Sometimes I think GMC trucks don’t get the credit they deserve. There are usually just some small changes between the GMC and Chevrolet pickups but I think they look a little tougher. This 1972 GMC Sierra 2500 is a 4WD long bed located in Winston, Montana. It is listed here on eBay with 3 days remaining in the auction and the current bidding has lifted the price to $10,100. It is equipped with a vintage Travelux topper that is in fair condition, though it has some water damage. Many thanks to Baby H for submitting this listing to us.
This 1972 GMC pickup is said to start, run, and drive well. Its engine has been upgraded to a rebuilt 1990′s roller cam 350 that runs smoothly and pulls strongly. Though the exact mileage on the rebuild is unknown, it was estimated by the previous owner to be around 20,000 miles. The clutch, transmission, and transfer case are all smooth with no grinding or noises, and the truck drives straight and true, but it will need new tires. The 4x4 works in both high and low range, and the Warn 8274 winch is functional as well. The lights, wipers, and e–brake are all in working condition, but the heater fan switch needs to be replaced and the blower motor runs with a jumper wire. As with most older 4x4s, it does have some leaks that will leave a spot on the garage floor from the transmission and t–case.
The interior is in good condition overall, despite some minor interior issues. The dash is cracked and the seat upholstery is torn under the saddle blanket cover. The original floor mat is torn in several places. However, the glass and windshield are in good condition, and the lights, wipers, and heater motor all work properly. The only issue with the heater is that the switch has failed and needs to be replaced, which is readily available. The gauges all work, except for the speedometer, but a new speedometer cable is included. The tachometer and radio are non–operational. Despite these minor issues, the interior is clean, original, presentable and usable, with no rodents or smells!
This 1972 GMC 2500 pickup truck has had quite the journey. It has spent most of its life in the dry Snake River country of Southwest Idaho with the last few years in Montana. It has never seen salt, yet it still has the rocker and cab corner rust that is common among these trucks. The rust is likely caused by the mud thrown up from the front wheels which builds up and collects moisture in those areas. The truck is still running the original spiral shocks, blue dial Spicer hubs, and it still has the original jack and tools behind the seat. This is truly a tough truck that has endured a lot throughout its life.
A good honest and solid work truck, especially with the obvious heavy duty springs in the rear. If the seller was completely forthright he’d give the new owner a gift card to a sports store for a dental mouth guard!
Regardless, if the price stays in the ballpark it’s at currently ($10,600) it’d be a good buy considering how old trucks are selling.
It ain’t fast and it ain’t gorgeous but what is a truck designed to do best? Haul the load all day long…
The Archer intercom in the glove box connecting to the inside of the rear shell is a blast from the past!
These things are complete lumber wagons. Strong runners and will pull a stump, but don’t expect a smooth ride. They find the slightest bumps in the road. I’d like to have it though.
What a truck, I had a ’68 I bought in ’79 for $50. I used this truck for ten years before selling it. Trucks today, a year or so ago a RAM model (always be Dodge to me) was Motor Trends luxury car of the year,Yikes! I have two 2008 F150’s, same trucks even color. The interiors are clean and not to beat up, they run OK. They’re used as trucks and are at the point (for years) where the first bit of body damage and rot appeared so now they’re the way I like them. I live on the edge of 600 acres of agriculture, I’m driving around out there a lot. Last summer I was out there and a gate I needed to go through was closed. Next to it was an ATV trail going around the gate, it was narrow and had some boulders along it. I went through and the truck was grinding against rocks. Once through I got out to see the damage, in the end my response to myself was “not as bad as I thought”. This is a truck.
Lovely looking truck. I’ve always loved the 1970-72 GMC truck. My uncle had a 1971 GMC truck. Since it was so long ago, I can’t remember now what he used it for, for work, for personal transportation, or a little of both.
I always wondered how GM could always make the GMC look better than the corresponding Chevy. I mean, then why not make the Chevy look good too?
Of course this does not apply to the current generation of GM trucks, they are generally hideous.
I think it depends on the year. I’ve never been a fan of the 1971-72 Chevy truck, but I love the 1970-72 GMC truck. I don’t know why, since they shared the same components with each other.
These 1 ton trucks are fun to drive and work your arms instead of working out, can haul 3500# and pull like a bull. Mileage would piss a liberal off.