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**special-K** · 04-18-2009, 03:56 PM

I saw this Suburban for sale and stopped to look.It`s a`72 Custom Deluxe/20 400 a/c cargo door for $1,800...

I didn`t expect much from the body around here and not surprised that it was rusty.It was Medium Olive/White originally.The parchment interior was great althought cloth surfaces had been replaced in a not so great way.It even had a lift hatch & tailgate laying in the back.On the window it said it had 3.54s so I knew it was a dana.Looking in the fender well I got excited to see it was a coil rear.My thoughts were to roll it for fun for awhile,then I could always get alot out of parts:402/tH400,Coil Dana60,`72 overhead a/c,cargo doors,lift hatch,tailgate,door/side panels,under window trim,and on.It even had brand new exhaust and 16" radials.A pretty respectable big bruiser for the money.I`m funny about opening up doors and hoods without the owner present(right in his small front yard)and I didn`t feel like knocking,yet.I crawled under to have a look and see what motor it had.Just then the neighbor pulled in and started chatting.I figured I`d open the hood now.It has a later small block with all the later brackets,manifolds,etc.That just killed it for me.I usually prefer small blocks over big blocks,but that`s the biggest thing I wanted out of it.The guy`s a mechanic and drives it to work every week or so.I can get a number if anyone is seriously interested.

BADSAM · 04-18-2009, 07:02 PM

Still seems like a swingin deal to me. Although I don't need any more.

**special-K** · 04-18-2009, 07:46 PM

It sure is.It`s in good running condition.I like to start with cleaner vehicles for restoration.But,that`s me.It`s very restorable.I`d like it or a driver.I saw the 400 emblem and Dana coil rear and it got me going.It would be one cool wagon to cruise for $1,800.

BADSAM · 04-18-2009, 09:03 PM

Good thing I don't have Jay Leno's money. I'd probably buy everyone of these I see. I just like them.

This would make a sweet ride for someone.

*project 67 sub* · 04-18-2009, 09:19 PM

thats only 300 more than i paid for mine, and it looks like it is in way better shape than mine was. mine looked and ran like crap when i got it for 1500, so that seems like a good deal to me.

**special-K** · 04-19-2009, 09:08 AM

Yes and no.The body on yours would be worth three grand to me back here.You sunny Californians may tend to overlook that.Mechanics are an easy fix compared to our rot.Only the rare totally pampered garage kept truck around here survives the test of time.
But...putting all in perspective,if I had "my" money I`d be buyin`this one.

I shouls see if he`d trade for my wrecker.He is a mechanic,afterall.I could see my 17 year old loving that thing.It`s nice to have a vintage ride you can give a kid without having a heart attack.I got my oldest son a`65 biscayne wagon that was a arge kept low mile survivor.He ran it 7 years.He was as popular with that as any Mutwang owner at his school.

gemiii · 04-19-2009, 11:51 AM

I would be interested. Where abouts is it? Looks like spring time where ever it is.

George

**special-K** · 04-19-2009, 01:56 PM

It`s in Cenral Maryland...Westminster,about 45 minutes NW of Baltimore and SW of Hanover,PA.I should have grabbed the number.I have a doctor`s appointment in Westminster tomorrow morning.I`ll grab the number and get it to you.

Longhorn Man · 04-19-2009, 11:37 PM

looks like its well worth the asking...

*project 67 sub* · 04-19-2009, 11:59 PM

Quote:

special-K Yes and no.The body on yours would be worth three grand to me back here.You sunny Californians may tend to overlook that.Mechanics are an easy fix compared to our rot.

haha, mine has more rust than you might think by looking at my pics. its got rusty rockers(pass. one is completely gone), from driver door back to wheel well is rusted out below bodyline, it has some roof and drip rail rust, some slight floor rust, and behind the rear wheel wells there is about an 1"-1.5" hole on both sides. so mine has some rust and isnt completely rust free.

**mr48chev** · 04-20-2009, 03:29 AM

Out here farmers bought the trucks and burbs with rubber floormats so they could open both doors and hose the dirt and mud out. I used to know a couple of guys around here who bragged about the rubber mats and being able to hose them out.
The end result was lots of rust in the floors.

**special-K** · 04-20-2009, 06:40 AM

Yeah,California rust...drip rails from over baked body sealer and rusted lowe kick panel from dust settling in the vents and that darm winter rain soaking in.our were like that 25 years ago.Now it`s the difference between cancer and a bad rash.lol
Dang hosers,Rotting out a perfectly good classic...whenit was just a work truck.

**special-K** · 04-21-2009, 08:33 PM

Here it is Gemiii,(410)751-6055.It sure was rainin` "H"s when I got it.Good luck and let us know what happens.

**special-K** · 04-27-2009, 07:13 AM

So,any follow up?Just curious if my effort resulting in anything.

