~78 Datsun pickup~

[ariascarlos1990]

There is this nice '78 KC on Craigslist right now and I have some question? :D

 

http://portland.craigslist.org/clc/cto/1127944656.html

 

1978 datsun truck for trade

runs n drives great

nothing wring with it

has stereo in it with tweeters, 6x9s, deck

4spd

wanting to trade for an old vw bug, no super beetles. in good condition

thanks

503-393-7424 ask for sunny or cody

 

I have a VW bug and I'm wondering If I should trade this guy for the truck. I got the bug for free from my uncle for doing so good in school. but, I don't really like the thing. I just need some feedback if I should or what not.

 

Thanks

[Bleach]

I think you should, but I'm guessing he wants a bug in as clean of condition as his truck. Your bug is straight, but not custom with fresh paint.

[ariascarlos1990]

I just waxed it and put new wood on the rack. have any of you seen this truck before?

 

I emailed him for pictures of the interior and the engine. we'll see.

[Weaver]

The KC looks clean. If you don't want the bug, then go for it! Just make sure you give the truck a good inspection so you don't get screwed. Don't want the thing to fall apart when you drive it home, eh?

[datzenmike]

I would. It's a '79 so already has the EI matchbox dizzy, internally regulated alternator, ball joint suspension and disc brakes. Only down side is it only has the 4spd, sits too low and has that horrible grill. :D

[ariascarlos1990]

Yeah but, I don't want my uncle to get mad at me or something. He gave the bug to me as a project and he's seen what my truck looked and looks like and knows I have motivation with things. I mean its not like he got it from his uncle or anything. He got it from his neighbor that could take it to where they where moving. Idk....

[Bleach]

trade your bug off, then sell your black truck, buy another bug and fix it up. Your uncle will never know ;)

[lynchfourtwenty]

trade your bug off, then sell your black truck, buy another bug and fix it up. Your uncle will never know ;)

 

SERIOUSLY!! damn doit dude.. its already a stick too! hehe

[tdaaj]

honestly, you bug is still probably worth more, its a good strait car. they seem to hold their value a bit better, i doubt that truck, even as nice as it is would fetch the same amount as your bug. if you do trade, see if he'll be willing to fork over $500 too.

[ariascarlos1990]

I was thinking the same thing tdaaj. The members at The Samba said I could sell that bug for $3,500 easy. and that could bag my truck and turbo the L motor. :D Or SR swap. :D

 

I think I might pass on the truck. and just try to sell the thing.

 

Thanks every body for helping me make my decision.

[yello620]

Still might consider talking to him and seeing how much cash he would pitch in to get your bug. You still might be able to make it work in your favor, For the right amount of cash.

[ariascarlos1990]

true. I'm still waiting for im to reply to my email I sent him.

[LCDC]

I'm surpised 420n620 hasn'nt got a pic of the 77 kingback up by where he lives that has a paint job similar to that. its for sale for 1450 bucks, has the console, i think even the center storage bin and original buckets.

i'll grab a foto tomorrow if i get a chance.

[LeDevil]

I think I knwo the person who owns that truck, the surrounding background name and fascination with Vw's sounds like the Cody I'm thinking of. I'll give him a call tomorrow and find out for you

[BEEBANI]

That truck has been on cl for months. I was for sale around the salem area for a long time for $2500. I wonder if someone up north bought it and is flipping it?

[cody]

This is really funny to read..

 

i remember emailing ariascarlos1990 about trading. lol

 

my dad bought it from a guy in dallas.. and well... my dads decided to keep it now..lmao