Sell or No Sell GM 8 Track Poll - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**70cst** · 03-11-2017, 11:56 AM

I bought this 8 track back in 2008 - The mechanics have been gone through but it will need a paint job.
Also - somewhere I have the NOS knobs. .
Having had it this long ... I am starting to think it will never get it installed in my truck.
I know GM 8 tracks do not come up for sell that often - I just want to be sure of my descison.
Thanks

This being the case ... would you sell or keep it just in case you might install it.

Oh ... this is "not" a for sale thread. If I sell it - it will go on here vs eBay.

Thanks

**chewychevy67** · 03-11-2017, 12:03 PM

I have sold so many rare parts not thinking I would use them and found out later I really needed it. And then try to find one Immediately after for the price you sold it for. I say unless you really need the cash or a buddy just needs that Single piece for his build to be complete keep it.

hamjet · 03-11-2017, 12:14 PM

If not in need of money, box it and put it away. it doesn't take up much space..I'll even volunteer to store it here! LOL

**dmjlambert** · 03-11-2017, 12:59 PM

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Originally Posted by 70cst

Having had it this long ... I am starting to think it will never get it installed in my truck.

I suggest just install it pronto. Get 'er done. You'll probably like it.

davepl · 03-11-2017, 01:29 PM

Put it in the truck with the old knobs. Save the NOS knobs for when you do sell it. Unless your truck is finished, then add the knobs!

**70cst** · 03-11-2017, 11:14 PM

So far it looks like "Keep".

YBNORML · 03-12-2017, 07:23 PM

I say keep it as well.

That being said, this is probably the worst place for you to ask this question, as i believe most of us here suffer from some form hoarding brought on by an unhealthy attachment to these trucks.

**Canuckvetter** · 03-12-2017, 07:37 PM

^^^^x2

**Warrens69GMC** · 03-12-2017, 08:53 PM

Unless you have a decent collection of USABLE 8 tracks that you like, sell it.

It can degrade while it sits there making it worthless...

**70cst** · 03-13-2017, 05:14 PM

Appreciate the thoughts...

**70cst** · 03-16-2017, 12:08 AM

1 more bump before I decide ...

Tuff Gong · 03-16-2017, 12:30 AM

I sold mine for $1300 and I'm glad I did.

**special-K** · 03-16-2017, 07:45 AM

I'd sell it. I used to get giddy over having all the bells & whistles available. But now I don't want anything I can't use. It's a novel thing and all that, but about anything else will be a better choice for listening to music, which is their purpose. I had a N.O.S. tissue dispenser. One day it hit me I rarely use tissues, it would be there on the hump in the way making vacuuming harder, and a tissue dispenser in a K/20? Really?? How wimpy is that???

I even sold the bucket seat, console, and custom made covers because in the end it's more important to be able to haul two passengers or a dog, have a place to pile my junk, and I had a nice correct bench seat with good cover just sitting in the shop. Hmmm... even back then I got $300 for covers, $300 for N.O.S. console, and $450 for the bucket seats while my free seat just sat there waiting for mice to chew into it.

I had N.O.S. shoulder belts, too. Sold 'em. They are a pain in the butt to wear. I feel like a Mexican bandito with gun belts over both shoulders. Two stinkin' buckles to deal with every time you get in or out. They were like an after thought and nothing like wearing shoulder belts designed for the vehicle to be convenient. I love these trucks and it's all about driving them for me. So, I'd take the money and run. You could have some nice music in your truck with the money. Something that will work and hold up way better than an 8-track

**70cst** · 03-20-2017, 01:01 AM

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Originally Posted by special-K

I'd sell it. I used to get giddy over having all the bells & whistles available. But now I don't want anything I can't use. It's a novel thing and all that, but about anything else will be a better choice for listening to music, which is their purpose. I had a N.O.S. tissue dispenser. One day it hit me I rarely use tissues, it would be there on the hump in the way making vacuuming harder, and a tissue dispenser in a K/20? Really?? How wimpy is that???

I even sold the bucket seat, console, and custom made covers because in the end it's more important to be able to haul two passengers or a dog, have a place to pile my junk, and I had a nice correct bench seat with good cover just sitting in the shop. Hmmm... even back then I got $300 for covers, $300 for N.O.S. console, and $450 for the bucket seats while my free seat just sat there waiting for mice to chew into it.

I had N.O.S. shoulder belts, too. Sold 'em. They are a pain in the butt to wear. I feel like a Mexican bandito with gun belts over both shoulders. Two stinkin' buckles to deal with every time you get in or out. They were like an after thought and nothing like wearing shoulder belts designed for the vehicle to be convenient. I love these trucks and it's all about driving them for me. So, I'd take the money and run. You could have some nice music in your truck with the money. Something that will work and hold up way better than an 8-track

I hear you ....

I have had this for about 8 yrs and its been mechanically gone through. The fact I haven't installed it after this time - maybe its time to let her go.

**70cst** · 03-20-2017, 01:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brian Atkinson

I sold mine for $1300 and I'm glad I did.

Congrats ...

To me it was worth that to the guy who need that final option.

As said - I think I'm going to sell mine.

CastIron · 03-20-2017, 01:09 AM

I say sell because the money you get for it could buy a lot of things you'd actually use.

Tuff Gong · 03-20-2017, 01:33 AM

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Originally Posted by castiron

i say sell because the money you get for it could buy a lot of things you'd actually use.

