K20, tell me this is a good deal - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

griesel72 · 10-11-2008, 09:28 AM

i have to oppourtunity to buy this truck (without the flat bed or wheels and tires) from a friend of mine. It has all of the usual options, 4 speed, basic Custom 20. It is a 1971, but has the 70 grille. It has a little rust under the battery, but other than that it is in great shape. Tell me this is under the money at $1500

thanks
David

DieselEater · 10-11-2008, 09:50 AM

Figure wheels and tires are gonna cost you at least 800.00. And a descent bed around 500.00. That puts you around 2800.00.

How do you feel now?

Looks clean and straight though. What engine?

A.......

**special-K** · 10-11-2008, 10:06 AM

That`s not bad.

msgross · 10-11-2008, 10:20 AM

Not bad but what is he replacing the wheels with? I think it will cost more than $500 to find a good bed and tailgate...

Offer him $2500 as it is and see what he thinks...

72BlckButy · 10-11-2008, 10:22 AM

$1500 doesn't sound like to bad of a deal to me, I'd go for it!

**88JRFAN** · 10-11-2008, 12:37 PM

I'd go for it. Still can't beat a truck in that good of shape for the money.

griesel72 · 10-11-2008, 12:46 PM

i guess i should fill in the blanks, It has a 350 with power options, no ac, he is putting the regular steel wheels and cross tread tires that aren't too bad back on it. I am a welding teacher by trade, so i figured i would just build another stinger bed for it (which i should be able to build for about 1000 in metal and 500 for the hydralics)

am i too far off??
David

jeffspower · 10-11-2008, 12:53 PM

Might be a good deal- if there isn't mechanical reasons why he wants to get rid of it. I'm guessing if you bought it, it would get another flatbed? If so, and the bed it has suits you, I'd offer him every bit of what it is worth with the bed so you don't have to hassle with it, & he can go buy another one.

As for the wheels, I don't like them on the old rigs anyway. I'd put a set of '88- '98 wheels with rings & caps on it. Cheap & easy to find.

jrdv · 10-11-2008, 01:10 PM

I would buy! As a matter of fact, if you don't take it, let me know.

john

Shaffer4 · 10-11-2008, 04:44 PM

Well, I paided $1000 for this:

(mind you it has 4:56 Gears Detroit Lockers front and rear Newish 4" lift....)

That for $1500 sans bed would be a steal.

Husker · 10-11-2008, 06:34 PM

Id buy it, A set of ralley wheels with tires you can pick up at decent price. Beds aren't that rare. Keep an eye on Craigslist.
Ron

earl87gta · 10-11-2008, 07:58 PM

I think its a good deal.

Jtrux · 10-11-2008, 10:56 PM

Yep good deal, you bought it right??

muscletrucks · 10-12-2008, 12:24 AM

Defiantly worth it.

**Yukon Jack** · 10-12-2008, 10:55 AM

If it really is that rust free, then yes, I agree it is a good price. Plus now you have a good excuse to spend some quality time with it building a custom bed!

chipflyer · 10-12-2008, 11:04 AM

For around here that is not to bad.

Jeff

10-11-2008, 09:28 AM	#1
griesel72 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Howard, Kansas USA Posts: 1,997	K20, tell me this is a good deal i have to oppourtunity to buy this truck (without the flat bed or wheels and tires) from a friend of mine. It has all of the usual options, 4 speed, basic Custom 20. It is a 1971, but has the 70 grille. It has a little rust under the battery, but other than that it is in great shape. Tell me this is under the money at $1500 thanks David Attached Images __________________ 1969 K10 Custom 10 1997 Z71 2006 Volkswagen Jetta TDI 2006 King Ranch 1980 Wife

10-11-2008, 09:50 AM	#2
DieselEater Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Trinidad, Colorado Posts: 642	Re: K20, tell me this is a good deal Figure wheels and tires are gonna cost you at least 800.00. And a descent bed around 500.00. That puts you around 2800.00. How do you feel now? Looks clean and straight though. What engine? A....... __________________ 69' 3/4 4X4 470ci BBC 700 HP.... D60/14bolt 205/465 http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm...ndid=127691959

10-11-2008, 10:06 AM	#3
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: K20, tell me this is a good deal That`s not bad. __________________ "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 ~

10-11-2008, 10:20 AM	#4
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: K20, tell me this is a good deal Not bad but what is he replacing the wheels with? I think it will cost more than $500 to find a good bed and tailgate... Offer him $2500 as it is and see what he thinks... __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

10-11-2008, 10:22 AM	#5
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: K20, tell me this is a good deal $1500 doesn't sound like to bad of a deal to me, I'd go for it! __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

10-11-2008, 12:37 PM	#6
88JRFAN LET'S GO RACIN' Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: SALINA,KS Posts: 1,212	Re: K20, tell me this is a good deal I'd go for it. Still can't beat a truck in that good of shape for the money. __________________ Daren 04 Chevy Extend cab 2500HD 6.0 Liter 4x4 71 CHEVY 3/4 4X4 402 BB, th400/np205, dana44/eaton ho52 w/4:10-TOY Rip El Jay RIP BOBBO'S MOM

