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Swifty · 10-10-2008, 10:33 PM

I've already purchased my S10 frame (thanks Barry) and i've been searching for a decent body. I got on craigslist tonight and i think i've found a local one! I called the guy and he wasn't much of a talker and he seemed country as ever. I asked him what he is trying to get out of it and he said $1,500. Its 100% stock and its straight 6 was running last year. I haven't seen it yet but i'm going to check it out tomorrow. From talking with him this truck might be a low budget Patina build for the time being until i'm able to fully get into it. I'll bring my camera and post pics of it this weekend to see what you guys think. I'm thinking of offering him $800 (the wifey is going to hate me for this

) and go from there.

Funeral · 10-12-2008, 07:36 PM

any pics yet?

Swifty · 10-12-2008, 09:48 PM

i didn't get a chance today but tomorrow afternoon i'm going to make a small trip to go check it out. I'm slowly begging the wifey to let me get it.

BlueBowtie · 10-14-2008, 12:26 AM

Not to threadjack, I'm just new here. Swifty, just noticed your in the panhandle, I'm in Panama City. Just thought I'd say whats up.

Swifty · 10-14-2008, 06:07 PM

No worries about thread jacking. Thanks for saying hey. did you build your truck?

I went and looked at the truck and took pics. I like it but i brought the wifey aka my wallet & P.O. with me and you guys know how that goes. I'll get some pics up tonight and see what you guys think.

BlueBowtie · 10-14-2008, 10:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Swifty

No worries about thread jacking. Thanks for saying hey. did you build your truck?
I went and looked at the truck and took pics. I like it but i brought the wifey aka my wallet & P.O. with me and you guys know how that goes. I'll get some pics up tonight and see what you guys think.

Yes sir, well, me and my dad did. If you don't mind me asking, where is the truck you're looking at?

Swifty · 10-14-2008, 10:41 PM

Like mentioned above, i already have the frame and i was planning on building it literally peice by piece but if i do find a decent body i'm going to try and pick it up. The truck i looked at is in Milton, FL. when i get off work i'll post some pics up.

Swifty · 10-15-2008, 02:37 AM

What do you think guys? He wants $1,500 and he "said" it ran last year. i'm thinking it might be worth about $700....?

72BlckButy · 10-15-2008, 02:40 PM

Love the Patina!!!!!

slimneverdies · 10-24-2008, 02:22 AM

If I could have found one just like this I would be just looking to change the chassis with drivetrain only. That pantina is what I wanted originally,but when the body needs work and there's holes everywhere you have to do a body rebuild. You cant have half new body panels and half pantina IMO.

Swifty · 10-24-2008, 02:26 AM

if i do get this truck i won't be touching the exterior except for manditory patching.

slimneverdies · 10-24-2008, 02:30 AM

Damn, dam, dam!!! Some guys just get lucky. The rest of us have to make magic

Daniel U · 10-24-2008, 10:58 AM

Is it a '54 or '55 1st series? The cab corner windows are nice(AKA "Nu Vue"). Short beds are usually more desireable. I paid $1200 for my 5 window '54 longbed and drove it home. After a carb re-build, I drove it for another 2 years before getting a new daily driver. What are you planning on using the truck for after the chassis and drivetrain?

Swifty · 10-24-2008, 12:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Daniel U

What are you planning on using the truck for after the chassis and drivetrain?

The plan is to use it as a daily driver. Something decent on gas & comfortable to drive.

Daniel U · 10-24-2008, 12:36 PM

I'd suggest replacing the stock door latches and upgrading at least the front brakes to a 10"+ rotor. Is there an issue with the hood latch? What will it take to get it running? Ask him if he has the '54 hood emblem as they aren't made anymore. Just my .02

Swifty · 10-24-2008, 05:16 PM

The guy doesn't care about the truck. he just wants the money and wants it gone. He "said" he had it running last year. I don't remember if the hood latch is good or not.

Daniel U · 10-25-2008, 11:56 AM

Before you drive it home make sure the latch is secure. I made that mistake once with another ride. It rippled my hood/roof and shattered my windshled.

10-10-2008, 10:33 PM	#1
Swifty Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: East WA Posts: 243	Think i've found me a truck! I've already purchased my S10 frame (thanks Barry) and i've been searching for a decent body. I got on craigslist tonight and i think i've found a local one! I called the guy and he wasn't much of a talker and he seemed country as ever. I asked him what he is trying to get out of it and he said $1,500. Its 100% stock and its straight 6 was running last year. I haven't seen it yet but i'm going to check it out tomorrow. From talking with him this truck might be a low budget Patina build for the time being until i'm able to fully get into it. I'll bring my camera and post pics of it this weekend to see what you guys think. I'm thinking of offering him $800 (the wifey is going to hate me for this ) and go from there.

10-12-2008, 07:36 PM	#2
Funeral Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Ocean Springs, MS Posts: 117	Re: Think i've found me a truck! any pics yet?

10-12-2008, 09:48 PM	#3
Swifty Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: East WA Posts: 243	Re: Think i've found me a truck! i didn't get a chance today but tomorrow afternoon i'm going to make a small trip to go check it out. I'm slowly begging the wifey to let me get it.

