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J-Rod · 06-03-2007, 09:05 PM

3 miles from my house. Original 402 BB Auto. Factory A/C, ps, and pb. The truck was in the barn it's sittin next to but now sit's outside, and it's been sitting outside for about 3 yrs. Factory wood bed is rotten, but suprisingly not that much rust. The guy who owns it said he'd sell it but wanted me to name a price and he said he knows what it's worth, so I said I'd get back with him. The truck starts and runs but has'nt been driven in a while.

So what do you guys think it's worth. I'm thinkin about $2500-$3500 because the body is so straight and supposedly has original drivetrain.

JHART · 06-03-2007, 09:15 PM

Thats all original? That engine bay looks pretty clean.

Hows the interior look?

I'd offer $2500.00 .....

Check the front clip mounts for rust also some people miss that.

GREASEMONKEY72 · 06-03-2007, 09:23 PM

looks well kept thats for sure and providing its all original with little to no rust and with the exeption of the rotted bed wood id say its worth about 4k-5k or so

sick69 · 06-03-2007, 09:28 PM

It's been my experiance that when someone says "I know what it's worth" they mean they want a bunch of money.

Ya never know though, if it's as clean as it looks i'd offer 2500 and see what he says. You can always offer more, but it's impossible to offer less after you've named a price.

The last four of these trucks i've bought, I haven't payed more than 1200 for one. The last three have been really clean,,,,very little rust, complete, straight, one of them had a bed full of extra body and interior parts from a parts truck the po had sittin around.

Good luck hope it works out for you.
Frank

**LockDoc** · 06-03-2007, 09:29 PM

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If the guy knows what it's worth then he shouldn't have any problem putting a price on it. I think he's just trying to make you think he does so you don't try to lo-ball him.... I always tell them that it's hard for me to buy the truck and sell it too. Thats what you are doing if you name a price. Put a little pressure on him to price it and if you have to make him an offer start low. No matter where you start he will probably want to add two or three hundred to it..

Just my 2¢ worth

LockDoc

Longhorn Man · 06-03-2007, 09:35 PM

up here the for sale sign in that would say 9000

**special-K** · 06-03-2007, 09:37 PM

I think he`s just protecting himself from a low price and he doesn`t know what to ask.He just knows they are worth more than just an old truck.Is it maroon or bronze.I don`t think there was a maroon/burgundy in 71/72.I`d say in the $3500-5000 range.If he had no idea it was special,I`d offer 1/2 that.It is an unmolested big block truck.

**jerry moss** · 06-03-2007, 09:49 PM

is the cruise control factory?
looks to be a straight truck. 3 grand doesn't sound out of line.

BigMike · 06-03-2007, 09:53 PM

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Originally Posted by sick69

It's been my experiance that when someone says "I know what it's worth" they mean they want a bunch of money.

My thoughts exactly. The dude has probably been watching too much Barrett Jackson and the truck is his retirement fund. If he says that he knows what they're worth, then he knows what he wants for it. Nothing bugs me more than people that say that, then turn around and say nope, not enough, don't waste my F'n time with that stupid game. Tell me what you want for it and we'll negotiate from there if I think it is too high. People that say that hope that YOU don't know what they're worth and offer him far more than he was thinking.

Just my opinion.

Mike

dmsteele92831 · 06-03-2007, 09:54 PM

Here's one I saw out here in L.A. Only asking $2500

http://losangeles.craigslist.org/ant/car/340574105.html

seanu · 06-03-2007, 09:56 PM

Yeah...I think someone who says "I know what it worth"...is looking for some BIG PAYOFF...like they've got a gold mine siting in thier yard....

If I had to guess, I bet he is wanting like 5k-10k for it

JHART · 06-03-2007, 10:07 PM

If he wants to treat like a Barret Jackson show then do like they do and nit pick every little thing you can on the truck. Start at the front and work your way back making a list of things that are wrong with it. Then make an offer.

I still say go low no matter what the guy knows .... if he knows what its worth it wouldnt be sitting outside next to a barn.

Good luck bro looks like a good find nun the less.

68 P.O.S. · 06-03-2007, 10:09 PM

**kwmech** · 06-03-2007, 10:36 PM

So I hafta ask since nobody else did-------------why has the truck been just 'sitting' for over 3 years AND outside.

