Blazer vs. Jimmy - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

rival · 03-14-2006, 02:29 PM

Hi. New to the board, but not to these trucks. Have fooled around with Chevrolet trucks, Blazers and Suburbans for 20 years or so.

That being said, I bought my first 1st gen Jimmy the other day, and I have a question: How popular do Jimmys seem to be in comparison to Blazers? (I performed a search, in case this is a common question, but I got no results) I've always had Blazers, and personally, I like the Chevy grille better. On the other hand, I rarely ever see any Jimmys, and that's sort of the reason I bought it.

I know this is a subjective question, but I'm just curious to see what others think....Are Jimmys more difficult to sell because they're less popular or are they AS popular because there seem to be fewer of them?

PLease advise.

Thanks.

chevy72402 · 03-14-2006, 02:42 PM

ok, jmho but I think the grill thing kind of affects the likeability of the Jimmy. BUT, I think it is like anything, after awhile you get used to it and like it the way it is, and wouldn't want it any other way.

I'll put it this way, I was in the market to buy a new pickup, my wife hates the new silverado grill/headlights, I like them but the GMC looks better, and she liked the GMC so we got that instead. I think it is all personal preference....
AGAIN JMHO

HuggerCST · 03-14-2006, 03:00 PM

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Originally Posted by chevy72402

ok, jmho but I think the grill thing kind of affects the likeability of the Jimmy. BUT, I think it is like anything, after awhile you get used to it and like it the way it is, and wouldn't want it any other way.

I'll put it this way, I was in the market to buy a new pickup, my wife hates the new silverado grill/headlights, I like them but the GMC looks better, and she liked the GMC so we got that instead. I think it is all personal preference....
AGAIN JMHO

I agree, it's all in what YOU like, but I would say that the Chevy is more attractive to most. Welcome from just down the road by the way. If you need any front end parts(grill, bumper, Rad support) for it, send me a private message. I have some nice stuff that I am about to sell.

Tynee · 03-14-2006, 03:17 PM

Welcome to the board. I'm in the market for a Blazer right now, and would only buy the Jimmy if I couldn't find the Blazer I want. I guess I'm like most, it isn't a deal breaker, but still a matter of personal preference.

rival · 03-14-2006, 04:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Tynee

Welcome to the board. I'm in the market for a Blazer right now, and would only buy the Jimmy if I couldn't find the Blazer I want. I guess I'm like most, it isn't a deal breaker, but still a matter of personal preference.

I think this comes closest to my position on the matter. To me the Jimmy, while not at all ugly, just looks more dated than the Blazer.

Bottom line: This is a really nice, straight, solid, rust-free truck, and I'm just trying to determine if it's going to be a wise move to put a lot of money in it to make it a really nice truck or would my money be better spent looking for what will certainly be a harder-to-find-in-equal-condition Blazer. In the end, will a REALLY nice Jimmy bring the kind of money / be as resaleable as a REALLY nice Blazer? That's my main question.

Tynee · 03-14-2006, 04:39 PM

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Originally Posted by rival

In the end, will a REALLY nice Jimmy bring the kind of money / be as resaleable as a REALLY nice Blazer? That's my main question.

In short, I don't think so. It comes down to the difference between "rare" and "rare and desireable." There will be others along shortly to argue the opposite, I'd say.

teeitup · 03-14-2006, 05:51 PM

IMO I like blazers better, I finally found a blazer not to long ago, passed on quite a few Jimmy's. I also think resale is better on a blazer.

pound41 · 03-14-2006, 06:09 PM

I passed on a Jimmy in 1980 when I bought my 71 Blazer simply because of the grille. Today I would like to have a nice 71/72 Jimmy. the front of a car/truck does make a big difference to alot of people. I like a previous posters wife couldn't stand the look of the silverado front too much plastic chrome so I got a Z71 suburban and a GMC truck. I think as time goes on the market for them will keep up. After all GMC is the higher end of the GM truck line. Back in 80 when I bought my 71 4x4 Blazer you could find plenty of 2wd blazers they were viewed as weird station wagons Now they are gold

Jason915 · 03-14-2006, 06:57 PM

Personally I love the GMC in your face quad headlight front grill, it just looks more agressive and tuffer. I also like it because it looks more dated and classic because the whole front end is chromed out and not plastic. Most people like the 71-72 Chevy grill, and I do agree it looks very nice IMO it looks better than the 69-70 Chevy grill. I have came across several people that think that the GMC grill just looks ugly though. When I park next to my dads 70 K20, and his 72 K10 my GMC just stands out and looks much meaner.

k-nuts · 03-14-2006, 09:05 PM

I went out looking for the Jimmy. Now, don't get me wrong if I found an equal Blazer and no Jimmy, I'd have the Blazer now. But I was leaning toward the Jimmy so it would be different. Resale?? Who resells!!

