I am posting this up for my dad, he is selling his 2006 GMC C4500 Duramax Diesel Topkick. It has a clean texas title, It has only 20k miles and runs like new. The truck DOES NOT have any issues mechanically, electrical, exterior, or interior. It has Custom wheels, spacers, and spring to make the ride much smoother. It has a slide-out electrical door step on the rear passenger side and custom railing on the back w/ toolbox. It also has the loud train horn, rear video screen, dvd player for the backseat and other goodies. Vehicle is located in Weslaco, TX. If you have any questions or want to see the vehicle please give me a call to 956-373-6095 Louis. Price: $55,000 OBO
(UPDATE 6/12/13: PICTURES OF HITCH HAVE BEEN ADDED)
-- Edited by louisray87 on Thursday 6th of June 2013 02:19:08 PM
-- Edited by louisray87 on Wednesday 12th of June 2013 09:03:13 AM
-- Edited by louisray87 on Thursday 27th of June 2013 09:25:02 AM
WestWardHo said
01:25 PM Jun 6, 2013
I read some review on car & driver about this model truck and if I remember it right (it was yesterday after all) it said that model truck unloaded would shake your teeth out driving unloaded or something like that but that it was a workhorse for heavy loads. Any other thoughts?
-- Edited by WestWardHo on Thursday 6th of June 2013 01:27:15 PM
louisray87 said
06:24 PM Jun 6, 2013
nobody interested in this beauty? :D
Bill and Linda said
07:04 PM Jun 6, 2013
The very good and interesting thing about this model year, with which I have personal experience, all good, is that this is the last year for the Duramax / Allision that didn’t have all the EPA mandated “stuff” on it.It may have the 6 speed Allision with the turbo brake assuming this truck is like the 2006 models with which I have a familiarity.But I can’t confirm any of that from the pictures.
I am not endorsing this specific truck as I haven’t seen it. But this is a great model year and has a great power train for someone who needs an MDT.
Lucky Mike said
07:37 PM Jun 6, 2013
I would get it.....but then I would have to buy me a fancy cowboy hat and some steer horns for the hood......and then teach Nikki how to bark with a drawl rather than a drool !!!
would make an awesome toad tho !!
Bill and Linda said
08:41 PM Jun 6, 2013
WestWardHo wrote:
I read some review on car & driver about this model truck and if I remember it right (it was yesterday after all) it said that model truck unloaded would shake your teeth out driving unloaded or something like that but that it was a workhorse for heavy loads. Any other thoughts?
-- Edited by WestWardHo on Thursday 6th of June 2013 01:27:15 PM
Depends on whether there are air-ride seats. It’s a true MDT and not too good totally unloaded. Never intended as a daily driver that's for sure. Made to tow.
Yep, like the baby Freightliner and many of the pre-2011 3500 / F-450 / F-350 DRW trucks, it’s not designed as a daily driver unless you’ve made some suspension mods - like air bags, etc.
The Bear II said
09:04 PM Jun 6, 2013
We have a 2007 setup similar to this one. It handles our 15,000lb 5th wheel like a dream and is a very comfortable ride. Unloaded it is a bone shaker on things like railroad crossings and rough pavement but for the most part it rides like a 3500. I understand by adding front springs from an aftermarket source like Deaver along with some Bilstein shocks the jarring is reduced by 50%. I don't use it enough unloaded to justify the $2500 to add the springs.
You might try showing it on racingjunk.com and dieselplace.com in the medium duty truck section.
louisray87 said
09:14 PM Jun 6, 2013
As stated above the ride is not smooth as a Cadillac would be, but with towing the 5th wheel it is a good drive, and without it, we'll obviously it isn't a daily driver. My dad normally uses this just to drive his 5th wheel to the beach (South Padre Island) and back, and drives it to work which is like 3 miles away from home so not many miles being put on it. It pulls the 5th wheel with ease and no issues. We did this one leaf spring I believe, but if you want more info I can always ask the mechanic who installed it.
suse1023 said
10:28 PM Jun 6, 2013
HUBBA HUBBA! that's a great looking truck.
sadly out of my price range though.
louisray87 said
03:52 PM Jun 7, 2013
Suse, thanks and again it's OBO you never know unless you ask..
GENECOP said
03:58 PM Jun 7, 2013
That is one beautiful Truck....good luck with the sale.
