Would you make this trade - poll - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Tuff Gong · 02-09-2016, 07:45 PM

Need advice! I was trying to trade my long bed and may end up letting my short bed go instead. Need replies today as this deal takes place tomorrow if both sides agree. Here is the trade… My 1970 CST10 SWB, 350, 350TH, PS, PB, AC, AM FM radio, buddy buckets, CA black plates, uncut and rust free but needs restoration for… 1965 Chevelle Malibu, 2 door, 283, 4spd manual, NO PS, NO PB, NO AC (plane jane). I would say both vehicles are in similar condition… Straight trade.

I will post pictures when I get home from work.

AKC · 02-09-2016, 07:47 PM

Depends on how much you want a coupe. Will you miss the truck if you do it?

But offhand, I'd say go for it...

**leddzepp** · 02-09-2016, 07:47 PM

Yes

57larry · 02-09-2016, 07:53 PM

I'd do it

**jocko** · 02-09-2016, 07:58 PM

truck. all day long. but, no poll will help you decide. just matters what you want.

Tuff Gong · 02-09-2016, 08:03 PM

65

AFallan · 02-09-2016, 08:08 PM

I would kindly have to say no but that is just my humble opinion. I will forever be a truck guy. But to me as long as it is a

you cannot go wrong.

**Stocker** · 02-09-2016, 08:23 PM

I once owned a very mildly modded '65 Malibu, great solid car and one of the last really attractive bodies created by GM. Tough call but I'd say go for it!

frenchy51 · 02-09-2016, 08:24 PM

I've been the car route....now I'm into trucks. But that's just me-you must decide. Don't go by which one is "worth" more money-wise....go with your heart. The grass is always greener-I'd stick with the truck.

Coley · 02-09-2016, 08:25 PM

I would go for it as well....lot fewer of those nice little malibu's running around than the trucks...particularly in that condition.
PLUS....change is as good as a rest....

tcrist · 02-09-2016, 08:43 PM

You have two trucks now correct? If so, and the truck you would be keeping you like a lot, then I would say go for it.

If you don't do it, let me know. I would consider it my self. Even though I am in Nor-Cal and you are in So-Cal.

**68bowtie** · 02-09-2016, 08:56 PM

no. and for the simple reason I don't know what's been covered up and/or done poorly with the chevelle.

Burbnasty · 02-09-2016, 09:03 PM

I have no Idea but either way, that chevelle looks awesome.

Gillnetter · 02-09-2016, 09:07 PM

Post a couple pics of your truck to help us make up yor mind.Good luck with whatever you decide! Sounds like your truck has more options.

**71CHEVYSHORTBED402** · 02-09-2016, 09:11 PM

IMO there aren't many classics better than our trucks. That's a sweet Malibu however.

Coincidentally, I had a 72 350 Malibu that was about 85% or better condition. Only had 60K when I sold it. My truck was 70% at best. However, the truck was rust free while the Malibu had some bad spots in the common places (fender, trunk, rear window).......I no longer wanted two classics, and there was no question which of the two would go. Course it didn't have a 4-speed.

Tuff Gong · 02-09-2016, 09:50 PM

70

**NGN** · 02-09-2016, 09:59 PM

Man that's a nice hard top, you can always ad ps . pb , ac .what condiction is your long bed. you could have a nice truck and car. Oh man tuff one, good luck.

Tuff Gong · 02-09-2016, 10:02 PM

I really want to sell the long bed and keep the shorty. The short bed is from my home town so it has more sentimental value. I would love to restore it one day. I've had the trucks for some years now and I think I'm just getting the itch and want to change things up. Ideally I want a blazer but nice car would be fun as well. I don't have cash so a trade seems like the only way to go for me. I don't know….

Either way I appreciate the responses. It is helping me out.

3drburb · 02-09-2016, 10:05 PM

Nice truck but I would do the trade if it's straight across.
You will still have the longbed truck and a nice classic with a rear seat.
Btw all Chevrolets and that's a nice looking Chevelle, but check for rust and bondo.

toolboxchev · 02-09-2016, 10:05 PM

I would be hard pressed to chose. If you got into a wreck with the cream puff Malibu, parts most likely would be harder to come by. Parts prices also may be an issue with the Malibu.

The Trucks however, esp short box, are becoming quite the attraction. The bright side of a truck to me is the availability of parts being more plentiful.

At least in my humble opinion.

flashed · 02-09-2016, 10:06 PM

As much as I love these trucks ,Im also a Chevelle guy and Chevelle's are much harder to come by especially one that nice .I voted to trade before I saw the pics ,nice truck but nicer Chevelle .

Possmguts · 02-09-2016, 10:11 PM

I would be more likely to want to trade off the long bed...

**Ol Blue K20** · 02-09-2016, 10:11 PM

I'm atruck guy but I'm also a Chevelle/ElCamino guy....I say trade since it's not the only truck you have.

chewychevy67 · 02-09-2016, 10:15 PM

I would trade as well only on the fact that you have another nice truck as well. If it was your only truck I would say no. I like variety of vehicles.