10-14-2008, 12:26 AM	#4
BlueBowtie Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Panama City, FL Posts: 36	Re: Think i've found me a truck! Not to threadjack, I'm just new here. Swifty, just noticed your in the panhandle, I'm in Panama City. Just thought I'd say whats up.

10-14-2008, 06:07 PM	#5
Swifty Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: East WA Posts: 243	Re: Think i've found me a truck! No worries about thread jacking. Thanks for saying hey. did you build your truck? I went and looked at the truck and took pics. I like it but i brought the wifey aka my wallet & P.O. with me and you guys know how that goes. I'll get some pics up tonight and see what you guys think.

10-14-2008, 10:41 PM	#7
Swifty Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: East WA Posts: 243	Re: Think i've found me a truck! Like mentioned above, i already have the frame and i was planning on building it literally peice by piece but if i do find a decent body i'm going to try and pick it up. The truck i looked at is in Milton, FL. when i get off work i'll post some pics up.

10-15-2008, 02:37 AM	#8
Swifty Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: East WA Posts: 243	Re: Think i've found me a truck! What do you think guys? He wants $1,500 and he "said" it ran last year. i'm thinking it might be worth about $700....?

10-15-2008, 02:40 PM	#9
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Think i've found me a truck! Love the Patina!!!!! __________________ -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)

10-24-2008, 02:22 AM	#10
slimneverdies Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Miami now in Vegas Posts: 828	Re: Think i've found me a truck! If I could have found one just like this I would be just looking to change the chassis with drivetrain only. That pantina is what I wanted originally,but when the body needs work and there's holes everywhere you have to do a body rebuild. You cant have half new body panels and half pantina IMO. __________________ Long live SLIM ------------------ At least try to buy American

10-24-2008, 02:26 AM	#11
Swifty Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: East WA Posts: 243	Re: Think i've found me a truck! if i do get this truck i won't be touching the exterior except for manditory patching.

10-24-2008, 02:30 AM	#12
slimneverdies Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Miami now in Vegas Posts: 828	Re: Think i've found me a truck! Damn, dam, dam!!! Some guys just get lucky. The rest of us have to make magic __________________ Long live SLIM ------------------ At least try to buy American Last edited by slimneverdies; 10-24-2008 at 02:31 AM.

10-24-2008, 10:58 AM	#13
Daniel U Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Central Coast, CA. Posts: 1,202	Re: Think i've found me a truck! Is it a '54 or '55 1st series? The cab corner windows are nice(AKA "Nu Vue"). Short beds are usually more desireable. I paid $1200 for my 5 window '54 longbed and drove it home. After a carb re-build, I drove it for another 2 years before getting a new daily driver. What are you planning on using the truck for after the chassis and drivetrain? __________________ Mom's 1954 (TBI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10) 5 Chevrolet window 3/4 ton long bed Pick up build thread ->http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=228674 My 1954 (TPI 5.7/700R4/10 bolt 3:73) Chevrolet 5 window 1/2 ton short bed Pick up build thread->http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...3&goto=newpost 1960 (400/T350/?) Apache 10 short/fleet side-big window 1973 (TPI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10 w DANA 60 front) Chevrolet Cheyenne 4X4 2013 (Vortec 5.3/6-speed 6L90 automatic) Sierra LT CREW CAB Doing my part to warm the globe

10-24-2008, 12:36 PM	#15
Daniel U Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Central Coast, CA. Posts: 1,202	Re: Think i've found me a truck! I'd suggest replacing the stock door latches and upgrading at least the front brakes to a 10"+ rotor. Is there an issue with the hood latch? What will it take to get it running? Ask him if he has the '54 hood emblem as they aren't made anymore. Just my .02 __________________ Mom's 1954 (TBI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10) 5 Chevrolet window 3/4 ton long bed Pick up build thread ->http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=228674 My 1954 (TPI 5.7/700R4/10 bolt 3:73) Chevrolet 5 window 1/2 ton short bed Pick up build thread->http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...3&goto=newpost 1960 (400/T350/?) Apache 10 short/fleet side-big window 1973 (TPI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10 w DANA 60 front) Chevrolet Cheyenne 4X4 2013 (Vortec 5.3/6-speed 6L90 automatic) Sierra LT CREW CAB Doing my part to warm the globe Last edited by Daniel U; 10-24-2008 at 12:38 PM.

10-24-2008, 05:16 PM	#16
Swifty Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: East WA Posts: 243	Re: Think i've found me a truck! The guy doesn't care about the truck. he just wants the money and wants it gone. He "said" he had it running last year. I don't remember if the hood latch is good or not.

10-25-2008, 11:56 AM	#17
Daniel U Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Central Coast, CA. Posts: 1,202	Re: Think i've found me a truck! Before you drive it home make sure the latch is secure. I made that mistake once with another ride. It rippled my hood/roof and shattered my windshled. __________________ Mom's 1954 (TBI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10) 5 Chevrolet window 3/4 ton long bed Pick up build thread ->http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=228674 My 1954 (TPI 5.7/700R4/10 bolt 3:73) Chevrolet 5 window 1/2 ton short bed Pick up build thread->http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...3&goto=newpost 1960 (400/T350/?) Apache 10 short/fleet side-big window 1973 (TPI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10 w DANA 60 front) Chevrolet Cheyenne 4X4 2013 (Vortec 5.3/6-speed 6L90 automatic) Sierra LT CREW CAB Doing my part to warm the globe



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