71chevylowrider · 06-03-2007, 10:52 PM

The engine looks great, but if it's all original, shouldn't it have a quadra jet instead of what looks to me like an edelbrock carb? & I agree, if the guy thinks it's so valuable, why has it been outside for years, my buddy just bought a very nice all original 72 cheyenne C20 BB 402 ac, blah, blah, blah for $3,500 & the original paint looked alot better then that truck. It kinda piss's me off when the guy who supposedly knows what it's worth won't even put a price on it, at least then you would know the guys is way off base & keep looking for a "nicer all original BB that is priced correctly") I'm thinking $3,000 if the guy can make you believe there's something special about the truck, $3,500 tops. It's not like it's hard to find a long bed with a big block.

nplocoman · 06-03-2007, 11:09 PM

If that truck as been on the lot for three years, then It's worth about 50-75 bucks

Bamm · 06-04-2007, 01:07 PM

I always tell guys that I won't put a price on their parts or vehicles. I usually tell them to get me in the ballpark and if they still don't want to give me a starting point I'll give them my card and tell them to give me a call when they decide what they want for it. I usually don't make it but a couple of steps before they say "hey, wait a minute, how about $this much"......

williamt · 06-04-2007, 02:36 PM

when I get that answer I start with half of what I am willing to pay

cdowns · 06-04-2007, 04:18 PM

i too wont deal with people like that / if you want to sell something tell me a price and i'll either pay it or not// i've made too many offers over the years that i've felt were very fair and never to be heard from again // if i want to join in an auction i'll go to ebay

stllookn · 06-04-2007, 04:37 PM

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The guy who owns it said he'd sell it but wanted me to name a price and he said he knows what it's worth, so I said I'd get back with him.

If he "knows" then the only reason he wants you to guess is to better his "perception" of what it is worth. It is only worth what you, or someone else, is willing to pay for it. Offer only what you are willing to pay for it based upon the market in your area.

Ask youself what you could easily resell it for and offer him that amount...DO YOU REALLY HAVE TO HAVE IT? I always ask myself that question and frequently walk away...especially if he is not willing to price it himself. If it is running...$1000-$1500...but I don't want or need it...LOL!

Good Luck!

67ChevyRedneck · 06-04-2007, 04:40 PM

Truck looks like a nice solid runner. I'd give 2-3K pending further inspection (under cab etc.)

grayw0lf · 06-04-2007, 10:24 PM

Man thats pretty!

71chevylowrider · 06-04-2007, 10:40 PM

I think stillookn nailed it on the head, no matter what "he thinks it's worth" it's only worth what someone will/would pay for it, he's probably hoping you will guess high, remeber this is a long bed truck with a BB, if it was a shortbed truck with a BB he might have a little advantage on you, but like I said earlier there is plenty od decent BB Longebeds around, try not to "want it" too bad, play his game & offer what it's really worth & if he starts yacking your way off, tell him your on your way to look at another truck with cash in your pocket! & say...........SEEEE YA!

06-03-2007, 09:05 PM	#1
J-Rod GMC Dreamer Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Clarksville, Tn. Posts: 123	Lookie what I found 3 miles from my house. Original 402 BB Auto. Factory A/C, ps, and pb. The truck was in the barn it's sittin next to but now sit's outside, and it's been sitting outside for about 3 yrs. Factory wood bed is rotten, but suprisingly not that much rust. The guy who owns it said he'd sell it but wanted me to name a price and he said he knows what it's worth, so I said I'd get back with him. The truck starts and runs but has'nt been driven in a while. So what do you guys think it's worth. I'm thinkin about $2500-$3500 because the body is so straight and supposedly has original drivetrain. Attached Images __________________ 2000 Silverado. 5.3L. 4" RC lift. 18" Moto's with 35x12.5 Nittos. SOLD: WAY TOO MANY TO LIST HERE [/FONT][/SIZE]

06-03-2007, 09:15 PM	#2
JHART 1972 Shorty Owner Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Stationed in Cali , born and raised in PHX Arizona. Posts: 796	Re: Lookie what I found Thats all original? That engine bay looks pretty clean. Hows the interior look? I'd offer $2500.00 ..... Check the front clip mounts for rust also some people miss that. __________________ 1972 Chevy Shorty C-10- Project In Work http://67-72chevytrucks.com/gallery/...ATT1721941.jpg- New Project Last edited by JHART; 06-03-2007 at 09:16 PM.