Tuff Gong · 02-09-2016, 10:16 PM

I would guess the Malibu is worth more than my truck as they sit. In the long run which vehicle do you think has more value? I know I shouldn't be thinking about it that way but I may lean towards the better financial deal at the end of the day

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02-09-2016, 07:45 PM	#1
Tuff Gong Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Glendale, AZ Posts: 3,178	Would you make this trade - poll Need advice! I was trying to trade my long bed and may end up letting my short bed go instead. Need replies today as this deal takes place tomorrow if both sides agree. Here is the trade… My 1970 CST10 SWB, 350, 350TH, PS, PB, AC, AM FM radio, buddy buckets, CA black plates, uncut and rust free but needs restoration for… 1965 Chevelle Malibu, 2 door, 283, 4spd manual, NO PS, NO PB, NO AC (plane jane). I would say both vehicles are in similar condition… Straight trade. I will post pictures when I get home from work.

02-09-2016, 07:47 PM	#2
AKC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Camarillo, CA Posts: 256	Re: Would you make this trade - poll Depends on how much you want a coupe. Will you miss the truck if you do it? But offhand, I'd say go for it...

02-09-2016, 07:47 PM	#3
leddzepp Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 19,990	Re: Would you make this trade - poll Yes __________________ 1972 C/10 Cheyenne Super SWB. Restored, loaded, slammed. 1968 C/10 50th Anniversary LWB. Unrestored, stock, daily driver/work truck. RIP ElJay RIP 67ChevyRedneck RIP Grumpy Old Man

02-09-2016, 07:53 PM	#4
57larry Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 1,160	Re: Would you make this trade - poll I'd do it

02-09-2016, 07:58 PM	#5
jocko Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Godley, TX Posts: 17,937	Re: Would you make this trade - poll truck. all day long. but, no poll will help you decide. just matters what you want.

02-09-2016, 08:03 PM	#6
Tuff Gong Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Glendale, AZ Posts: 3,178	Re: Would you make this trade - poll 65 Attached Images

02-09-2016, 08:08 PM	#7
AFallan Registered User Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Oklahoma City Posts: 1	Re: Would you make this trade - poll I would kindly have to say no but that is just my humble opinion. I will forever be a truck guy. But to me as long as it is a you cannot go wrong.

02-09-2016, 08:23 PM	#8
Stocker 20' Daredevil (Ret) Join Date: May 2003 Location: Jefferson State Posts: 13,533	Re: Would you make this trade - poll I once owned a very mildly modded '65 Malibu, great solid car and one of the last really attractive bodies created by GM. Tough call but I'd say go for it! __________________ - Mike - 1972 K20 LWB 350/350/205 RIP El Jay

02-09-2016, 08:24 PM	#9
frenchy51 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Orland, Nor-Cal Posts: 617	Re: Would you make this trade - poll I've been the car route....now I'm into trucks. But that's just me-you must decide. Don't go by which one is "worth" more money-wise....go with your heart. The grass is always greener-I'd stick with the truck.

02-09-2016, 08:25 PM	#10
Coley Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Victoria, B.C Posts: 3,794	Re: Would you make this trade - poll I would go for it as well....lot fewer of those nice little malibu's running around than the trucks...particularly in that condition. PLUS....change is as good as a rest.... __________________ ....for some men, there is experience, skill and effort....for the others...there is visa and UPS LOL 1966 Chevy 1/2 ton (Florida- Red/white) 1972 Chevy 1/2 ton (California- Blue/white) 2005 Chevy Silverado HD2500/Duramax 2000 Dodge Ram 1500

02-09-2016, 08:43 PM	#11
tcrist Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: Manteca, Ca. Posts: 274	Re: Would you make this trade - poll You have two trucks now correct? If so, and the truck you would be keeping you like a lot, then I would say go for it. If you don't do it, let me know. I would consider it my self. Even though I am in Nor-Cal and you are in So-Cal. __________________ Terry Soon to be retired and moving to Bristol, TN.

02-09-2016, 08:56 PM	#12
68bowtie Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Turlock, CA Posts: 8,489	Re: Would you make this trade - poll no. and for the simple reason I don't know what's been covered up and/or done poorly with the chevelle. __________________ I live in California, but identify as a Texan "If a job's worth doing, it's worth doing well" Survivor "Lil’ Mint" (67 c10 40k mile light green original paint) Project "C10 Fever" (68 factory black 396 swb) Project "Little Sister" (70 c10 blue original paint refresh) Project "Blue Bomb" (70 c30 blue original paint refresh) SOLD Project "Vitamin C" (71 c10 orange original paint refresh) SOLD

02-09-2016, 09:03 PM	#13
Burbnasty Registered User Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Michigan Posts: 47	Re: Would you make this trade - poll I have no Idea but either way, that chevelle looks awesome.

