford; 08-29-2018 at 11:16 PM.

08-26-2018, 10:15 PM	#2
71blksuper4x4 SWB 4x4 Collector Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Osage City, KS Posts: 5,156	Re: Desirable Trucks Most desirable 2wd....hands down would be swb big block trucks, especially high optioned CST’s, Cheyenne’s, and Cheyenne Super’s. __________________ TREVOR 1970 CST swb 4x4 (speedwarning,cruise,tilt,tach,8track, original red shoulder belts,tow hooks) 1972 Jimmy (soon to be Hickey cloned) 1971 Cheyenne Super 4x4 swb (tilt,tach,buckets, original blue shoulder belts,am/fm,cruise,tow hooks, dealer 8 track) 1972 Cheyenne Super K20 4x4 Custom Camper (tilt, tach, am/fm, tow hooks, bed toolbox, aux gas tank 1972 Cheyenne Super Crew Cab K30 4x4 Duramax, Allison, np205, buckets, tow hooks (CURRENT PROJECT) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=624819 1989 V3500 Crew Cab (454tbi, NV4500, np205) 1970 Chevelle SS (LS5 454,th400,8track,buckets,tach) :2004 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (daily driver) WTB: 1968-70 Cruise Control Lever

08-26-2018, 10:16 PM	#3
57taskforce All about them K’s Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Land of Entrapment Posts: 6,485	Re: Desirable Trucks Any highly optioned K20/25 is top dog in my list...well any K20/25 in general. __________________ Tyler '57 3100 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=813888 '72 K20 Cheyenne: 5” lift, 35’s, front dana 60 blah blah blah… http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=662879 ‘69 K10 SWB: 4” lift 33”s… in a million pieces http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=805206 '98 Silverado LT K2500HD ECLB Vortec 454/4l80E: 6" lift 35x12.5x20’s

08-26-2018, 10:32 PM	#6
Red71gmc Registered User Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Brookston, In Posts: 482	Re: Desirable Trucks I have a thing for the highly optioned trucks. And if I may say GMC. Reason being most around here at that time were not highly optioned and a treat to see even then. The GMC thing comes from the fact we had several dealers then and those where just as common.

08-26-2018, 10:50 PM	#7
Greasey Harley Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: Post Falls, ID Posts: 898	Re: Desirable Trucks Anything that hasn't been beaten, bashed, rusted out, patched, Bondo'd or spray painted. Short beds get extra points.

08-26-2018, 10:52 PM	#8
jocko Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Godley, TX Posts: 17,975	Re: Desirable Trucks 71/72 C10 swb Cheyenne Super big block with buckets. The rest is gravy. That brings the most $$$ anyway when all the paperwork is there. Having said that, if I actually HAD one, I'd trade it in a heartbeat for a 71/72 K20. Longhorns are an acquired taste, folks either seem to love em or view them as an anomaly (I fall into the first group). A 72 Custom Deluxe Custom Camper (note, Camper Specials are a 73+ thing, even if your SPID happens to say "Special Camper" as some do - Z81 is technically a "Custom Camper" between 65 and 72). Show us your SPID when you get a chance. Are any of your options YG6,7, or 8? A lot of C20 Custom Deluxes seemed to be the recipient of the ol plaid groupon as it brought a grouping of upgrades, including the plaid seat, for a group package price. Just curious - I've had one also, sold it recently, it was a good one, kinda miss it! Anyway, share some pics when you can. A 72 C20 Custom Camper is indeed a desirable 2WD truck.

08-26-2018, 10:54 PM	#9
Ekliptix Registered User Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Calgary, Alberta Posts: 683	Re: Desirable Trucks As 71blksuper4x4 said, in terms of 2WD, short box, big block, lots of options, original, lots of paperwork/documentation, original paint. I'm trying to recreate such a truck with my Cheyenne Super by adding a 402. Buckets are not in the plan unless I stumble across a set.

08-26-2018, 11:26 PM	#10
truckster Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Orem, Utah Posts: 7,976	Re: Desirable Trucks The rarest of the bunch is going to be a factory 2wd Blazer. People who are looking for them are willing to pay a premium. __________________ I have sworn upon the altar of God, eternal hostility against every form of tyranny over the mind of man. - Thomas Jefferson

08-27-2018, 10:00 AM	#11
jocko Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Godley, TX Posts: 17,975	Re: Desirable Trucks Yes good point, indeed rare, but it’s a rather small crowd that is looking for 2WD Blazers. It’s a bit of a cult thing - kinda like we of the Custom Camper crowd.

08-27-2018, 10:19 AM	#12
don t. - 72gmc Registered User Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: harvard, il. USA Posts: 394	Re: Desirable Trucks JMHO..... Survivors, unmolested rust free (or as close as possible), original paint. To me, makes no difference if a 6 banger w/a 3 OTT to full option big block. To me, makes no difference if fleet or step side. I prefer GMC over a Chevy but if a good one came along, I'd have no problem buying either. Have fun...don t.