But than again I decided to restore a 68 firebird rather than the "common" camaro. Just a little more unique I guess. Pontiac/GMC thing I guess.... Or maybe its just the 4 headlights and more chrome up front

jcfoote60 · 03-14-2006, 09:12 PM

I am with Jason915, I LIKE the GMC grill and front end, you get one with all of it's chrome glory and it makes waffle-Plastic blazer look tame....and cheap. That is why I went with a billet insert on my 72 SWB 4x4.......and I am going to admit to what others will scream sacrilage!!!!! ...............I am working on what is licensed as a 69 Blazer and it will have a Jimmy front end! I really don't care for the 69-70 grilles either...talk about dated.....so hey we all love these trucks and it IS all about personal preference...

hotrodhomi · 03-14-2006, 09:39 PM

That's a *****in bird kNuts.

ian villeza · 03-14-2006, 10:24 PM

I own a 1972 Chevy Blazer, But like the Jimmy.......Cool Grill and solid metal Chrome front end Rocks!

k-nuts · 03-14-2006, 11:42 PM

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That's a *****in bird kNuts.

Thanks! still a few odds and ends to do but mostly done. Oh and building a pontiac 400 for it now!

Now back to the K5's.

**Gary 70 Jimmy** · 03-15-2006, 09:33 AM

In 1995 I was looking for a 69 or a 70 blazer because I liked the grill better than the 71 an 72 grill I wish they would have made a 68 blazer I think that grill lookes even better. I could not find a 69 or a 70 blazer here in Ohio that was werth the money they wanted for them (to much rust) Then I saw 70 jimmy in the paper for sale it only had 48000 miles on it and he was asking 7000 for it. I thought it was way to much money but I went and looked at it anyway. I brought it home that weeked. All the truck shows I have went to I have never seen another jimmy. Fells good to go to a show where no one has what you have. Love that GMC grill

70rs/ss · 03-15-2006, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Gary 70 Jimmy

In 1995 I was looking for a 69 or a 70 blazer because I liked the grill better than the 71 an 72 grill I wish they would have made a 68 blazer I think that grill lookes even better. I could not find a 69 or a 70 blazer here in Ohio that was werth the money they wanted for them (to much rust) Then I saw 70 jimmy in the paper for sale it only had 48000 miles on it and he was asking 7000 for it. I thought it was way to much money but I went and looked at it anyway. I brought it home that weeked. All the truck shows I have went to I have never seen another jimmy. Fells good to go to a show where no one has what you have. Love that GMC grill

Man, where I come from they make 68 Blazers, I just built one. I took a long bed parts truck and unbolted the rust free clip and traded it with the 72 rust free clip and BAM a 68 Blazer! The 68's have side markers so once I match the color it will look "like it belongs there" Heck, I may even have a few folks tell me they had one just like it!! I like em all, but for some reason I am partial to my bellybutton Chevies except I too bought an 05 GMC for the better looking grill!!

rival · 03-15-2006, 12:35 PM

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Originally Posted by 70rs/ss

Man, where I come from they make 68 Blazers, I just built one. I took a long bed parts truck and unbolted the rust free clip and traded it with the 72 rust free clip and BAM a 68 Blazer! The 68's have side markers so once I match the color it will look "like it belongs there" Heck, I may even have a few folks tell me they had one just like it!! I like em all, but for some reason I am partial to my bellybutton Chevies except I too bought an 05 GMC for the better looking grill!!

Yeah, ironically, every new truck I've bought since 1995 has been a GMC because I liked the grille better than the Chevrolet!