Terry and Jo said
10:26 PM Jun 7, 2013
I may have missed it somewhere, but does the truck have air ride seats? You mentioned springs, so it obviously doesn't have air ride suspension. Also, is there a fifth wheel hitch installed that goes with the truck? If so, what kind and weight capacity does it have?
I should mention that I'm not asking for myself, but any potential buyers might find that information valuable.
Terry
louisray87 said
10:35 PM Jun 7, 2013
GENECOP wrote:
That is one beautiful Truck....good luck with the sale.
Thanks!
Terry and Jo wrote:
I may have missed it somewhere, but does the truck have air ride seats? You mentioned springs, so it obviously doesn't have air ride suspension. Also, is there a fifth wheel hitch installed that goes with the truck? If so, what kind and weight capacity does it have?
I should mention that I'm not asking for myself, but any potential buyers might find that information valuable.
Terry
I will get this info today if not the latest tomorrow, It does have the fifth wheel hitch installed and im sure we wouldn't keep it because he wouldn't use it on another vehicle since he's planning to sell his fifth wheel as we'll.. I will check the weight capacity on that hitch again today or the latest tomorrow.
Good questions by the way, thanks!
louisray87 said
02:14 AM Jun 8, 2013
It does have front and rear airbags Hitch comes with it and works with gooseneck trailers and 5th wheels As far as weight is concerned he said its standard, I can look up the specific hitch to find out more specs on it if needed.
Terry and Jo said
02:49 AM Jun 8, 2013
Air ride seats?
Terry
louisray87 said
03:18 AM Jun 8, 2013
Yes it does have air ride seats
Bill and Linda said
07:48 AM Jun 8, 2013
louisray87 wrote:
Yes it does have air ride seats
Most MDT Topkick’s in this class, that are not work truck bodies, have air ride seats. Nope, not a B&K. On edit I add, with air bags this also is a very nice upgrade makes a very nice difference in the ride solo and hauling. Obviously this truck was an "up-fitted" truck.
-- Edited by Bill and Linda on Saturday 8th of June 2013 07:53:15 AM
-- Edited by Bill and Linda on Wednesday 12th of June 2013 09:11:31 AM
Terry and Jo said
07:00 PM Jun 8, 2013
It would still be nice to know the weight capacities of the hitch. Some of the B&W hitches are 18,000 lbs or less in capacity, although 18,000 lbs would be good enough for a lot of trailers. However, if one is considering the "heavier hauler," it may be because they have a heavy trailer.
Terry
louisray87 said
04:04 PM Jun 12, 2013
I just posted pictures of hitch and specs for those who wanted that info, if you have any other questions let me know.
Terry and Jo said
04:43 PM Jun 12, 2013
Thanks, LouisRay87.
I'm actually surprised that the hitch is rated for that low of a weight rating, especially considering how big of a trailer that the truck could pull. Then again, your dad's trailer might not be that heavy. Anyone looking at the truck for a heavy trailer would likely need to replace the hitch with a heavier one.
Terry
louisray87 said
04:47 PM Jun 12, 2013
And that's fine if it needs to be replaced cause the hitch can still be sold and pay half or most for the new/used one they get, it's still included in the sell. Yeah my dads trailer has a king size bed, shower, restroom, kitchen, kitchen table, and living room. The truck pulls it w/ no issues and no hesitation; I don't know the length or weight of it but it's a really good size.
WestWardHo said
03:46 AM Jun 13, 2013
Well we still have truck envy!
Sherry
WestWardHo said
03:46 AM Jun 13, 2013
But we'd definitely have to replace that hitch!
louisray87 said
06:27 PM Jun 13, 2013
Just an update, I have someone that is coming to look at it Monday or Tuesday. I will update you all then or earlier if someone else jumps before they do. This is a first come first serve, or if paid "x" amount to reserve.
louisray87 said
03:59 PM Jun 18, 2013
update as of today, someone is going to come check out the truck today & maybe another person thursday if todays falls through on the sale.
louisray87 said
02:24 PM Jun 21, 2013
update: the sell fell through, the truck is still up for grabs..
louisray87 said
09:46 PM Jun 24, 2013
the truck is still here... :)
louisray87 said
04:25 PM Jun 27, 2013
bump, # change... I just got att and dropped sprint so i got a new cell #
suse1023 said
11:21 PM Jul 7, 2013
ok, i'm interested---but am in vermont!
it's still over budget but...
wish you weren't in texas!