06-03-2007, 09:23 PM	#3
GREASEMONKEY72 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Bakersfield,CA Posts: 7,893	Re: Lookie what I found looks well kept thats for sure and providing its all original with little to no rust and with the exeption of the rotted bed wood id say its worth about 4k-5k or so __________________ -steven Alte Seele S.S. "Allison" '72 C/10 LWB 350SB/TH350 - DD PITBULL IS NOT A CRIME

06-03-2007, 09:28 PM	#4
sick69 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: colorado springs colorado Posts: 737	Re: Lookie what I found It's been my experiance that when someone says "I know what it's worth" they mean they want a bunch of money. Ya never know though, if it's as clean as it looks i'd offer 2500 and see what he says. You can always offer more, but it's impossible to offer less after you've named a price. The last four of these trucks i've bought, I haven't payed more than 1200 for one. The last three have been really clean,,,,very little rust, complete, straight, one of them had a bed full of extra body and interior parts from a parts truck the po had sittin around. Good luck hope it works out for you. Frank __________________ 70 chevy lwb c10 454/th400 and a 9" rearend suicide doors, marker light fuel fill, 4" cowl , mini tub Last edited by sick69; 06-03-2007 at 09:29 PM.

06-03-2007, 09:29 PM	#5
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,852	Re: Lookie what I found - If the guy knows what it's worth then he shouldn't have any problem putting a price on it. I think he's just trying to make you think he does so you don't try to lo-ball him.... I always tell them that it's hard for me to buy the truck and sell it too. Thats what you are doing if you name a price. Put a little pressure on him to price it and if you have to make him an offer start low. No matter where you start he will probably want to add two or three hundred to it.. Just my 2¢ worth LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

06-03-2007, 09:35 PM	#6
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Re: Lookie what I found up here the for sale sign in that would say 9000

06-03-2007, 09:37 PM	#7
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Lookie what I found I think he`s just protecting himself from a low price and he doesn`t know what to ask.He just knows they are worth more than just an old truck.Is it maroon or bronze.I don`t think there was a maroon/burgundy in 71/72.I`d say in the $3500-5000 range.If he had no idea it was special,I`d offer 1/2 that.It is an unmolested big block truck. __________________ "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 ~

06-03-2007, 09:49 PM	#8
jerry moss Born Psycho Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: brentwood,cal,usa Posts: 4,948	Re: Lookie what I found is the cruise control factory? looks to be a straight truck. 3 grand doesn't sound out of line. __________________ jerry moss 72 cheyenne super K20- tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,tow hooks,bumper guards,toolbox,aux. fuel tank,posi front and rear,plus other goodies!!! SOLD 69 suburban K20-tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,4 inch all spring lift,4 speed, 14 bolt full floater, dana 44 HD,warn winch,posi front and rear,tow hooks,plus other goodies. 73/80 chevy/gmc K20 SB400,turbo 400,205,tilt,a-c,gas hog. 77 K/5 cheyenne blazer-daily driver/beater. SON HAS IT NOW BRENTWOOD,CALIFORNIA

06-03-2007, 09:54 PM	#10
dmsteele92831 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: SoCal Posts: 191	Re: Lookie what I found Here's one I saw out here in L.A. Only asking $2500 http://losangeles.craigslist.org/ant/car/340574105.html __________________ 1968 c10 Chevy 2005 Infiniti G35 2006 Subaru WRX STi

06-03-2007, 09:56 PM	#11
seanu Too many projects!!! Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: Jacksonville, Florida Posts: 508	Re: Lookie what I found Yeah...I think someone who says "I know what it worth"...is looking for some BIG PAYOFF...like they've got a gold mine siting in thier yard.... If I had to guess, I bet he is wanting like 5k-10k for it __________________ Sean 1995 Buick Roadmaster Sedan 2004 Chevy Trailblazer 5.3L V8 1963 Chevy Biscayne 4D Sedan 1971 Chevy C10 (now have 70 cab & frame) 1968 Chevy C10 (parts for the 70) 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (Chevy 355 motor) 1937 Pontiac 8 4D Touring Sedan (in pieces) Jacksonville, Florida