**Gary 70 Jimmy** · 03-15-2006, 12:56 PM

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Originally Posted by 70rs/ss

Man, where I come from they make 68 Blazers, I just built one. I took a long bed parts truck and unbolted the rust free clip and traded it with the 72 rust free clip and BAM a 68 Blazer! The 68's have side markers so once I match the color it will look "like it belongs there" Heck, I may even have a few folks tell me they had one just like it!! I like em all, but for some reason I am partial to my bellybutton Chevies except I too bought an 05 GMC for the better looking grill!!

My next project just mite be a 68 blazer

TX72K5 · 03-15-2006, 10:37 AM

I have had 5 different 72 Blazers over the years. I bought my first 72 Jimmy several months ago. I loved the front grill of the Jimmy, but I couldn't get over the Jimmy name. I think it is a horrible vehicle name. I sold the Jimmy (also had a lot of rust) and bought a Blazer (almost totally rust free). I think the K5 Blazer symbol is ten times more appealing than the Jimmy symbol. Call me weird, but it is all in the name to me. That being said, my next SWB 4x4 will more and likely be a GMC because of the grill. Mike

smokekiki · 03-15-2006, 11:16 AM

I bought my Blazer 6 years ago.I would have payed the same for a Jimmy.I like both.Seeing a Jimmy like Garys and k-nuts makes me want a Jimmy to go with my Blazer.

I have a complete 68 chevy front that I am considering putting on my Blazer.

rival · 03-15-2006, 11:41 AM

Thanks much for everyone's opinion so far! Since this is my first 67-72 truck in 6 years (have had 6 CST Blazers, 3 K-style Suburbans, and 3 trucks in the past), I think I may just go ahead and put some time / money in ths truck. Let's face it, if any truck of this era is "done right," it's gonna look good!

rival · 03-15-2006, 11:46 AM

Oh yeah, Gary 70 Jimmy, that's an AWESOME looking Jimmy! If I had to pick a color combination, it'd either be your blue (and what appears to be parchment) or white / saddle........can you post more pics or PM some to me?

One quick question: can anyone suggest a good place for me to go to see a photo of what the paint scheme is supposed to look like on a 72 Jimmy grille? The one I have is badly faded, and I just want to make sure that I correctly re-paint the areas that are supposed to be black and don't on the areas that are supposed to be metal........thanks

blazerparts · 03-15-2006, 11:08 AM

I like 'em both.

**Gary 70 Jimmy** · 03-15-2006, 01:13 PM

I have lots of picture

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=178765

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=177653

03-14-2006, 02:29 PM	#1
rival Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Jackson, MS Posts: 12	Blazer vs. Jimmy Hi. New to the board, but not to these trucks. Have fooled around with Chevrolet trucks, Blazers and Suburbans for 20 years or so. That being said, I bought my first 1st gen Jimmy the other day, and I have a question: How popular do Jimmys seem to be in comparison to Blazers? (I performed a search, in case this is a common question, but I got no results) I've always had Blazers, and personally, I like the Chevy grille better. On the other hand, I rarely ever see any Jimmys, and that's sort of the reason I bought it. I know this is a subjective question, but I'm just curious to see what others think....Are Jimmys more difficult to sell because they're less popular or are they AS popular because there seem to be fewer of them? PLease advise. Thanks.

03-14-2006, 02:42 PM	#2
chevy72402 FARMER/RANCHER Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: SD Posts: 597	Re: Blazer vs. Jimmy ok, jmho but I think the grill thing kind of affects the likeability of the Jimmy. BUT, I think it is like anything, after awhile you get used to it and like it the way it is, and wouldn't want it any other way. I'll put it this way, I was in the market to buy a new pickup, my wife hates the new silverado grill/headlights, I like them but the GMC looks better, and she liked the GMC so we got that instead. I think it is all personal preference.... AGAIN JMHO __________________ 1972 chevy super, long box, 402 big block (2,000 miles on rebuild) 2wd tach, tilt, tool box on bedside, a/c, sliding rear window, orange and white. 1972 Chevy Blazer 2wd, tach, tilt, a/c, my first engine overhauling experience, Orange, with white top 2006 Gmc Sierra, XM, Z-71, dark blue, onstar, leather, rear entertainment (audio only) heated seats, (the wife loves that feature) upgraded tires immediately after purchase to Goodyear Wrangler AT/S (hate those rock throwers that come from the factory) BWC

03-14-2006, 03:17 PM	#4
Tynee I miss this truck. Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Lexington, KY U.S.A. Posts: 2,863	Re: Blazer vs. Jimmy Welcome to the board. I'm in the market for a Blazer right now, and would only buy the Jimmy if I couldn't find the Blazer I want. I guess I'm like most, it isn't a deal breaker, but still a matter of personal preference. __________________ '07 GMC Acadia SLT. Sweet ride. '08 Crew Cab Z-71 short bed. Really like this truck A LOT.