I am posting this up for my dad, he is selling his 2006 GMC C4500 Duramax Diesel Topkick. It has a clean texas title, It has only 20k miles and runs like new. The truck DOES NOT have any issues mechanically, electrical, exterior, or interior. It has Custom wheels, spacers, and spring to make the ride much smoother. It has a slide-out electrical door step on the rear passenger side and custom railing on the back w/ toolbox. It also has the loud train horn, rear video screen, dvd player for the backseat and other goodies. Vehicle is located in Weslaco, TX. If you have any questions or want to see the vehicle please give me a call to 956-373-6095 Louis. Price: $55,000 OBO
(UPDATE 6/12/13: PICTURES OF HITCH HAVE BEEN ADDED)
-- Edited by louisray87 on Thursday 6th of June 2013 02:19:08 PM
-- Edited by louisray87 on Wednesday 12th of June 2013 09:03:13 AM
-- Edited by louisray87 on Thursday 27th of June 2013 09:25:02 AM
I read some review on car & driver about this model truck and if I remember it right (it was yesterday after all) it said that model truck unloaded would shake your teeth out driving unloaded or something like that but that it was a workhorse for heavy loads. Any other thoughts?
-- Edited by WestWardHo on Thursday 6th of June 2013 01:27:15 PM
The very good and interesting thing about this model year, with which I have personal experience, all good, is that this is the last year for the Duramax / Allision that didn’t have all the EPA mandated “stuff” on it. It may have the 6 speed Allision with the turbo brake assuming this truck is like the 2006 models with which I have a familiarity. But I can’t confirm any of that from the pictures.
I am not endorsing this specific truck as I haven’t seen it. But this is a great model year and has a great power train for someone who needs an MDT.
would make an awesome toad tho !!
Depends on whether there are air-ride seats. It’s a true MDT and not too good totally unloaded. Never intended as a daily driver that's for sure. Made to tow.
Yep, like the baby Freightliner and many of the pre-2011 3500 / F-450 / F-350 DRW trucks, it’s not designed as a daily driver unless you’ve made some suspension mods - like air bags, etc.
You might try showing it on racingjunk.com and dieselplace.com in the medium duty truck section.
that's a great looking truck.
sadly out of my price range though.
Suse, thanks and again it's OBO you never know unless you ask..
I may have missed it somewhere, but does the truck have air ride seats? You mentioned springs, so it obviously doesn't have air ride suspension. Also, is there a fifth wheel hitch installed that goes with the truck? If so, what kind and weight capacity does it have?
I should mention that I'm not asking for myself, but any potential buyers might find that information valuable.
Terry
GENECOP wrote:
That is one beautiful Truck....good luck with the sale.
Thanks!
I will get this info today if not the latest tomorrow, It does have the fifth wheel hitch installed and im sure we wouldn't keep it because he wouldn't use it on another vehicle since he's planning to sell his fifth wheel as we'll.. I will check the weight capacity on that hitch again today or the latest tomorrow.
Good questions by the way, thanks!
Hitch comes with it and works with gooseneck trailers and 5th wheels
As far as weight is concerned he said its standard, I can look up the specific hitch to find out more specs on it if needed.
Air ride seats?
Terry
Most MDT Topkick’s in this class, that are not work truck bodies, have air ride seats. Nope, not a B&K. On edit I add, with air bags this also is a very nice upgrade makes a very nice difference in the ride solo and hauling. Obviously this truck was an "up-fitted" truck.
-- Edited by Bill and Linda on Saturday 8th of June 2013 07:53:15 AM
-- Edited by Bill and Linda on Wednesday 12th of June 2013 09:11:31 AM
It would still be nice to know the weight capacities of the hitch. Some of the B&W hitches are 18,000 lbs or less in capacity, although 18,000 lbs would be good enough for a lot of trailers. However, if one is considering the "heavier hauler," it may be because they have a heavy trailer.
Terry
Thanks, LouisRay87.
I'm actually surprised that the hitch is rated for that low of a weight rating, especially considering how big of a trailer that the truck could pull. Then again, your dad's trailer might not be that heavy. Anyone looking at the truck for a heavy trailer would likely need to replace the hitch with a heavier one.
Terry
Sherry
it's still over budget but...
wish you weren't in texas!
suse i sent you a message.
SOLD!!!!!