Good deal? 1983 Chevy K20 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

sethv · 08-27-2011, 04:09 PM

Hey guys. I was talking to my uncle's friend last night he proposed a deal with me. He had a '83 K20 and he sold it to a friend of his.

He said if I wanted to, he'd go halfs with me to buy it back. He said the only thing he wants is the engine (It's a 327). So I would be getting the whole truck (with a fresh Turbo 400 that has a shift kit or something) and it's in good shape. Cab comes from Texas and the bed is from a salvage yard in which the truck came from the south. Only major problem is, the frame is weak up by the steering box and near the rear shocks.

If it's got a good price do you guys think I should go for it? My truck's pretty old and tired, but the frame is 100% solid. I was thinking if I can get it, swap the cabs, and use the good bed panels to fix mine up (I prefer short boxes, like my truck has now) and use the K20 as a plow truck in the winter. Or keep it and sell my truck, since the K20 is in such better shape

What is your opinion?

71swb4x4 · 08-27-2011, 04:21 PM

I have no idea what your opinion of a good price is. I guess if you think it's a good price then do it. Otherwise post the price here and you should get some good recommendations.

PaRedneckRiders · 08-27-2011, 04:34 PM

Depends on the price if you want to use your frame and motor and used that cab go for it.
But if they guy would want say 1500$ that would be 750$ for a cab good cab a bed your not going to use and an 83 front clip now granted if you just wanted the cab you could prob sell the rest to someone that needs it and get a decent amount of what you had in it back if it was all good and you just wanted the cab.

I saw this not top long ago that doesnt look bad for being around here but needs a little bit o work would be a heck of a haul for you tho.
http://classifieds.pennswoods.net/cl...dindex=1304340

**old Rusty C10** · 08-27-2011, 10:27 PM

dont know what you want to do but ihave a 305 motor you could have if you wanna come to NJ to get it.it ran when pulled and did use some oil..but didnt smoke that bad.. it would need a intake and carb as i re used them on the new crate motor

sethv · 08-28-2011, 11:40 PM

I saw that truck on Pennswoods the other day lol, it's too far away (see below)

Rusty, that's a great gesture and I really do appreciate it!!! However I think i'll have to pass on your generous offer, as I don't really have anything reliable enough to travel long distances. Thanks though!

Still haven't got a hold of them though, I just hope that it's not a joke..

08-27-2011, 04:09 PM	#1
sethv Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Bradford, PA Posts: 395	Good deal? 1983 Chevy K20 Hey guys. I was talking to my uncle's friend last night he proposed a deal with me. He had a '83 K20 and he sold it to a friend of his. He said if I wanted to, he'd go halfs with me to buy it back. He said the only thing he wants is the engine (It's a 327). So I would be getting the whole truck (with a fresh Turbo 400 that has a shift kit or something) and it's in good shape. Cab comes from Texas and the bed is from a salvage yard in which the truck came from the south. Only major problem is, the frame is weak up by the steering box and near the rear shocks. If it's got a good price do you guys think I should go for it? My truck's pretty old and tired, but the frame is 100% solid. I was thinking if I can get it, swap the cabs, and use the good bed panels to fix mine up (I prefer short boxes, like my truck has now) and use the K20 as a plow truck in the winter. Or keep it and sell my truck, since the K20 is in such better shape What is your opinion? __________________ 1981 K10 Scottsdale 305 ci \| TH350 \| NP208 \| 60k miles

08-27-2011, 04:21 PM	#2
71swb4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Brookings, SD Posts: 10,497	Re: Good deal? 1983 Chevy K20 I have no idea what your opinion of a good price is. I guess if you think it's a good price then do it. Otherwise post the price here and you should get some good recommendations. __________________ Some people are like slinkies, they aren't good for anything, but you can't help but smile when you see one tumble down the stairs.

08-27-2011, 04:34 PM	#3
PaRedneckRiders Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Armagh,PA Posts: 138	Re: Good deal? 1983 Chevy K20 Depends on the price if you want to use your frame and motor and used that cab go for it. But if they guy would want say 1500$ that would be 750$ for a cab good cab a bed your not going to use and an 83 front clip now granted if you just wanted the cab you could prob sell the rest to someone that needs it and get a decent amount of what you had in it back if it was all good and you just wanted the cab. I saw this not top long ago that doesnt look bad for being around here but needs a little bit o work would be a heck of a haul for you tho. http://classifieds.pennswoods.net/cl...dindex=1304340

08-27-2011, 10:27 PM	#4
old Rusty C10 Robert Olson Transport Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: recent transplant to NC USA Posts: 20,310	Re: Good deal? 1983 Chevy K20 dont know what you want to do but ihave a 305 motor you could have if you wanna come to NJ to get it.it ran when pulled and did use some oil..but didnt smoke that bad.. it would need a intake and carb as i re used them on the new crate motor __________________ Bob 1951 International running on a squarebody chassis "If a man's worth is judged by the people he associates himself with, then i am the richest man in the world knowing some of the fine people of this board" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...t.php?f=25&a=9 (you can review the site rules here!) PM Me for your vehicle/parts hauling needs in the North East US or see my Facebook page Robert Olson Transport Live each day to the fullest.. you never know when fate is going to pull the rug out from under you... I hate cancer!!

08-28-2011, 11:40 PM	#5
sethv Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Bradford, PA Posts: 395	Re: Good deal? 1983 Chevy K20 I saw that truck on Pennswoods the other day lol, it's too far away (see below) Rusty, that's a great gesture and I really do appreciate it!!! However I think i'll have to pass on your generous offer, as I don't really have anything reliable enough to travel long distances. Thanks though! Still haven't got a hold of them though, I just hope that it's not a joke.. __________________ 1981 K10 Scottsdale 305 ci \| TH350 \| NP208 \| 60k miles



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