how much is this worth

[memphismade.l.a.w]

its a 69 c10 not put together trans engine wireng harness not in im looking in to buying it it is a swb only rust he says is in rocker panles what would yall pay?

[71 super]

No more than $400(prob. less) depending on what comes with it. You will have a lot just fixxing what he has messed up already.

[johnechi]

$200 bucks. The boat anchor is a buick engine.

[big_al_71]

I would say $500.00 at best..

[memphismade.l.a.w]

Originally Posted by johnechi

$200 bucks. The boat anchor is a buick engine.

he said its a 455 rocket motor idk what that is at all

[memphismade.l.a.w]

ok did some research its an olds motor

[too much stuff]

I would say $500 would be pushing it.

[memphismade.l.a.w]

Originally Posted by too much stuff

I would say $500 would be pushing it.

he said hed take 400 its a craigslist find im in memphis so ill have to drive to get it


http://memphis.craigslist.org/cto/1569030255.html

[too much stuff]

You will probably be ok at $400. Dump the engine and recoup some money and tear into a major project it looks like. It is a shortbed, thats the good thing. Let us know what happens...

[OhOneWS6]

Originally Posted by memphismade.l.a.w

he said its a 455 rocket motor idk what that is at all

I doubt that is an olds 455 rocket. That blue is the later model color Olds used. Rockets were gold. Sure someone could have painted it but I'm putting money on it being a plain old low compression Olds motor from the late 70s early 80s. It will not be worth much so don't count or recouping much from that motor.

Here is a site with tons of Olds info.
http://www.realoldspower.com/phpBB2/index.php

[lks dcvn]

Your best bet - is to find somebody local to it and have them go check it out - I am guessing that there is more than just rust in the rockers - this may save you a LOT of time and money.

Just a thought - although for $400 - I might take my chances...

[83Silverado]

I'm always looking on craigslist and other sites to, I will keep an eye out for you something

[69GMCLonghorn]

Yeah, that thing didn't just get dumped in that field. I'm thinking lots of surface rust, brake lines are probably shot, U-joints can't be good, etc. etc. You're looking at a ground up resto to whatever extent your wallet and abilities allow. Unless you're loaded (money wise) and have TONS of time on your hands, I'd look into spending maybe $2000 and get yourself something that is the model you want and actually runs. Once you do that, if you need a parts vehicle, THEN buy this lump of crap and have a field day!

[83Silverado]

Yeah im about to to spend $7k for a nice restored '71 truck that just needs a few odds and ends but all the headache is done already. I once tried to start with a truck like this and was going to be WAY more tha what im about to spend but well see

[Blue71LWB]

See if he would be willing to sell the bed off of it, and leave the rest where it sits.

[memphismade.l.a.w]

well im 16 so idk how much i can afford to do should i try talking down less you guys think and saying that its not a 455 in it

[weircc]

Originally Posted by 69GMCLonghorn

Yeah, that thing didn't just get dumped in that field. I'm thinking lots of surface rust, brake lines are probably shot, U-joints can't be good, etc. etc. You're looking at a ground up resto to whatever extent your wallet and abilities allow. Unless you're loaded (money wise) and have TONS of time on your hands, I'd look into spending maybe $2000 and get yourself something that is the model you want and actually runs. Once you do that, if you need a parts vehicle, THEN buy this lump of crap and have a field day!

yea what he said don't get something your gonna lose interest before you get started.

[too much stuff]

Seeing your age, i assume you have more time than money. See if the owner would take $200 and keep the engine. I wouldn't think you would want to use it anyhow. Maybe you can settle at $250-$300. I would look it over good for rust and make sure it isn't packed full of mud. Paint jobs like that spook me sometimes. If it is fairly clean you can't hardly loose at this point. Just don't get excited and jump into just because you want a truck. There are more out there if you don't like something about this one.

[71cheyenne4x4]

I don't think $400 is a bad at all if it has a clear title and is solid. If it really is a 455 you could sell that for almost what you paid for the truck and not have much in the truck at all.

[landon4421]

Purple

[70Custom10Nut]

What do yo like about this truck? I concur with all the advice above. show the guy 3 Ben Franklins and see what happens. If you're aiming to do a resto mod on it, you're looking at a complete frame off, strip the paint down (to get rid off the acid trip job that's on it now), and replace just about everything ($$$$) but the good sheet metal. Stay away from the 455, as it will suck you dry at the gas pump. Now mind you, this can be done, but if you're lookin to have this on the road in a couple weeks, look somewhere else. That's my .02

[memphismade.l.a.w]

Originally Posted by landon4421

Purple

i know man i got to get rid of that if i get it

[dhaymaker]

Just remember, everyone's "price" recommendation is going to be influenced by where they are located and how easy sheet metal is to come by in their area. I'm thinking two of the best recommendations are to 1) get someone in the local area to look at it and 2) offer $300, but be willing to walk away if he won't accept your offer.

And, when it comes to the "only rust", well, we've all been there!

[memphismade.l.a.w]

Originally Posted by dhaymaker

Just remember, everyone's "price" recommendation is going to be influenced by where they are located and how easy sheet metal is to come by in their area. I'm thinking two of the best recommendations are to 1) get someone in the local area to look at it and 2) offer $300, but be willing to walk away if he won't accept your offer.

And, when it comes to the "only rust", well, we've all been there!

yea man hears the bad thing man i dont know anybody out there and im starting to get the idea that its not worth as much as he thinks.


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[OARNGESI]

I wouldnt have any problems paying 400 for that truck the short fleet bed would sell quick for 300-400