02-09-2016, 09:07 PM	#14
Gillnetter Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Vancouver B.C. Posts: 286	Re: Would you make this trade - poll Post a couple pics of your truck to help us make up yor mind.Good luck with whatever you decide! Sounds like your truck has more options. __________________ 1972 Blazer CST Dark Olive, am/fm, tilt, tow hooks, tach dash 1972 SWB C-10 Highlander Blue/White 1972 Canadian 2wd Jimmy light olive 1970 SWB 4x4 4 speed 307



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02-09-2016, 09:11 PM	#15
71CHEVYSHORTBED402 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern Nevada Posts: 7,152	Re: Would you make this trade - poll IMO there aren't many classics better than our trucks. That's a sweet Malibu however. Coincidentally, I had a 72 350 Malibu that was about 85% or better condition. Only had 60K when I sold it. My truck was 70% at best. However, the truck was rust free while the Malibu had some bad spots in the common places (fender, trunk, rear window).......I no longer wanted two classics, and there was no question which of the two would go. Course it didn't have a 4-speed. __________________ Tony 71 Custom Deluxe, SWB, 2WD, 402, A/C. I developed an assm. guide "kit" for restoring the truck from ground up. With assys, the guide accts for 1000s details, OEM identifications & part numbers, written in short order. 700+ images of assm., illust., charts, and points of interest. Much of the info. applies to all 67-72 GM trucks, and to a lessor degree all 67-72 GM vehicles. My build thread, and more on the guide https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=730025

02-09-2016, 09:50 PM	#16
Tuff Gong Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Glendale, AZ Posts: 3,178	Re: Would you make this trade - poll 70 Attached Images

02-09-2016, 09:59 PM	#17
NGN Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Old Bridge,NJ Posts: 820	Re: Would you make this trade - poll Man that's a nice hard top, you can always ad ps . pb , ac .what condiction is your long bed. you could have a nice truck and car. Oh man tuff one, good luck.

02-09-2016, 10:02 PM	#18
Tuff Gong Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Glendale, AZ Posts: 3,178	Re: Would you make this trade - poll I really want to sell the long bed and keep the shorty. The short bed is from my home town so it has more sentimental value. I would love to restore it one day. I've had the trucks for some years now and I think I'm just getting the itch and want to change things up. Ideally I want a blazer but nice car would be fun as well. I don't have cash so a trade seems like the only way to go for me. I don't know…. Either way I appreciate the responses. It is helping me out.

02-09-2016, 10:05 PM	#19
3drburb Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Kent, WA. Posts: 834	Re: Would you make this trade - poll Nice truck but I would do the trade if it's straight across. You will still have the longbed truck and a nice classic with a rear seat. Btw all Chevrolets and that's a nice looking Chevelle, but check for rust and bondo.

02-09-2016, 10:05 PM	#20
toolboxchev Registered User Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: 2nd left past the stump on a dirt road. Posts: 2,629	Re: Would you make this trade - poll I would be hard pressed to chose. If you got into a wreck with the cream puff Malibu, parts most likely would be harder to come by. Parts prices also may be an issue with the Malibu. The Trucks however, esp short box, are becoming quite the attraction. The bright side of a truck to me is the availability of parts being more plentiful. At least in my humble opinion.

02-09-2016, 10:06 PM	#21
flashed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: canton ga Posts: 12,728	Re: Would you make this trade - poll As much as I love these trucks ,Im also a Chevelle guy and Chevelle's are much harder to come by especially one that nice .I voted to trade before I saw the pics ,nice truck but nicer Chevelle .

02-09-2016, 10:11 PM	#22
Possmguts Registered User Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Columbiana Ohio Posts: 1,210	Re: Would you make this trade - poll I would be more likely to want to trade off the long bed... __________________ "Hey... its only time and money right? Just do it." 67 Short Bed under major construction http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=651356&page=8

02-09-2016, 10:11 PM	#23
Ol Blue K20 Proprietor of Dale's Corner Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vacaville , CA Posts: 15,873	Re: Would you make this trade - poll I'm atruck guy but I'm also a Chevelle/ElCamino guy....I say trade since it's not the only truck you have. __________________ "Some Days Chickens And Some Days Feathers" Dale XNGH ECV Sam Brannan 1004 R.I.P. 67ChevyRedneck R.I.P. Grumpy Old Man

02-09-2016, 10:15 PM	#24
chewychevy67 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Here Posts: 5,426	Re: Would you make this trade - poll I would trade as well only on the fact that you have another nice truck as well. If it was your only truck I would say no. I like variety of vehicles.

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02-09-2016, 10:16 PM	#25
Tuff Gong Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Glendale, AZ Posts: 3,178	Re: Would you make this trade - poll I would guess the Malibu is worth more than my truck as they sit. In the long run which vehicle do you think has more value? I know I shouldn't be thinking about it that way but I may lean towards the better financial deal at the end of the day