03-14-2006, 05:51 PM	#7
teeitup Just like to part out trucks!! Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Meriden, Ks-North of Topeka 10 miles Posts: 27,395	Re: Blazer vs. Jimmy IMO I like blazers better, I finally found a blazer not to long ago, passed on quite a few Jimmy's. I also think resale is better on a blazer. __________________ 67 Chev swb stepside 4x4 283 4 speed SOLD 72 blazer 4x4 4 speed Cheyenne 72 GMC swb 4x4 fleet 4 speed, original paint 1958 Cameo (one of 1405 built, it was my dads) 2020 chevy Apex 4x4 crew cab 1969 Z28 with the 302 1980 chevy swb 4x4 1964 chevell Malibu SS 1976 K20, sold new originally out of my dads chevy dealership Members that I've met, over 200 probably closer to 300 in the 12 years I've been on this site, everyone I met "It was a pleasure"

03-14-2006, 06:09 PM	#8
pound41 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 1,268	Re: Blazer vs. Jimmy I passed on a Jimmy in 1980 when I bought my 71 Blazer simply because of the grille. Today I would like to have a nice 71/72 Jimmy. the front of a car/truck does make a big difference to alot of people. I like a previous posters wife couldn't stand the look of the silverado front too much plastic chrome so I got a Z71 suburban and a GMC truck. I think as time goes on the market for them will keep up. After all GMC is the higher end of the GM truck line. Back in 80 when I bought my 71 4x4 Blazer you could find plenty of 2wd blazers they were viewed as weird station wagons Now they are gold

03-14-2006, 06:57 PM	#9
Jason915 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Colorado Springs Posts: 693	Re: Blazer vs. Jimmy Personally I love the GMC in your face quad headlight front grill, it just looks more agressive and tuffer. I also like it because it looks more dated and classic because the whole front end is chromed out and not plastic. Most people like the 71-72 Chevy grill, and I do agree it looks very nice IMO it looks better than the 69-70 Chevy grill. I have came across several people that think that the GMC grill just looks ugly though. When I park next to my dads 70 K20, and his 72 K10 my GMC just stands out and looks much meaner. __________________ 1971 GMC K1500 SWB Fleetside, 4" skyjacker softride and, 14 Bolt FF, HD Dana 44 4.10's 1970 K5 TBI conversion lifted etc SOLD 1968 C20 camper truck SOLD “To ban guns because criminals use them is to tell the innocent and law-abiding that their rights and liberties depend not on their own conduct, but on the conduct of the guilty and the lawless.” Jeff Snyder

03-14-2006, 09:05 PM	#10
k-nuts Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: TX Posts: 252	Re: Blazer vs. Jimmy I went out looking for the Jimmy. Now, don't get me wrong if I found an equal Blazer and no Jimmy, I'd have the Blazer now. But I was leaning toward the Jimmy so it would be different. Resale?? Who resells!! But than again I decided to restore a 68 firebird rather than the "common" camaro. Just a little more unique I guess. Pontiac/GMC thing I guess.... Or maybe its just the 4 headlights and more chrome up front Attached Images Last edited by k-nuts; 03-14-2006 at 09:06 PM.

03-14-2006, 09:12 PM	#11
jcfoote60 Active Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Idaho Posts: 263	Re: Blazer vs. Jimmy I am with Jason915, I LIKE the GMC grill and front end, you get one with all of it's chrome glory and it makes waffle-Plastic blazer look tame....and cheap. That is why I went with a billet insert on my 72 SWB 4x4.......and I am going to admit to what others will scream sacrilage!!!!! ...............I am working on what is licensed as a 69 Blazer and it will have a Jimmy front end! I really don't care for the 69-70 grilles either...talk about dated.....so hey we all love these trucks and it IS all about personal preference...

