1968 CST 50th anniversary truck - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

bow-tie-bandit · 07-28-2003, 09:23 PM

Hello everyone. While I am new to this board I am not new to the world of 67-72 chevy trucks. I want to thank all the people who make this site possible as it is a great place to get answers and other information on our trucks. I recently read about the 50th anniversary trucks on this board and learned that I had a 68 CST with a 327, tach, tilt, buckets, and the paint code 551. I guess I shouldnt have sold that one. Well 2 weeks ago I sold my 69 GMC 396 LWB truck and my 67 chev 4x4. It was a sad day seeing my last two trucks go as I didn't have any more. I lasted 1week and I had to get my fix.(withdrawls were way too much for me to handle) On the 25th I bought a 68 CST with a 396, air cab, camper special,etc. Yes it is the paint code 551. Anyway my question is does anyone know how many of the 50th anniversary trucks were built and are there any web pages dedicated to these trucks? Thanks again. (sorry for the long post)

*racedvl* · 07-28-2003, 09:55 PM

Welcome to the board! And sadly there are no #'s as to how many 551 paint codes there was. Sounds like you got a great buy!

Hutch · 07-28-2003, 10:35 PM

bow-tie-bandit
Sounds and looks like a sweet truck.
All of the 50th Anniversary models came with the 625 parchment/gold interior as part of the package.
One of the regular boardmembers has a site with some good
pics and information.
Here is a link:50th Anniversary Trucks
I have a few pics myself.
From what I have gathered there were not a lot but they are not as rare as some models.
Unique:yes Rare: somewhat.
They also came with different packages from longhorn to short beds.
All were fleets though.
Different trim packages also.
There was also the full spectrum of drivetrains from I-6 to 4x4.

Have fun

toms68cst · 07-28-2003, 10:39 PM

Welcome from another 68 fanatic!

68 Suburban · 07-28-2003, 10:45 PM

Hello from another 50th owner.

**Palf70Step** · 07-28-2003, 10:50 PM

Welcome to the board. Nice truck.

Longhorn Man · 07-28-2003, 11:24 PM

Hutch, thanks for pimpin the page on my site!
Along with the rest of my site,the 50th page needs updating too. I have some more pictures to post on there.
Welcome to the board.

07-28-2003, 09:23 PM	#1
bow-tie-bandit Live life and be happy. Join Date: May 2003 Location: Spokane,Washington Posts: 266	1968 CST 50th anniversary truck Hello everyone. While I am new to this board I am not new to the world of 67-72 chevy trucks. I want to thank all the people who make this site possible as it is a great place to get answers and other information on our trucks. I recently read about the 50th anniversary trucks on this board and learned that I had a 68 CST with a 327, tach, tilt, buckets, and the paint code 551. I guess I shouldnt have sold that one. Well 2 weeks ago I sold my 69 GMC 396 LWB truck and my 67 chev 4x4. It was a sad day seeing my last two trucks go as I didn't have any more. I lasted 1week and I had to get my fix.(withdrawls were way too much for me to handle) On the 25th I bought a 68 CST with a 396, air cab, camper special,etc. Yes it is the paint code 551. Anyway my question is does anyone know how many of the 50th anniversary trucks were built and are there any web pages dedicated to these trucks? Thanks again. (sorry for the long post) Attached Images

07-28-2003, 10:35 PM	#3
Hutch Registered User Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Grapevine, Tx. Posts: 2,142	bow-tie-bandit Sounds and looks like a sweet truck. All of the 50th Anniversary models came with the 625 parchment/gold interior as part of the package. One of the regular boardmembers has a site with some good pics and information. Here is a link:50th Anniversary Trucks I have a few pics myself. From what I have gathered there were not a lot but they are not as rare as some models. Unique:yes Rare: somewhat. They also came with different packages from longhorn to short beds. All were fleets though. Different trim packages also. There was also the full spectrum of drivetrains from I-6 to 4x4. Have fun __________________ John Hutchison Grapevine,Texas 68 1/2 t swb 68 Mustang 69 Jaguar 71 1/2 t swb 88 Supra CompTs6m 93 Escort GT 2005 Corolla XRS

07-28-2003, 10:39 PM	#4
toms68cst Registered User Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Bismarck, ND Posts: 4,300	Welcome from another 68 fanatic! __________________ Unrestored 68 C-10 CST. Original 327. 4-Speed CH465. 50k or so miles. TREASURER, Drum Brake Club.

07-28-2003, 10:45 PM	#5
68 Suburban Registered User Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: From Chicago, Live in Phoenix, AZ Posts: 6,802	Hello from another 50th owner. __________________ Just sitting here contemplating contemplation.

07-28-2003, 10:50 PM	#6
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,322	Welcome to the board. Nice truck. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

07-28-2003, 09:55 PM	#2
racedvl Account Suspended Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Woodstock, IL Posts: 7,020	Welcome to the board! And sadly there are no #'s as to how many 551 paint codes there was. Sounds like you got a great buy!

07-28-2003, 11:24 PM	#7
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Hutch, thanks for pimpin the page on my site! Along with the rest of my site,the 50th page needs updating too. I have some more pictures to post on there. Welcome to the board.



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