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27 Mar 2009Old Chevy trucks for sale are on the increase and more popular with the collectors, this becomes evident if you have been to a classic truck show lately. old Chevy trucks for sale are being restored all around the nation. Why is it that old Chevy trucks for sale,in particular the 67-72 models, that has everyone looking to rebuild one? Perhaps it is because old Chevy trucks for sale are truly “built like a rock”, or maybe because of childhood memories riding in dad’s old Chevy work truck. Let’s take a look at some of the most popular years of old Chevy trucks for sale right now.
Youtube has lots of videos you can learn from as well. There is a large selection of old chevy truck videos.
Some of the collectible years of old Chevy trucks are late 60’s and early 70’s
1969 was a good year for the old chevy trucks Who could ever forget the 1969 model? This was the year a classic engine was made available, the 350 cid V-8. 2002 was the last year the 350 cid was made in the US. It is still produced in Mexico. The funny thing is this is one engine size you will find cut across manufacturers lines being available in GM and Ford model vehicles. The K-5 blazer and the GMC Jimmy also made their first appearances this year.
What about the 1970 year model?The grille was one small difference between ‘69 and ‘70. Other then that, there was very little change.
The 1971 Chevy truck pretty much looks the same, some very minimal changes to the interior.Chrome trim and extra padding were added depending on options chosen. If you wanted a FM radio in the truck, 1971 was the first year Chevy offered this option.
Chevrolet still refuses to mess with perfection, as they still do not change much on their trucks. A little wood grain for the interior of some models and a repositioned rear view mirror is about all there is to report for 1972. I hope I can help you become savvier next time you notice old Chevy trucks for sale on the road. For over 10 years I have been restoring, collecting, and selling old trucks. My blog contains lots of useful information on finding not only the current value of your old truck, but how to find the best deals on old trucks for sale. I hope you have found this useful.
Understanding what you can put into a old Chevy truck to maintain its value of an original classic and be useful, when you are considering a resto job. Knowledge of what bolt hole patterns changed in the ‘71 model year can be advantageous.

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