03-14-2006, 09:39 PM	#12
hotrodhomi Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Sacramento Posts: 3,737	Re: Blazer vs. Jimmy That's a ***in bird kNuts. __________________ '72 2wd blazer, bagged w/ watts link & EDC '72 C10 "Lowered Farm Truck" STOLEN 5-18-11** '66 impala ht

03-14-2006, 10:24 PM	#13
ian villeza Active Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Hawaii Posts: 153	Re: Blazer vs. Jimmy I own a 1972 Chevy Blazer, But like the Jimmy.......Cool Grill and solid metal Chrome front end Rocks!

03-15-2006, 09:33 AM	#15
Gary 70 Jimmy Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Burghill, Ohio 44404 Posts: 3,401	Re: Blazer vs. Jimmy In 1995 I was looking for a 69 or a 70 blazer because I liked the grill better than the 71 an 72 grill I wish they would have made a 68 blazer I think that grill lookes even better. I could not find a 69 or a 70 blazer here in Ohio that was werth the money they wanted for them (to much rust) Then I saw 70 jimmy in the paper for sale it only had 48000 miles on it and he was asking 7000 for it. I thought it was way to much money but I went and looked at it anyway. I brought it home that weeked. All the truck shows I have went to I have never seen another jimmy. Fells good to go to a show where no one has what you have. Love that GMC grill Attached Images

03-15-2006, 10:37 AM	#19
TX72K5 Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Fort Worth, Texas Posts: 57	Re: Blazer vs. Jimmy I have had 5 different 72 Blazers over the years. I bought my first 72 Jimmy several months ago. I loved the front grill of the Jimmy, but I couldn't get over the Jimmy name. I think it is a horrible vehicle name. I sold the Jimmy (also had a lot of rust) and bought a Blazer (almost totally rust free). I think the K5 Blazer symbol is ten times more appealing than the Jimmy symbol. Call me weird, but it is all in the name to me. That being said, my next SWB 4x4 will more and likely be a GMC because of the grill. Mike

03-15-2006, 11:16 AM	#20
smokekiki Mike Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: west chester pa Posts: 2,473	Re: Blazer vs. Jimmy I bought my Blazer 6 years ago.I would have payed the same for a Jimmy.I like both.Seeing a Jimmy like Garys and k-nuts makes me want a Jimmy to go with my Blazer. I have a complete 68 chevy front that I am considering putting on my Blazer. __________________ 70'c/10, 71 suburban4x4 402bb, 72suburban 4/6 drop, 72k/5 4x4 blazer 4" lift 35 tires Last edited by smokekiki; 03-15-2006 at 11:20 AM.

03-15-2006, 11:41 AM	#21
rival Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Jackson, MS Posts: 12	Re: Blazer vs. Jimmy Thanks much for everyone's opinion so far! Since this is my first 67-72 truck in 6 years (have had 6 CST Blazers, 3 K-style Suburbans, and 3 trucks in the past), I think I may just go ahead and put some time / money in ths truck. Let's face it, if any truck of this era is "done right," it's gonna look good!

03-15-2006, 11:46 AM	#22
rival Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Jackson, MS Posts: 12	Re: Blazer vs. Jimmy Oh yeah, Gary 70 Jimmy, that's an AWESOME looking Jimmy! If I had to pick a color combination, it'd either be your blue (and what appears to be parchment) or white / saddle........can you post more pics or PM some to me? One quick question: can anyone suggest a good place for me to go to see a photo of what the paint scheme is supposed to look like on a 72 Jimmy grille? The one I have is badly faded, and I just want to make sure that I correctly re-paint the areas that are supposed to be black and don't on the areas that are supposed to be metal........thanks



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03-15-2006, 11:08 AM	#23
blazerparts No,I DON'T have Tourett's Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 556	Re: Blazer vs. Jimmy I like 'em both. __________________ '72 K5 CST 350/350 Daily Driver '69 GMC3500 Camper Special CST Flatbed 396/400 Upgraded to show truck '69 GMC 2500 L6292, 3spd beater

03-15-2006, 01:13 PM	#24
Gary 70 Jimmy Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Burghill, Ohio 44404 Posts: 3,401	Re: Blazer vs. Jimmy I have lots of picture http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=178765 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=177653

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