Hey everyone, hope to be at owner of a 1955 first series 1 ton soon but wanted to get some opinions on this one before I do. Do you think it's worth $2k to give based on the pictures attached or should I move on to the next deal? I'm concerned that it's been sitting for 10 years and floor looks rough (probably not an easy fix). Title confirms it's a 55 and appears to have a 235 from around 1959 (checked block number). Has dump bed, guessing aftermarket thinking original was 1 hydraulic, and all trim seems to be there. So you think it's a good deal to get started in this game called restoration?
Also, consider yourself lucky that the title has the 1955 Vehicle Serial Number on it rather than the 1959 Engine Serial Number (at least, that is what it looks like based on your posts above)?
Rough?? Looks pretty darn solid to at least me......or maybe its just me that always gets the basket cases. Go for it. A truck, especially a dump truck, will always pay its way. Get before someone else drives it away!
You can't go wrong at 2K. Put 1500 in an envelope. After you make you last walk around, pull the envelope from your pocket and extend it to them and say, "Will you take 1500 cash for the truck?" Be prepared to accept his counter-offer, even if it's the 2K.
Rough?? Looks pretty darn solid to at least me......or maybe its just me that always gets the basket cases. Go for it. A truck, especially a dump truck, will always pay its way. Get before someone else drives it away!
I was going to say the same thing. I would be tempted on this truck if it were in my area, looks like a really fun project. Go for it!!
1953 Chevrolet 3100 261 cu inch, sm420, 3.55 rear, torque tube still,omaha orange, still 6 volt, RPO green glass, side carrier spare, all done In the DITY Gallery Video of the 261 running
1964 GMC 1000 305 Big Block V6, sm420, the next cab off restoration
Report back when you get her home. Let the fun begin.
1953 Chevrolet 3100 261 cu inch, sm420, 3.55 rear, torque tube still,omaha orange, still 6 volt, RPO green glass, side carrier spare, all done In the DITY Gallery Video of the 261 running
1964 GMC 1000 305 Big Block V6, sm420, the next cab off restoration
Just because we “talked me into it”, doesn’t mean you get to blame us for all the blood, sweat and tears along with the large quantities of cash rushing out the door. Dirty looks from the significant other are on you buddy. Enjoy!ðŸ‘ðŸ»
Martin '62 Chevy C-10 Stepside Shortbed (Restomod in progress) '47 Chevy 3100 5 Window (long term project) ‘65 Chevy Biscayne (Emily) ‘39 Dodge Business Coupe (Clarence) “I fought the law and the law won" now I are a retired one! Support those brave men/women who stand the "Thin Blue Line"! Hug a cop! USAF 1965-1969 Weather Observation Tech (I got paid to look at the clouds)
If you've ever worked on an old house you know that every time you remove one board to fix a problem you find two more problems that need attention. It's the same with these old trucks. I've learned that every project takes at least twice as long as I think and costs 3 times what I plan for. By the time you get it "fixed up" the $2K will be just a fraction of your investment of time and $$. If you enjoy the process it's all worth it but don't plan on making any money on it. Good luck and keep us posted on your progress.
'64 swb stepside (gone) '57 1 ton '53 phone truck '59 swb '46 1 1/2 ton '68 swb gmc
Looking forward to hearing your "Truck Story". Enjoy!
Ron - - Dusty53 1954 Chevy 3604 In the Gallery Forum "You can't dance with the Devil and then wonder why you're still in Hell." "They will forget what you've said, and they will forget what you have done but they will never forget the way you made them feel."
Been a little bit since I've got back on here. Bought the truck and is awaiting restoration... once I get the time lol. Building a house now so this project is next!
