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*screamin_c102* · 08-10-2005, 06:58 PM

I just ran across a '73 C20 PS TH400 Auto and Hee Hee a freshly rebuilt 454

The truck has 120,000 documented miles and the trans was gone through about 15,000 ago, It also has all new brakes Chrome 16" wheels and 80 percent tread tires. The original owner was asking $1200 but he will take $800 because he needs to get rid of it and likes what I have done with Screamin' and my 74 C20.

I figure put the big block and TH400 in Screamin' then toss the SBC and TH350 into this '73 C20 so its still usable.

Any thoughts, whats a good 454 and TH400 worth? any problems with the '73 vintage 454s?

Unfortunately I don't have pics at this time but it really is nothing to look at.

**N2TRUX** · 08-10-2005, 07:23 PM

If the motor and transmission are solid then you have a smoking deal. Buy the truck and part out what you don't need. You might actually make a profit off of the deal....

66+81 · 08-10-2005, 09:08 PM

Take it. I would.

*screamin_c102* · 08-12-2005, 11:57 AM

Went and took some pics yesterday, they are poor qualiy as I loaned out my good camera, but you get the idea.

low 84 · 08-12-2005, 12:01 PM

fi that truck is as clean as it looks then its worth 4 or 5 times as much as he is asking so if i were you i would be on my way to his house right now with cash in hand

bigarmzz · 08-12-2005, 12:07 PM

you gonna sell the 454/400 after you buy the truck?

truck looks really nice

86 GMG · 08-12-2005, 12:17 PM

dddddddaaaaaaaaaa buy the darn thing yank drive train and sell truck complete for 800.00 then you can call the 454/400 a fffffrrrrrrreeeeeeeeee bbbbbbbeeeeeeeeeeee

amscholtz · 08-12-2005, 12:19 PM

That's really cheap, I'd be all over it if I had the opportunity.

bodydropped · 08-12-2005, 01:48 PM

Restore It And It Will Be Worth Alot More

Big Block · 08-12-2005, 04:49 PM

The core on a big block is $500. Sounds like a great deal. I know gas prices are climbing every week but if you want a big block you won't get in one any cheaper. You better jump on it before it's gone. B.B.

CHEVYE · 08-12-2005, 06:05 PM

that's a steal, my post would be sayin "look what i just drove home for $800"

you better :bansex: on that one!

*1FaastC10* · 08-12-2005, 07:46 PM

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Originally Posted by bodydropped

Restore It And It Will Be Worth Alot More

you're right, the market for early 3/4 ton trucks is booming right now! especially ones with excessively large engines, no overdrive, no fuel injection, and no real options to speak of.

*screamin_c102* · 08-12-2005, 08:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1FaastC10

you're right, the market for early 3/4 ton trucks is booming right now! especially ones with excessively large engines, no overdrive, no fuel injection, and no real options to speak of.

Dude, uncool

Russell · 08-12-2005, 08:51 PM

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Originally Posted by screamin_c10

Dude, uncool

I'd tend to agree, not nessessary!

However, I'd be all over that truck for 800 US, that truck is easily worth 5 grand up here in Alberta in that kind of shape with a big block!

*1FaastC10* · 08-12-2005, 09:56 PM

sorry, just stating the facts. there isnt a big market for 30 year old 3/4 ton trucks. with that said, the only way you'll be able to get mine away from me is to pry the keys from my cold dead hand, and praythat i dont haunt you for doing so. they're great trucks to have, and can be loved just as much if not more than a run of the mill 1/2 ton. if you think you're going to restore a 3/4 ton, and make some money, you've got a lot to learn about the truck market.

*screamin_c102* · 08-12-2005, 10:27 PM

I'm not gonna restore it, never said I was. I own a cherried out 74 c20 and and Screamin' my 71 pictured below, which I would love to drop the big block in.

Just thought publically calling somebody

was uncalled for.

*screamin_c102* · 08-18-2005, 04:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CHEVYE

that's a steal, my post would be sayin "look what i just drove home for $800"

you better :bansex: on that one!

Guess what I just drove home for $800.00 bucks!!!

and both tanks are full!!!

**Captkaos** · 08-18-2005, 04:15 PM

You got a DEAL!!!

Ric83 · 08-18-2005, 04:30 PM

Great buy!! Congrats!!

CHEVYE · 08-18-2005, 05:21 PM

awesome score man! if you keep it, enjoy it. if you sell it, i'd say you could make $800-$1000 on it (easy) and maybe even $1500+, that's a clean truck.

mingoman · 08-18-2005, 06:08 PM

$800?????????? That baby don't look half bad! Congrats on the find.

**N2TRUX** · 08-18-2005, 06:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by screamin_c10

Guess what I just drove home for $800.00 bucks!!! and both tanks are full!!!

Just the two tanks being full added another 100.00 in value these days. Nice Score....

08-10-2005, 06:58 PM	#1
screamin_c102 Account Suspended Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Yoncalla Oregon Posts: 775	whats it worth? I just ran across a '73 C20 PS TH400 Auto and Hee Hee a freshly rebuilt 454 The truck has 120,000 documented miles and the trans was gone through about 15,000 ago, It also has all new brakes Chrome 16" wheels and 80 percent tread tires. The original owner was asking $1200 but he will take $800 because he needs to get rid of it and likes what I have done with Screamin' and my 74 C20. I figure put the big block and TH400 in Screamin' then toss the SBC and TH350 into this '73 C20 so its still usable. Any thoughts, whats a good 454 and TH400 worth? any problems with the '73 vintage 454s? Unfortunately I don't have pics at this time but it really is nothing to look at.

