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blessthess · 08-04-2006, 06:18 PM

I was wondering what type of a value did a 2wd conversion have, is it worth as much as a 4wd? Or in between a 4wd and factory 2wd? What about the way it was converted? Does anyone know someone who sold one?
Thanks everyone

hotrodhomi · 08-04-2006, 09:47 PM

I looked at buying a few before I found my real one. They are a lot cheaper as far as I could tell. But I wouldn't buy one for the resale value. You will never get what you put into it. Get one that you are happy with ot would make a good project.

**special-K** · 08-04-2006, 10:19 PM

On anything custom,the value is found in fit & finish.I think a top notch custom would be more valueable than a lesser original.Once an original is highly modified,original doesn`t matter.I mean,if I took a 2wd 70-72 Blazer and did a bag job w/DOM tube arms & 4-link,what difference would it make how it started out?

71swb4x4 · 08-04-2006, 11:05 PM

You pose the question like a factory 4wd is worth more than a factory 2wd.
I think a factory 2wd is worth the most. A converted 4wd to 2wd is probably worth about the same as a 4wd, maybe a little more.
Of course ultimately this all depends on the buyer.

bouncytruck · 08-05-2006, 12:09 AM

As with any modification, the quality of the modification and the skill level of modifier. A poor job will drop the value. A top notch modification, like kyle4381 is doing to his Blazer (http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?t=207004), will add value. With the shortage of 2wd Blazers, a quality conversion should bring more than a equal level 4wd.

LUV2XCLR8 · 08-08-2006, 05:27 PM

Well here are the numbers for Originals

2wd's are in RED and the 4wd's are in BLUE

1969

1/2-Ton Blazer - Model K/Series 10 - 104-in. w.b.
MODEL BODY TYPE PRICE WEIGHT PROD.TOTAL
KE10514 Open Utility 2852 2947 4935

1970

1/2-Ton Blazer 4x2 - Model C/Series 10 - 104-in. w.b.
MODEL BODY TYPE PRICE WEIGHT PROD.TOTAL
CS10514 Open Utility 2385 3375
CE10514 Open Utility 2852 2947
NOTE: 4x2 (both E and S) production = 985

1/2-Ton Blazer 4x4 - Model K/Series 10 - 104-in. w.b.
MODEL BODY TYPE PRICE WEIGHT PROD.TOTAL
KS10514 Open Utility 2955 3677
KE10514 Open Utility 3050 3807
NOTE: 4x4 (both E and S) production = 11527

1971

1/2-Ton Blazer 4x2 - Model C/Series 10 - 104-in. w.b.
MODEL BODY TYPE PRICE WEIGHT PROD.TOTAL
CS10514 Open Utility 2659 3375 1277

1/2-Ton Blazer 4x4 - Model K/Series 10 - 104-in. w.b.
MODEL BODY TYPE PRICE WEIGHT PROD.TOTAL
KS10514 Open Utility 3234 3677 17220

1972

1/2-Ton Blazer 4x2 - Model C/Series 10 - 104-in. w.b.
MODEL BODY TYPE PRICE WEIGHT PROD.TOTAL
CS10514 Open Utility 2585 3375 3357

1/2-Ton Blazer 4x4 - Model K/Series 10 - 104-in. w.b.
MODEL BODY TYPE PRICE WEIGHT PROD.TOTAL
KS10514 Open Utility 3145 3677 44266

So in summary,

1969 - NO 2WD'S WERE MADE
1970 - 1 IN 11.7 WERE 2WD
1971 - 1 IN 13.4 WERE 2WD
1972 - 1 IN 13.1 WERE 2WD

Based on these #'s I would say that any 4wd made into a custom 2wd
could be worth as much as a factory 2wd, but only if you have a buyer.

Rokcrln · 08-08-2006, 10:59 PM

Here is my take on it. An original 2wd is always going to be worth more than a 4x4 in the same condition. A 2wd original is going to always be worth more than a 4x4 converted to 2wd in the same condition as the original, as clones are never worth as much. A full custom (original 2wd) can and normaly is worth alot more than a stocker if built right. Even if an original 2wd if so fully built that nothing remains stock it is still worth more than a simularly built 4x4 converted to 2wd since the true 2wd is infact registered as a 2wd and more rare to start with. Now if a 4x4 is converted to 2wd and done well it can be worth alot more than a lesser built original 2wd. Same goes for a 4x4 that is still 4x4 if built right but the problem is their were alot more made so it is not rare as compaired to others. Now with all this being said they are only worth what someone is willing to pay for it and it will always cost more to build one than just go out and buy one built. Knowing this I still will be building one my self (70 2wd full custom) just because I always want to change what someone else has already done so it ends up costing twice as much!

