Buying a 1961 Chevy long stepside - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

61OldSkool · 08-18-2009, 06:26 PM

Hello my name is Henry and im new to this forum. I have a chance to buy a 1961 chevy long stepside with a rebuilt 350 and transmissin. I wanted to know if this sounds like a good deal for $1500.

daverod · 08-18-2009, 06:32 PM

What's the guys number? I'll go check it out.

Maybe he'll take $1000.

It's hard to say. What kinda condition is the metal in? If it runs good see if he'll take less. If not, I would still buy it. That's just me I can't pass up a truck.

19GMC63 · 08-18-2009, 06:34 PM

pics would be nice.

**aerotruk63** · 08-18-2009, 06:38 PM

There is a thread created by Wongeroo that details on what to look for when buying a 60-66. Maybe you would like to read this first. K these trucks new sold for around $2500.00 new at the time for a base model. Take some pictures of the truck and show it to the members so they can help you make a better decision.

daverod · 08-18-2009, 07:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by aerotruk63

There is a thread created by Wongeroo that details on what to look for when buying a 60-66. Maybe you would like to read this first. K these trucks new sold for around $2500.00 new at the time for a base model. Take some pictures of the truck and show it to the members so they can help you make a better decision.

Link does'nt work

61OldSkool · 08-19-2009, 01:31 AM

The metal isnt that bad, a couple dents and minimal rust. I will try to get a picture up soon. But I've been thinking about it and I think im going to take it.

61OldSkool · 08-19-2009, 01:37 AM

The person im buying it from was going to sell it to someone in L.A. for $2500. But, she is a family friend and knew I wanted a truck and said I can have it for $1500. She also said some one was willing to pay her $1000 just for the engine but she wanted the entire thing gone. I will try to post a pic soon.

daverod · 08-19-2009, 08:40 AM

Read this before you go.

http://www.stovebolt.com/techtips/bu...uide_60_66.htm

MacAttack · 08-19-2009, 10:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 61OldSkool

But, she is a family friend and knew I wanted a truck and said I can have it for $1500.

First of all - WELCOME to the forum. Second, it's really hard to go wrong for that price, unless rust has really destroyed the frame and a bunch of running gear is broken or missing. If you get some photos - get down under the rig and look around for major disintegration or damage.

If you want it - buy it, or you may be kicking your own butt later on - if you miss it.

You've come to the right place for build advice - all it takes is cash and courage.

Mac.

08-18-2009, 06:26 PM	#1
61OldSkool Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: santa barbara CA Posts: 9	Buying a 1961 Chevy long stepside Hello my name is Henry and im new to this forum. I have a chance to buy a 1961 chevy long stepside with a rebuilt 350 and transmissin. I wanted to know if this sounds like a good deal for $1500.

08-18-2009, 06:32 PM	#2
daverod SSN 706 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Pocatello Idaho Posts: 3,821	Re: Buying a 1961 Chevy long stepside What's the guys number? I'll go check it out. Maybe he'll take $1000. It's hard to say. What kinda condition is the metal in? If it runs good see if he'll take less. If not, I would still buy it. That's just me I can't pass up a truck. __________________ Daverods 64 C10 Daily driver 292 3 speed "Driver" Daverods 66 Build C10 Bags 350/350(On Hold) Daverods 52 Build 3100 S10 chassis,Bags, 350/700r4 "Click it" Last edited by daverod; 08-18-2009 at 06:35 PM.

08-18-2009, 06:34 PM	#3
19GMC63 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 1,510	Re: Buying a 1961 Chevy long stepside pics would be nice.

08-18-2009, 06:38 PM	#4
aerotruk63 Check The Champ, Demonstrator Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Montreal,Quebec Posts: 6,627	Re: Buying a 1961 Chevy long stepside There is a thread created by Wongeroo that details on what to look for when buying a 60-66. Maybe you would like to read this first. K these trucks new sold for around $2500.00 new at the time for a base model. Take some pictures of the truck and show it to the members so they can help you make a better decision. __________________ 1963 *Chevrolet Truck* Literature LINK: https://picasaweb.google.com/113840717762774560215 YouTube Channel with 20+ Original *Chevrolet Truck* Salesmen, Mechanics & Service Department Training Slideshows. https://www.youtube.com/results?sear...otruk63&page=1

08-19-2009, 01:31 AM	#6
61OldSkool Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: santa barbara CA Posts: 9	Re: Buying a 1961 Chevy long stepside The metal isnt that bad, a couple dents and minimal rust. I will try to get a picture up soon. But I've been thinking about it and I think im going to take it.

08-19-2009, 01:37 AM	#7
61OldSkool Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: santa barbara CA Posts: 9	Re: Buying a 1961 Chevy long stepside The person im buying it from was going to sell it to someone in L.A. for $2500. But, she is a family friend and knew I wanted a truck and said I can have it for $1500. She also said some one was willing to pay her $1000 just for the engine but she wanted the entire thing gone. I will try to post a pic soon.

08-19-2009, 08:40 AM	#8
daverod SSN 706 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Pocatello Idaho Posts: 3,821	Re: Buying a 1961 Chevy long stepside Read this before you go. http://www.stovebolt.com/techtips/bu...uide_60_66.htm __________________ Daverods 64 C10 Daily driver 292 3 speed "Driver" Daverods 66 Build C10 Bags 350/350(On Hold) Daverods 52 Build 3100 S10 chassis,Bags, 350/700r4 "Click it"

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