08-27-2018, 11:13 AM	#14
Coley Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Victoria, B.C Posts: 3,794	Re: Desirable Trucks I think if you were to find an unmolested, high option '71/'72 Blazer or GMC Jimmy...I think that would be a seriously rare and sought after vehicle. They were much fewer produced than the pickups and like most 4wd vehicles the ones that were out there were often beat to death. As well, I think the days of the swb trucks being high value is slowing down. The reason being the new endless trend of easily shortening trucks from the lwb to the swb has caused the value and the uniqueness of the swb trucks to drop. Given how many people have done it and it seems to get easier by the day....I don't think people will pay as much for them anymore...why bother? You can buy a really nice truck and over a weekend or two...get your own swb. All good Coley __________________ ....for some men, there is experience, skill and effort....for the others...there is visa and UPS LOL 1966 Chevy 1/2 ton (Florida- Red/white) 1972 Chevy 1/2 ton (California- Blue/white) 2005 Chevy Silverado HD2500/Duramax 2000 Dodge Ram 1500

08-27-2018, 05:01 PM	#17
demian5 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Lake Forest, CA Posts: 2,177	Re: Desirable Trucks The most desirable one is the one that makes you feel warm inside. It could be a rust bucket or a pro touring monster, but its what makes you desire it that makes it the most desirable... __________________ "Work hard, use your vacation days." 1970 C15 GMC Long Bed 1986 C20 Scottsdale 1983 K2500 Sierra Classic Suburban 6.2 Instagram: C10sofOC

08-27-2018, 08:44 PM	#18
Already Gone 70+ ( Old Skool Club ) Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan ,Canada Posts: 9,143	Re: Desirable Trucks I think the unmolested originals , especially if they are highly optioned with the options like the A/C intact and the buckets/console still in it, are the most desireable and usually sell fairly quickly if priced properly.. __________________ 1972 C10 Custom/Deluxe 613 Highlander 406/700R4 1999 White Tahoe LS 4x2 with Z56 Police Package 1992 K1500 GMC Suburban Members I have personally met: MusicMan70 - HeavyD - ChewyChevy67 - StingRay -71SWB4x4 - 67 Burb - DeadheadNM - too much stuff - bc65 - das601 " Circumsatances Do Not Change Responsibility " " The Sky is not the Limit, Your Mind is." Marilyn Monroe .. RIP Charlie Watts 1941 - 2021

08-27-2018, 08:49 PM	#19
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Desirable Trucks Dumb question. The answer is all of them __________________ "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; 08-28-2018 at 07:52 AM.

08-27-2018, 08:50 PM	#20
Steeveedee Who Changed This? Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Simi Valley, CA Posts: 10,673	Re: Desirable Trucks Mine. Everything is there, and works (but the AC, which needs a little help) and it was free. __________________ ~Steven '70 Chevy 3/4T Longhorn CST 402/400/3.56 Custom Camper Simi Valley, CA



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08-28-2018, 12:12 AM	#21
VWNate1 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: So. Cali. Posts: 2,664	-NOT- 'dumb question' !! Because what ever floats your boat may not do it for others . I see so many younger guys who listen to others then purchase and are never really satisfied . __________________ -Nate Geezer '49 3100 235 W/ Muncie SM420 SOLD '69 C/10 shortbed sidemount survivor 250 L6 W/ 350TH Last edited by VWNate1; 08-29-2018 at 09:06 AM.

08-29-2018, 12:30 PM	#23
georgieb51 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: cooperstown. ny Posts: 1,590	Re: Desirable Trucks Some of the most desirable to me would be finding one of the many trucks I owned 20-30 years ago, especially if they were in the same condition as when I sold them and if I could buy them back for what i sold them for! 20/20 hindsight! But I gotta agree with Special-K, I find them all desirable. __________________ 1972 Chevy Custom Deluxe Highlander, owned 34 years. 1970 GMC Sierra Grande 2500, unrestored, original. 1970 Chevy K10 Short Wide-bed, working on restoration.. 1967 Chevy K10 Short Stepside, unrestored original. 1969 GMC CST (Longhorn) 396, buckets, unrestored. 1995 GMC K2500, 65,000 miles, 454.

08-29-2018, 02:27 PM	#25
bill3rail Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: LI, NY 11801 Posts: 1,140	Re: Desirable Trucks Personally, I think my truck is the most desirable. Nothing gets me going like cruising along Ocean Parkway from Jones Beach Field 1 to Oak Beach. Although the road is concrete with joints every 30 feet, it is still a great cruise! Whatever floats your boat! Bill __________________ 1970 C10 8' Fleetside, L6 250, 3 on the Tree. The most basic of pickup trucks!

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