Kevin
LFD Inc.

bouncytruck · 08-08-2006, 11:26 PM

Yup!

Pop's72 · 08-09-2006, 05:24 AM

Kevin nailed it!!

**raggedjim** · 08-10-2006, 01:09 PM

Well, when I bought my blazer ( a 69 4x4 tub on a 70 2wd frame) I wasn't really thinking about resale value. I wish it had the 2wd vin number on the tub but these are so hard to find I bought it anyway.

I think conversions are fine as long as it isn't mis-represented and I think the value of it would be dependent on condition, and quality of the conversion. Even a converted 2wd is cooler than almost anything else you see on the road...

I don't like my 2wd jimmy any more than I do the blazer, they both make me happy...

Rg

Rokcrln · 08-10-2006, 07:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by raggedjim

Even a converted 2wd is cooler than almost anything else you see on the road...

I don't like my 2wd jimmy!
Rg

I must agree 100% on all accounts...LOL

Kevin
LFD Inc.

**raggedjim** · 08-11-2006, 12:15 PM

Hmmm, I think I've been misquoted!

I LOVE MY JIMMY! (and you too, Blazer)

Rg

Rokcrln · 08-11-2006, 07:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by raggedjim

Hmmm, I think I've been misquoted!

I LOVE MY JIMMY! (and you too, Blazer)

Rg

all in good fun..

kyle4381 · 08-11-2006, 09:58 PM

I have 2wd that started life as a 4wd. It once was lifted on 44" mud tires. I really don't care one way or the other. I would of chucked the stock suspension components even if it was a factory 2wd as well. I think it would only effect the resale value if you were doing a factory restoration.If it is customized I don't see the conversion making a diffference in value.

08-04-2006, 06:18 PM	#1
blessthess Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: colorado springs Posts: 91	conversion value I was wondering what type of a value did a 2wd conversion have, is it worth as much as a 4wd? Or in between a 4wd and factory 2wd? What about the way it was converted? Does anyone know someone who sold one? Thanks everyone __________________ There's only one type of cool in the world and if you have to ask then your not cool

08-04-2006, 09:47 PM	#2
hotrodhomi Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Sacramento Posts: 3,737	Re: conversion value I looked at buying a few before I found my real one. They are a lot cheaper as far as I could tell. But I wouldn't buy one for the resale value. You will never get what you put into it. Get one that you are happy with ot would make a good project. __________________ '72 2wd blazer, bagged w/ watts link & EDC '72 C10 "Lowered Farm Truck" STOLEN 5-18-11 '66 impala ht

08-04-2006, 10:19 PM	#3
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,862	Re: conversion value On anything custom,the value is found in fit & finish.I think a top notch custom would be more valueable than a lesser original.Once an original is highly modified,original doesn`t matter.I mean,if I took a 2wd 70-72 Blazer and did a bag job w/DOM tube arms & 4-link,what difference would it make how it started out? __________________ "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 ~

08-04-2006, 11:05 PM	#4
71swb4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Brookings, SD Posts: 10,497	Re: conversion value You pose the question like a factory 4wd is worth more than a factory 2wd. I think a factory 2wd is worth the most. A converted 4wd to 2wd is probably worth about the same as a 4wd, maybe a little more. Of course ultimately this all depends on the buyer. __________________ Some people are like slinkies, they aren't good for anything, but you can't help but smile when you see one tumble down the stairs.

08-05-2006, 12:09 AM	#5
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,049	Re: conversion value As with any modification, the quality of the modification and the skill level of modifier. A poor job will drop the value. A top notch modification, like kyle4381 is doing to his Blazer (http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?t=207004), will add value. With the shortage of 2wd Blazers, a quality conversion should bring more than a equal level 4wd. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