08-10-2005, 07:23 PM	#2
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	If the motor and transmission are solid then you have a smoking deal. Buy the truck and part out what you don't need. You might actually make a profit off of the deal.... __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

08-10-2005, 09:08 PM	#3
66+81 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Elberton GA Posts: 130	Take it. I would. __________________ 1966 Chevy C10 longbed stepside 350/350 1981 Chevy Custom Deluxe C10 short fleet 305/350

08-12-2005, 11:57 AM	#4
screamin_c102 Account Suspended Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Yoncalla Oregon Posts: 775	Went and took some pics yesterday, they are poor qualiy as I loaned out my good camera, but you get the idea. Attached Images

08-12-2005, 12:01 PM	#5
low 84 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 2,144	fi that truck is as clean as it looks then its worth 4 or 5 times as much as he is asking so if i were you i would be on my way to his house right now with cash in hand __________________ '51 F100, backhalf with a narrowed 9 and coil overs, 18.5" mickeys, monte front clip, +400" sbc in the works '05 1500 Crew Cab RIP '84 swb 5/7 drop, solid cammed 408 w/ fully ported dart heads, th350 w/ 10 inch hughes, 12 bolt w/ 3.73 richmonds and a locker '80 swb 4x4 in progress: 7" lift, 350 th350/np205, d44 and 1.5" ORD tie rod, 14BFF w/discs , armored diff covers, 40" MTR's

08-12-2005, 12:07 PM	#6
bigarmzz Registered User Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Elkins, West Virginia Posts: 2,542	you gonna sell the 454/400 after you buy the truck? truck looks really nice __________________ 1987 350 TBI lowered 5/7

08-12-2005, 12:17 PM	#7
86 GMG Registered User Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Tulsa Oklahoma Posts: 943	dddddddaaaaaaaaaa buy the darn thing yank drive train and sell truck complete for 800.00 then you can call the 454/400 a fffffrrrrrrreeeeeeeeee bbbbbbbeeeeeeeeeeee __________________ square body trucks an addiction or an investment either way they consume all my extra time and money

08-12-2005, 12:19 PM	#8
amscholtz On the Rocks Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Janesville, Wisconsin Posts: 79	That's really cheap, I'd be all over it if I had the opportunity. __________________ 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 4.3L V6 1977 Chevrolet C10 Custom Deluxe 454/400

08-12-2005, 01:48 PM	#9
bodydropped Registered User Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: beaumont,tx Posts: 757	Restore It And It Will Be Worth Alot More __________________ http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v5...ropped/sig.jpg

08-12-2005, 04:49 PM	#10
Big Block Big Block Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Durham, N.C. Posts: 1,649	Buy it now! The core on a big block is $500. Sounds like a great deal. I know gas prices are climbing every week but if you want a big block you won't get in one any cheaper. You better jump on it before it's gone. B.B.

08-12-2005, 06:05 PM	#11
CHEVYE my gas saver Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Clarksville, TN Posts: 2,046	that's a steal, my post would be sayin "look what i just drove home for $800" you better :bansex: on that one! __________________ 85' SWB, 4.3/TH350, getting ready for paint 84`SWB, 462ci./TH400, cowl hood, 15" billet spec., flows, blazer buckets/console, flat black 71`SWB, project ebay feedback

08-12-2005, 09:56 PM	#15
1FaastC10 Account Suspended Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Elkhart, IN Posts: 6,399	sorry, just stating the facts. there isnt a big market for 30 year old 3/4 ton trucks. with that said, the only way you'll be able to get mine away from me is to pry the keys from my cold dead hand, and praythat i dont haunt you for doing so. they're great trucks to have, and can be loved just as much if not more than a run of the mill 1/2 ton. if you think you're going to restore a 3/4 ton, and make some money, you've got a lot to learn about the truck market.

08-12-2005, 10:27 PM	#16
screamin_c102 Account Suspended Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Yoncalla Oregon Posts: 775	I'm not gonna restore it, never said I was. I own a cherried out 74 c20 and and Screamin' my 71 pictured below, which I would love to drop the big block in. Just thought publically calling somebody was uncalled for. Attached Images Last edited by screamin_c102; 08-12-2005 at 10:33 PM.

08-18-2005, 04:15 PM	#18
Captkaos www.73-87chevytrucks.com Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 6,935	You got a DEAL!!! __________________ Chris Lucas 1973 Chevy C-10 1978 GMC Jimmy (2WD) - SOLD 1987 R10 twin turbo LS 1991 R3500 SRW CrewCab 1985 K5 diesel swapped project 1989 K5 2WD conversion w/ Vette susp Project Captkaos Customs 73-87chevytrucks.com

08-18-2005, 04:30 PM	#19
Ric83 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 824	Great buy!! Congrats!! __________________ Ric '83 Silverado SWB Fleetside Here she is



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08-18-2005, 05:21 PM	#20
CHEVYE my gas saver Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Clarksville, TN Posts: 2,046	awesome score man! if you keep it, enjoy it. if you sell it, i'd say you could make $800-$1000 on it (easy) and maybe even $1500+, that's a clean truck. __________________ 85' SWB, 4.3/TH350, getting ready for paint 84`SWB, 462ci./TH400, cowl hood, 15" billet spec., flows, blazer buckets/console, flat black 71`SWB, project ebay feedback

08-18-2005, 06:08 PM	#21
mingoman Registered User Join Date: May 2004 Location: Miss Co Arkansas Posts: 679	$800?????????? That baby don't look half bad! Congrats on the find. __________________ 76/77/78 Cheyenne 1997 K3500 454 soon to be 496 Last edited by mingoman; 08-18-2005 at 06:10 PM.

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