1966 GMC Suburban

1001 Wagon

305 V6

Manual 3 Speed

Clear

Gasoline

Up for auction is my 1966 GMC Suburban. It has a three speed column shift transmission I haven't been able to check the engine with the VIN numbers but believe to be the original engine. I've found the engine is the later version 305E. The design was for a strong torque engine with less speed ( 58 - 60 mph max ). The engine runs very well and starts every time. Will need to have a complete tune-up which I haven't been able to get around to. It has no power steering, power brakes. The brakes will also need to be gone through as it looses some fluid over time. It doesn't seem to have any engine leaks that I can find. Body :There is one grape-fruit size dent on Lh quarter panel just in front of the rear bumper as shown in picture and has some of the usual rust problems lower fenders behind wheel on both sides. Also rust in front of the rear wheels both sides lower quarter panels. As shown in some of the pictures the hood also has rust issues around the seams and will need to be repaired soon. Also rust / pitting at lower, center area on both sides of rear window. It seems a previous owner had it sanded and primed in gray but never got around to applying the top coat. The front grill is getting pretty rusty particularly around the headlights. The rocker panels on both sides will need to be replaced. Shocks need to be replaced. Interior :The condition is really excellent when compared to many suburbans of this era. Metal work is straight, clean and rust free. The instrument panel has not been cut or chopped up. The seats were upholstered sometime in the resent past and are nice. Passenger window operates while the driver window is difficult to roll down or up. No issues opening / closing the doors and vent windows operate. The heater does not work and looks to have had an after-market AC unit installed however the condenser has been removed with many other parts to the system. Side windows both have the locking clips. The floor is really solid. The gas gauge does not work and I believe the temperature gauge also does not work. The speedometer works but kind of "jumpy" also has some noise probably from the cable being worn out. Purchased period correct GMC AM radio. Exterior :Wipers barely work and will need to be repaired. Lights work with the exception of the turn signal switch in the steering column and believe the cam needs to be replaced. Will need all weather strips replaced. Tires are pretty old. I've driven it on short trips, maybe 6 mile diameter around my property. I wouldn't trust the brakes to go much further from my house. Does have clear title. This vehicle does not have any type of warranty. Does not include spare tire. Crack in windshield on driver side but does not impare vision. This suburban is always a crowd favorite and gets a lot of attention any time I take it on the road. It will make an excellent beginner to a complete, frame off restoration or for a relatively basic refurbishment. Things have changed for me and won't have an opportunity to spend much time on it and have decided to sell to someone that will enjoy bringing " GUS " back to his former glory. I can possibly help with loading the suburban but transportation / shipping is the responsibility of the buyer.