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1986 Gmc Jimmy 4x4 Chevy Blazer Off Road Unmolested Clean Dry Western Survivor!! on 2040-cars

Year:1986 Mileage:99000 Color: Paint appears to be all original paint except the hood
Location:

Helena, Montana, United States

Helena, Montana, United States
Engine:350
Vehicle Title:Clear
Condition:
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VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
: 1G5EK18H9GF504769
Year: 1986
Make: GMC
Drive Type: Automatic
Model: Jimmy
Mileage: 99,000
Trim: Sierra

For sale: Clean, unmolested 86 Jimmy 4x4 from the dry high desert. It's a very decent survivor truck that doesn't need much to be really nice. If you're looking for a good vintage 4x4 and tired of looking at overpriced rust buckets, this may be your rig. I'll do my best to describe it below:

Exterior: Paint appears to be all original paint except the hood. Typical small chips and scratches from use. At some point the hood was repainted, and while the color matches well and looks great from 10 feet, it was an inexpensive job and the hood is grainy up close. Hood would need to be repainted to be really squared away. Truck is virtually rust free, no cancer or rot with only minor surface rust that I'll describe . There is no salt used on the  roads in this area of the high desert, and here in the land of sagebrush and prickly pear cactus we only get 10 inches total moisture per year. We just don't see serious rust issues here. There is a small blister on each side near the bottom of the door about the size of a quarter(shown, I zoomed way in on those), a couple very small discolorations above rear bumper on each side(wouldn't show up in pics), and the metal tab inside the front fenderwell that holds moisture shows scale (shown). There were some small holes drilled at bottom of sill for running boards- very minor discoloration around those. Underside is amazingly dry, clean and mint. Windshield is new, top looks good but is faded. Back window has the usual scratches. No pitting whatsoever on chrome or stainless. Just a nice looking driver rig that gets compliments everywhere I go - you just don't see many of these that haven't been hacked on or abused.

Interior: All original and good driver quality with no issues. Seats are nice, carpet decent, door and rear panels nice. Dash has a few cracks under the dashmat. Very nice and presentable. Brand new stereo/CD player with remote using factory speakers. No rodents, or smells. With captains chair buckets and tilt wheel, very comfortable rig. I have  a low mile original 72 K5 Blazer, and this rig is SOOO much more comfortable. Original spare in place has never been on the ground, and the factory jack and handle are in place. One A/C vent is missing vanes but a brand new one from LMC is included.

Mechanical: Starts, runs, and drives out great. Original anemic 305 was replaced by previous owner with earlier 4 bolt 350 with Performer manifold and carb for more power and fuel economy. Pulls hard and smooth. 700R4 overdrive works well. I drove this back and forth to work for a month and didn't find any major issues. Minor issues are the fast idle is a bit high, the A/C belt isn't on although compressor turns freely. Engine was used, not rebuilt, and I don't know how many miles are on it, but I don't see any glaring problems - no major leaks, smoke or noise. There are receipts for about $2k in work to swap motor and put all new exhaust on. Sounds great with turbo mufflers and big pipes but not obnoxious - just healthy. Tires are 31x10.50 and are in good condition. 4 wheel drive works fine. Steering is tight and quiet. Battery is newer and the truck starts every time no matter how cold. Heater works fine. Back window rolls up/down with both the inside switch and the outside key but sometimes it stops, and you have to hit the switch again to get it going. If it's cold out might need to do it a few times. Only issues I can see are as follows: A couple gauges don't work properly -choke light stays on, ammeter doesn't show charge, but it charges fine(typical). Fuel gauge fluctuates - not a big deal around town, but might cause you some stress on a road trip. Oil pressure gauge fluctuates, drops then snaps back up to top of gauge - might be sending unit. Overall very capable rig to use as is or take to the next level and make it whatever you want it to be!

Pricing/Misc: I got a good deal on this car and you will too. I see this era Blazer and Jimmy bringing stupid money when they are clean, especially from rust belt bidders. I guess it  must cost much more to fix  cancer and rot than to pay a few hundred bucks to ship a dry rig from the high desert. This truck needs a few things, it's not perfect, and it's priced accordingly. I'd say it's a lot like the used trucks that could be found on any car lot in the late 90's..decent survivor used vehicle. It seems that today, though, most of these for sale are either thrashed to death, or priced in the stratosphere. Reserve price is well under $5k for quick sale. Title is clear and in my name. Dealers welcome to bid if they don't plan to simply double the price and relist it without proper disclosure. GOOD LUCK! 

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AS IS - NO WARRANTY



This vehicle is being sold as is, where is with no warranty, expressed written or implied. The seller shall not be responsible for the correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no warranty in connection therewith. No allowance or set aside will be made on account of any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle, and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value and to bid based upon that judgement solely. The seller shall and will make every reasonable effort to disclose any known defects associated with this vehicle at the buyer's request prior to the close of sale. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs regardless of any oral statements about the vehicle.

 

Winning bidder must contact me within 24 hours of auction end and make arrangements for payment at that time. A $500.00 non-refundable deposit is due within 3 days of end of auction. The remainder is due within 5 days of auction end. If no contact is made within 24 hours I reserve the right to re-list the vehicle, sell it to the next high bidder, or sell it otherwise. Most banks and credit unions do not finance vehicles older than 1995, so make sure if financing that your financial institution accepts the year and miles of this vehicle before bidding. Please arrange financing prior to bidding. Payment is by bank wire only. Buyer is responsible for pickup or shipping of this vehicle. If you wish to have it shipped using a service, I recommend Certified Auto Shippers http://www.certifiedautoshippers.com, ask for Kathy Gant. If you are not sure about something, please ask! Do not assume anything not listed is included. I reserve the right to refuse bids with excessive negative feedback. I reserve the right to end the listing if the vehicle is no longer available for sale. Please do not bid on this auction unless you are serious about owning this vehicle. All non-paying high bidders will be reported to eBay and negative feedback will be posted. PLEASE ONLY BID WHAT YOU ARE WILLING TO PAY. IF THE RESERVE IS NOT MET, I MAY CONTACT THE HIGH BIDDER TO OFFER THE SECOND CHANCE OPTION.

 

************IF YOU ARE A ZERO FEEDBACK OR LOW FEEDBACK (under 5) DO NOT BID WITHOUT CONTACTING ME FIRST. YOUR BID WILL BE CANCELLED. THE LAST FEW AUCTIONS I'VE HAD WON BY LOW FEEDBACK BIDDERS HAVE BEEN NO-PAYS. EBAY AUCTIONS COST TIME AND MONEY. PLEASE DO NOT BID IF YOU ARE NOT PREPARED TO WIRE THE FUNDS. THANK YOU**************

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