08-08-2006, 05:27 PM	#6
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,472	Re: conversion value Well here are the numbers for Originals 2wd's are in RED and the 4wd's are in BLUE 1969 1/2-Ton Blazer - Model K/Series 10 - 104-in. w.b. MODEL BODY TYPE PRICE WEIGHT PROD.TOTAL KE10514 Open Utility 2852 2947 4935 1970 1/2-Ton Blazer 4x2 - Model C/Series 10 - 104-in. w.b. MODEL BODY TYPE PRICE WEIGHT PROD.TOTAL CS10514 Open Utility 2385 3375 CE10514 Open Utility 2852 2947 NOTE: 4x2 (both E and S) production = 985 1/2-Ton Blazer 4x4 - Model K/Series 10 - 104-in. w.b. MODEL BODY TYPE PRICE WEIGHT PROD.TOTAL KS10514 Open Utility 2955 3677 KE10514 Open Utility 3050 3807 NOTE: 4x4 (both E and S) production = 11527 1971 1/2-Ton Blazer 4x2 - Model C/Series 10 - 104-in. w.b. MODEL BODY TYPE PRICE WEIGHT PROD.TOTAL CS10514 Open Utility 2659 3375 1277 1/2-Ton Blazer 4x4 - Model K/Series 10 - 104-in. w.b. MODEL BODY TYPE PRICE WEIGHT PROD.TOTAL KS10514 Open Utility 3234 3677 17220 1972 1/2-Ton Blazer 4x2 - Model C/Series 10 - 104-in. w.b. MODEL BODY TYPE PRICE WEIGHT PROD.TOTAL CS10514 Open Utility 2585 3375 3357 1/2-Ton Blazer 4x4 - Model K/Series 10 - 104-in. w.b. MODEL BODY TYPE PRICE WEIGHT PROD.TOTAL KS10514 Open Utility 3145 3677 44266 So in summary, 1969 - NO 2WD'S WERE MADE 1970 - 1 IN 11.7 WERE 2WD 1971 - 1 IN 13.4 WERE 2WD 1972 - 1 IN 13.1 WERE 2WD Based on these #'s I would say that any 4wd made into a custom 2wd could be worth as much as a factory 2wd, but only if you have a buyer. __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Big Piggy: "Goliath" 07 Kodiak C4500 Lil Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

08-08-2006, 10:59 PM	#7
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Re: conversion value Here is my take on it. An original 2wd is always going to be worth more than a 4x4 in the same condition. A 2wd original is going to always be worth more than a 4x4 converted to 2wd in the same condition as the original, as clones are never worth as much. A full custom (original 2wd) can and normaly is worth alot more than a stocker if built right. Even if an original 2wd if so fully built that nothing remains stock it is still worth more than a simularly built 4x4 converted to 2wd since the true 2wd is infact registered as a 2wd and more rare to start with. Now if a 4x4 is converted to 2wd and done well it can be worth alot more than a lesser built original 2wd. Same goes for a 4x4 that is still 4x4 if built right but the problem is their were alot more made so it is not rare as compaired to others. Now with all this being said they are only worth what someone is willing to pay for it and it will always cost more to build one than just go out and buy one built. Knowing this I still will be building one my self (70 2wd full custom) just because I always want to change what someone else has already done so it ends up costing twice as much! Kevin LFD Inc. Last edited by Rokcrln; 08-09-2006 at 07:21 AM.

08-08-2006, 11:26 PM	#8
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,049	Re: conversion value Yup! __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

08-09-2006, 05:24 AM	#9
Pop's72 It's ok to stare... Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 669	Re: conversion value Kevin nailed it!! __________________ -Matt 1971 Blazer/Jimmy : Factory 2WD, Factory AC, Crate 350

08-10-2006, 01:09 PM	#10
raggedjim Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Murray, Kentucky Posts: 3,403	Re: conversion value Well, when I bought my blazer ( a 69 4x4 tub on a 70 2wd frame) I wasn't really thinking about resale value. I wish it had the 2wd vin number on the tub but these are so hard to find I bought it anyway. I think conversions are fine as long as it isn't mis-represented and I think the value of it would be dependent on condition, and quality of the conversion. Even a converted 2wd is cooler than almost anything else you see on the road... I don't like my 2wd jimmy any more than I do the blazer, they both make me happy... Rg __________________ Roger '68 Short step - https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=849675 '69 ('70?) 2wd Blazer '70 GMC Jimmy 2wd

08-11-2006, 12:15 PM	#12
raggedjim Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Murray, Kentucky Posts: 3,403	Re: conversion value Hmmm, I think I've been misquoted! I LOVE MY JIMMY! (and you too, Blazer) Rg __________________ Roger '68 Short step - https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=849675 '69 ('70?) 2wd Blazer '70 GMC Jimmy 2wd

08-11-2006, 09:58 PM	#14
kyle4381 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: AZ Posts: 416	Re: conversion value I have 2wd that started life as a 4wd. It once was lifted on 44" mud tires. I really don't care one way or the other. I would of chucked the stock suspension components even if it was a factory 2wd as well. I think it would only effect the resale value if you were doing a factory restoration.If it is customized I don't see the conversion making a diffference in value.



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