04-18-2009, 03:56 PM	#1
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Thought I was buying one yesterday I saw this Suburban for sale and stopped to look.It`s a`72 Custom Deluxe/20 400 a/c cargo door for $1,800... I didn`t expect much from the body around here and not surprised that it was rusty.It was Medium Olive/White originally.The parchment interior was great althought cloth surfaces had been replaced in a not so great way.It even had a lift hatch & tailgate laying in the back.On the window it said it had 3.54s so I knew it was a dana.Looking in the fender well I got excited to see it was a coil rear.My thoughts were to roll it for fun for awhile,then I could always get alot out of parts:402/tH400,Coil Dana60,`72 overhead a/c,cargo doors,lift hatch,tailgate,door/side panels,under window trim,and on.It even had brand new exhaust and 16" radials.A pretty respectable big bruiser for the money.I`m funny about opening up doors and hoods without the owner present(right in his small front yard)and I didn`t feel like knocking,yet.I crawled under to have a look and see what motor it had.Just then the neighbor pulled in and started chatting.I figured I`d open the hood now.It has a later small block with all the later brackets,manifolds,etc.That just killed it for me.I usually prefer small blocks over big blocks,but that`s the biggest thing I wanted out of it.The guy`s a mechanic and drives it to work every week or so.I can get a number if anyone is seriously interested. __________________ "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 ~ Last edited by special-K; 04-18-2009 at 03:59 PM.

04-18-2009, 07:02 PM	#2
BADSAM J'ville Junkman Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Pomeroy, Ohio Posts: 572	Re: Thought I was buying one yesterday Still seems like a swingin deal to me. Although I don't need any more. __________________ 72 3/4t Suburban 402BB (Daily driver for 8 years) 68 GTO (never ending proj) 91 Kawasaki ZX-7R 57 Chevy 210 Wagon - 9 Passenger (Wife's project-working on floorpans) 73 Corvette (17 yr old daughter's: Another project - what's wrong with me?) 53 Willys M38

04-18-2009, 07:46 PM	#3
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Thought I was buying one yesterday It sure is.It`s in good running condition.I like to start with cleaner vehicles for restoration.But,that`s me.It`s very restorable.I`d like it or a driver.I saw the 400 emblem and Dana coil rear and it got me going.It would be one cool wagon to cruise for $1,800. __________________ "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 ~

04-18-2009, 09:03 PM	#4
BADSAM J'ville Junkman Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Pomeroy, Ohio Posts: 572	Re: Thought I was buying one yesterday Good thing I don't have Jay Leno's money. I'd probably buy everyone of these I see. I just like them. This would make a sweet ride for someone. __________________ 72 3/4t Suburban 402BB (Daily driver for 8 years) 68 GTO (never ending proj) 91 Kawasaki ZX-7R 57 Chevy 210 Wagon - 9 Passenger (Wife's project-working on floorpans) 73 Corvette (17 yr old daughter's: Another project - what's wrong with me?) 53 Willys M38

04-18-2009, 09:19 PM	#5
project 67 sub Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: san bernardino ca. everywhere Posts: 3,938	Re: Thought I was buying one yesterday thats only 300 more than i paid for mine, and it looks like it is in way better shape than mine was. mine looked and ran like crap when i got it for 1500, so that seems like a good deal to me.

04-19-2009, 09:08 AM	#6
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Thought I was buying one yesterday Yes and no.The body on yours would be worth three grand to me back here.You sunny Californians may tend to overlook that.Mechanics are an easy fix compared to our rot.Only the rare totally pampered garage kept truck around here survives the test of time. But...putting all in perspective,if I had "my" money I`d be buyin`this one. I shouls see if he`d trade for my wrecker.He is a mechanic,afterall.I could see my 17 year old loving that thing.It`s nice to have a vintage ride you can give a kid without having a heart attack.I got my oldest son a`65 biscayne wagon that was a arge kept low mile survivor.He ran it 7 years.He was as popular with that as any Mutwang owner at his school. __________________ "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 ~ Last edited by special-K; 04-19-2009 at 09:11 AM.

04-19-2009, 11:51 AM	#7
gemiii Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Florida Posts: 121	Re: Thought I was buying one yesterday I would be interested. Where abouts is it? Looks like spring time where ever it is. George __________________ 69 Camaro Convt 427 AT PW PT(since 83) 72 3/4 ton Suburban (Project Mid Life Crisis Low Rider Burb) 1930 Model A Tudor next project (ratrod)

04-19-2009, 01:56 PM	#8
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Thought I was buying one yesterday It`s in Cenral Maryland...Westminster,about 45 minutes NW of Baltimore and SW of Hanover,PA.I should have grabbed the number.I have a doctor`s appointment in Westminster tomorrow morning.I`ll grab the number and get it to you. __________________ "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 ~

04-19-2009, 11:37 PM	#9
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Re: Thought I was buying one yesterday looks like its well worth the asking...

04-20-2009, 03:29 AM	#11
mr48chev Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Toppenish, WA Posts: 15,756	Re: Thought I was buying one yesterday Out here farmers bought the trucks and burbs with rubber floormats so they could open both doors and hose the dirt and mud out. I used to know a couple of guys around here who bragged about the rubber mats and being able to hose them out. The end result was lots of rust in the floors.

04-20-2009, 06:40 AM	#12
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Thought I was buying one yesterday Yeah,California rust...drip rails from over baked body sealer and rusted lowe kick panel from dust settling in the vents and that darm winter rain soaking in.our were like that 25 years ago.Now it`s the difference between cancer and a bad rash.lol Dang hosers,Rotting out a perfectly good classic...whenit was just a work 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 ~

04-21-2009, 08:33 PM	#13
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Thought I was buying one yesterday Here it is Gemiii,(410)751-6055.It sure was rainin` "H"s when I got it.Good luck and let us know what happens. __________________ "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 ~

04-27-2009, 07:13 AM	#14
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Thought I was buying one yesterday So,any follow up?Just curious if my effort resulting in anything. __________________ "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 ~



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