06-03-2007, 10:07 PM	#12
JHART 1972 Shorty Owner Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Stationed in Cali , born and raised in PHX Arizona. Posts: 796	Re: Lookie what I found If he wants to treat like a Barret Jackson show then do like they do and nit pick every little thing you can on the truck. Start at the front and work your way back making a list of things that are wrong with it. Then make an offer. I still say go low no matter what the guy knows .... if he knows what its worth it wouldnt be sitting outside next to a barn. Good luck bro looks like a good find nun the less. __________________ 1972 Chevy Shorty C-10- Project In Work http://67-72chevytrucks.com/gallery/...ATT1721941.jpg- New Project

06-03-2007, 10:09 PM	#13
68 P.O.S. Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Puyallup, WA Posts: 1,662	Re: Lookie what I found __________________ 72 C10 lwb fleetside -stock 350/350 combo

06-03-2007, 10:36 PM	#14
kwmech Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Colfax-California Posts: 8,659	Re: Lookie what I found So I hafta ask since nobody else did-------------why has the truck been just 'sitting' for over 3 years AND outside.

06-03-2007, 10:52 PM	#15
71chevylowrider Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Vancouver, WA Posts: 1,015	Re: Lookie what I found The engine looks great, but if it's all original, shouldn't it have a quadra jet instead of what looks to me like an edelbrock carb? & I agree, if the guy thinks it's so valuable, why has it been outside for years, my buddy just bought a very nice all original 72 cheyenne C20 BB 402 ac, blah, blah, blah for $3,500 & the original paint looked alot better then that truck. It kinda piss's me off when the guy who supposedly knows what it's worth won't even put a price on it, at least then you would know the guys is way off base & keep looking for a "nicer all original BB that is priced correctly") I'm thinking $3,000 if the guy can make you believe there's something special about the truck, $3,500 tops. It's not like it's hard to find a long bed with a big block. Last edited by 71chevylowrider; 06-04-2007 at 01:00 PM.

06-03-2007, 11:09 PM	#16
nplocoman never finish start another Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: North Platte Nebraska Posts: 432	Re: Lookie what I found If that truck as been on the lot for three years, then It's worth about 50-75 bucks



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06-04-2007, 01:07 PM	#17
Bamm Cowboy Fan for Life!!!!!! Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Amelia, Virginia Posts: 2,921	Re: Lookie what I found I always tell guys that I won't put a price on their parts or vehicles. I usually tell them to get me in the ballpark and if they still don't want to give me a starting point I'll give them my card and tell them to give me a call when they decide what they want for it. I usually don't make it but a couple of steps before they say "hey, wait a minute, how about $this much"...... __________________ 1967 ShortBed Fleetside 3/4 Drop 350/700R4 Tilt wheel 18 x 8 Torque Thrust II's Future mods: All new gauges & wood bed My Zip is 23002 I ship UPS, USPS Last edited by Bamm; 06-04-2007 at 01:07 PM.

06-04-2007, 02:36 PM	#18
williamt 68 just like me Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: canton ga. Posts: 142	Re: Lookie what I found when I get that answer I start with half of what I am willing to pay __________________ 68 just like me

06-04-2007, 04:18 PM	#19
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: Lookie what I found i too wont deal with people like that / if you want to sell something tell me a price and i'll either pay it or not// i've made too many offers over the years that i've felt were very fair and never to be heard from again // if i want to join in an auction i'll go to ebay __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

06-04-2007, 04:40 PM	#21
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06-04-2007, 10:24 PM	#22
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06-04-2007, 10:40 PM	#23
71chevylowrider Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Vancouver, WA Posts: 1,015	Re: Lookie what I found I think stillookn nailed it on the head, no matter what "he thinks it's worth" it's only worth what someone will/would pay for it, he's probably hoping you will guess high, remeber this is a long bed truck with a BB, if it was a shortbed truck with a BB he might have a little advantage on you, but like I said earlier there is plenty od decent BB Longebeds around, try not to "want it" too bad, play his game & offer what it's really worth & if he starts yacking your way off, tell him your on your way to look at another truck with cash in your pocket! & say...........SEEEE YA!

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