10-11-2008, 12:46 PM	#7
griesel72 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Howard, Kansas USA Posts: 1,997	Re: K20, tell me this is a good deal i guess i should fill in the blanks, It has a 350 with power options, no ac, he is putting the regular steel wheels and cross tread tires that aren't too bad back on it. I am a welding teacher by trade, so i figured i would just build another stinger bed for it (which i should be able to build for about 1000 in metal and 500 for the hydralics) am i too far off?? David __________________ 1969 K10 Custom 10 1997 Z71 2006 Volkswagen Jetta TDI 2006 King Ranch 1980 Wife

10-11-2008, 12:53 PM	#8
jeffspower Well, Whoop-dee-do! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Easton, Mo. pop.- me & scarcely a few others Posts: 2,302	Re: K20, tell me this is a good deal Might be a good deal- if there isn't mechanical reasons why he wants to get rid of it. I'm guessing if you bought it, it would get another flatbed? If so, and the bed it has suits you, I'd offer him every bit of what it is worth with the bed so you don't have to hassle with it, & he can go buy another one. As for the wheels, I don't like them on the old rigs anyway. I'd put a set of '88- '98 wheels with rings & caps on it. Cheap & easy to find. __________________ '68 GMC shortbox 4x4 350/SM465/T221- bought it in '83 SOLD '72 K20 500 Cad/TH400/NP205 SOLD '92 Chevy 2500 6.5 mech TD 4L80E crusty daily driver '72 Monte Carlo... sweet low mile toy '11 Dodge Challenger IE 392 6spd... midlife car

10-11-2008, 01:10 PM	#9
jrdv Registered User Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: new mexico Posts: 948	Re: K20, tell me this is a good deal I would buy! As a matter of fact, if you don't take it, let me know. john __________________ 1972 3/4T 4x4 Chevrolet (383) 1971 c-10 SWB (400 sb) 1972 4x4 Blazer 1969 SWB 4x4 GMC Projects: 1972 stepside 4x4 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=280132 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=285952 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=553672 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=522704

10-11-2008, 04:44 PM	#10
Shaffer4 Strange Cousin From The West.. Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Walla Walla, Wa Posts: 248	Re: K20, tell me this is a good deal Well, I paided $1000 for this: (mind you it has 4:56 Gears Detroit Lockers front and rear Newish 4" lift....) That for $1500 sans bed would be a steal. Last edited by Shaffer4; 10-11-2008 at 04:44 PM.

10-11-2008, 06:34 PM	#11
Husker Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Mid NE USA Posts: 2,212	Re: K20, tell me this is a good deal Id buy it, A set of ralley wheels with tires you can pick up at decent price. Beds aren't that rare. Keep an eye on Craigslist. Ron __________________ Member #111 68 C-10 Daily Driver 70 4x4 Project 76 Jeep CJ-5 Help Support the Board: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php He who knows nothing is closer to the truth than he whose mind is filled with falsehoods and errors. Thomas Jefferson

10-11-2008, 07:58 PM	#12
earl87gta Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Kingsport TN Posts: 4,641	Re: K20, tell me this is a good deal I think its a good deal. __________________ Earl 68 2500 4x4 GMC Burb

10-11-2008, 10:56 PM	#13
Jtrux I'm a poor spectator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: San Antonio, Tx Posts: 2,287	Re: K20, tell me this is a good deal Yep good deal, you bought it right?? __________________ 2006 Jeep Unlimited IMPACT ORANGE 1993 Chevy 2500 4x4 ExCab LWB 454/NV4500 Tow rig 1977 Ford F100 2x4 LWB 1st truck I owned, still have it!!! 1979 Ford F150 4x4 SWB Built Ford Tough!!! 1971 Chevy Blazer 350 / SM465 / NP205 UNDER CONSTRUCTION Soon to have a LQ4 6.0!!!

10-12-2008, 12:24 AM	#14
muscletrucks Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Kansas City Posts: 431	Re: K20, tell me this is a good deal Defiantly worth it. __________________ 1972 GMC Sierra Grande 3/4 Ton 4x4 1970 Mercury Cougar XR7 1943 Farmall M

10-12-2008, 10:55 AM	#15
Yukon Jack Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Rose Hill, KS, USA Posts: 12,686	Re: K20, tell me this is a good deal If it really is that rust free, then yes, I agree it is a good price. Plus now you have a good excuse to spend some quality time with it building a custom bed! __________________ 1970 Blazer with a 400 sbc and 4" lift 1980 Pontiac Trans Am, 455 Oldsmobile 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14



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10-12-2008, 11:04 AM	#16
chipflyer Registered User Join Date: May 2004 Location: Topeka, Ks Posts: 2,293	Re: K20, tell me this is a good deal For around here that is not to bad. Jeff __________________ I'm not a pessimist, I'm just optimistic that bad things are going to happen. 1971 Cheyenne Super K10 - tilt, cruise, air, am/fm, tow hooks, factory buckets! 1986 Jeep J10 pickup, - 5.3L Vortec with 4L60e and NP241.

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