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View Poll Results: Do I keep the GM 8 Track or sell it?
Yes - sell the GM 8 track.	14	42.42%
No Keep the GM 8 Track	19	57.58%
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03-11-2017, 11:56 AM	#1
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,375	Sell or No Sell GM 8 Track Poll I bought this 8 track back in 2008 - The mechanics have been gone through but it will need a paint job. Also - somewhere I have the NOS knobs. . Having had it this long ... I am starting to think it will never get it installed in my truck. I know GM 8 tracks do not come up for sell that often - I just want to be sure of my descison. Thanks This being the case ... would you sell or keep it just in case you might install it. Oh ... this is "not" a for sale thread. If I sell it - it will go on here vs eBay. Thanks __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder! Last edited by 70cst; 03-11-2017 at 12:02 PM.

03-11-2017, 12:03 PM	#2
chewychevy67 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Here Posts: 5,576	Re: Sell or No Sell GM 8 Track Poll I have sold so many rare parts not thinking I would use them and found out later I really needed it. And then try to find one Immediately after for the price you sold it for. I say unless you really need the cash or a buddy just needs that Single piece for his build to be complete keep it.

03-11-2017, 12:14 PM	#3
hamjet Registered User Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: South Westerlo, New York Posts: 1,325	Re: Sell or No Sell GM 8 Track Poll If not in need of money, box it and put it away. it doesn't take up much space..I'll even volunteer to store it here! LOL __________________ Thanks, Joe.. 1969 C/10, 348 C.I., 3X2 bbl. V8, 2004r , LWB.

03-11-2017, 01:29 PM	#5
davepl Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Redmond, WA Posts: 6,334	Re: Sell or No Sell GM 8 Track Poll Put it in the truck with the old knobs. Save the NOS knobs for when you do sell it. Unless your truck is finished, then add the knobs! __________________ 1970 GMC Sierra Grande Custom Camper - Built, not Bought 1969 Pontiac 2+2 427/390 4-speed Coupe 1969 Pontiac 2+2 427/390 4-speed Convertible

03-11-2017, 11:14 PM	#6
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,375	Re: Sell or No Sell GM 8 Track Poll So far it looks like "Keep". __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

03-12-2017, 07:23 PM	#7
YBNORML Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Posts: 3,844	Re: Sell or No Sell GM 8 Track Poll I say keep it as well. That being said, this is probably the worst place for you to ask this question, as i believe most of us here suffer from some form hoarding brought on by an unhealthy attachment to these trucks. __________________ --------------------------------------------------------------- Jason. 68’ GMC shortbox https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=794201 72' 2WD Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=425385 67' LongBox C-10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=691845 InstaGram ybnorml67

03-12-2017, 07:37 PM	#8
Canuckvetter How did I get this OLD! Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Lamont County, AB, CANADA Posts: 1,053	Re: Sell or No Sell GM 8 Track Poll ^^^^x2 __________________ 1967 Oshawa built LWB Fleetside. 327,3 OTT, 515 Vermilion, CST, PS, PB, Shoulder Harness, Tach,Vac, Speed Warning, Choke Delete, Manual Throttle, Fawn interior. Dealer installed A/C 04/2015, N34 Rosewood Wheel 06/2023 Members who I have met personally. Metaldoc, chevnkevin, 62 Longbed, 72LHorn, 72MARIO, YBNORML, TBONE1964, Classic Bowties, Chevemall, Dagnabbitt.

03-12-2017, 08:53 PM	#9
Warrens69GMC Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Safford,AZ Posts: 3,625	Re: Sell or No Sell GM 8 Track Poll Unless you have a decent collection of USABLE 8 tracks that you like, sell it. It can degrade while it sits there making it worthless... __________________ 1969 307, t350 1950 Chevy Wagon 1978 Big 10 1967 C10, 250,3-OTT

03-13-2017, 05:14 PM	#10
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,375	Re: Sell or No Sell GM 8 Track Poll Appreciate the thoughts... __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

03-16-2017, 12:08 AM	#11
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,375	Re: Sell or No Sell GM 8 Track Poll 1 more bump before I decide ... __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

03-16-2017, 12:30 AM	#12
Tuff Gong Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Glendale, AZ Posts: 3,178	Re: Sell or No Sell GM 8 Track Poll I sold mine for $1300 and I'm glad I did.

03-16-2017, 07:45 AM	#13
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Sell or No Sell GM 8 Track Poll I'd sell it. I used to get giddy over having all the bells & whistles available. But now I don't want anything I can't use. It's a novel thing and all that, but about anything else will be a better choice for listening to music, which is their purpose. I had a N.O.S. tissue dispenser. One day it hit me I rarely use tissues, it would be there on the hump in the way making vacuuming harder, and a tissue dispenser in a K/20? Really?? How wimpy is that??? I even sold the bucket seat, console, and custom made covers because in the end it's more important to be able to haul two passengers or a dog, have a place to pile my junk, and I had a nice correct bench seat with good cover just sitting in the shop. Hmmm... even back then I got $300 for covers, $300 for N.O.S. console, and $450 for the bucket seats while my free seat just sat there waiting for mice to chew into it. I had N.O.S. shoulder belts, too. Sold 'em. They are a pain in the butt to wear. I feel like a Mexican bandito with gun belts over both shoulders. Two stinkin' buckles to deal with every time you get in or out. They were like an after thought and nothing like wearing shoulder belts designed for the vehicle to be convenient. I love these trucks and it's all about driving them for me. So, I'd take the money and run. You could have some nice music in your truck with the money. Something that will work and hold up way better than an 8-track __________________ "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 ~

03-20-2017, 01:09 AM	#16
CastIron Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: Oregon Posts: 330	Re: Sell or No Sell GM 8 Track Poll I say sell because the money you get for it could buy a lot of things you'd actually use.



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