looking at a '66 to potentially buy tomorrow

[nikwho]

So, today is my birthday. I drive by this '66 every shift on my way into work. It never moves. I have wanted to stop and see if they want to sell it for the past six months but didn't want to be rude. They listed it today, on my birthday. I think its an omen. meant to be! Im going to look at it. I wish it was a V8 but I have my '59 and my '83 with the bigger motors. This would be fun to keep all original. What do you guys think? I'll get a better idea of the condition tomorrow when I can get over there. Bummer part is its only a mile down the road but its just outside of our fire district boundaries so we cant run over there on duty. I'm going to try to run over there tomorrow first thing in the morning.

[nikwho]

Its a 1966 Chevy C-20 Camper Special. Long Bed. Straight 6. Original engine. 98k original miles. PO started to restore and ran out of time. they are asking $2,000 for it

[dmwphoto]

from what I can see it is very nice. That body style has huge potential. good luck!

[gulffishin]

Oh yeah, its worth it. That's a factory ac cab. Prob has pwr brakes or steering too. I would buy it on my way home if it were me. It won't last long at 2k
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[nikwho]

I'm going to try. I emailed them and i'm anxiously awaiting a response. I sure hope it works out!!

[gulffishin]

::fingers crossed::
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[nikwho]

haha... me too! I have already been looking at offenhauser intake manifolds, bee hive oil filters and different ways to lower it. If I can pull off buying it, im going to shoot for lowering it about 2/4 or so, dressing up the engine compartment, maybe some new carpet and call it a driver.

[jchav62]

That's a very clean truck. I noticed the A/C cab right away too. Pretty rare. Probably has some pretty decent options... power brakes, maybe p/s. Does it say what size engine it has? You would think since its a '66 3/4 ton with A/C that it would have a 283 or a 327. Good luck!

[markeb01]

That's a nice looking truck. First thing I also noticed was the factory A/C dash. If it's as clean as it looks that's a great price, and agree it won't last long. Good luck, and happy birthday!

[61_FL_Apache]

Go for it!! Its looks like a sweet deal.

[nikwho]

its a done deal if they call me back! its a straight six though. im ok with that.

[markeb01]

If I were just beginning to build my truck right now, I'd be very happy with an inline six. Easy to work on, very dependable and they look really cool with a bunch of vintage speed equipment bolted on.

[nikwho]

thats what I was thinking! I already have two V8 trucks. :-)

[61_FL_Apache]

Originally Posted by nikwho

its a done deal if they call me back! its a straight six though. im ok with that.

Nothing wrong with that. I had one in my 65 and it was a lot of fun too.

[nikwho]

do these have coils in the rear as opposed to leafs?

[gulffishin]

Originally Posted by markeb01

If I were just beginning to build my truck right now, I'd be very happy with an inline six. Easy to work on, very dependable and they look really cool with a bunch of vintage speed equipment bolted on.

Me too, while I was shopping for a truck a few years ago I looked at a truck similar to mine, but with an inline 6 and I decided against it b/c I had never had a v8 vehicle. Now I wish I had gotten it. They're quieter, easier on gas, have enough power for a driver and just look more original to me...

[jchav62]

Nothing wrong with a 6. It maybe be the sought after 292. Those things haul when they are souped up. It would be cooler that heck... You may have to go knock on their door now...

[nikwho]

I'm stuck at work until tomorrow morning. :-( its frustrating because its literally right down the street from where I am. Can't leave our district and this is just out of our district.

[gulffishin]

Yeah that must be frustrating. Maybe you could call them and let them know you are interested, maybe get some more information about it before you go over there tomorrow.

[nikwho]

I emailed them. that is all that they left in the add. I was hoping for a quicker response.

[valero]

Originally Posted by nikwho

I emailed them. that is all that they left in the add. I was hoping for a quicker response.

lol...you gotta be biting the s#*t outta your fingernails right now!!! its a beautiful truck man definitely keep the 6 in it when it becomes yours though....theyre tough as nails and just a super classy lookin piece of machinery, especially when theyre cleaned up...id say its probably a 250...thats what i had in my 66 fleet...

anyhoo, i feel your frustration though...a bunch of new parts for my 63 are ready to be picked up, but gotta wait til tomorrow cause im stuck at my firehouse too, lol...lotta this goin on--->...aka, anticipation


good luck brother! stay safe and keep us posted...

[nikwho]

haha. yeah, biting my finger nails for sure! Where do people get off not checking and responding to their emails for three hours?!?! I'm hoping they will maybe respond around five or six... the after work crowd. There is another '64 in town that is lined up as a reserve. but im digging this '66!! I love the color.

[nikwho]

Well, i just got off of the phone with the guy. His uncle bought it new. So he is the second owner. He had the body work and paint done by a reputable shop here in town a couple of years ago. has new carpet kit in a box. has newer wheels and newer tires. He started it yesterday. It is a running, driving truck that just needs to be finished. I will be going to his house with a trailer first thing in the am.

[valero]

Originally Posted by nikwho

haha. yeah, biting my finger nails for sure! Where do people get off not checking and responding to their emails for three hours?!?! I'm hoping they will maybe respond around five or six... the after work crowd. There is another '64 in town that is lined up as a reserve. but im digging this '66!! I love the color.

haha...yeah, that things pretty sexy im sure you'll hear somethin back soon....

[nikwho]

he says the only thing that it needs is a good carb cleaning but it will drive as is.