nick8086 Posted February 25, 2020 Share Posted February 25, 2020 looking to get rid of two of them.. Chev 1955 265 motor? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TTR Posted February 25, 2020 Share Posted February 25, 2020 Not that I’m interested and I know everyone is trying to get rid of unwanted stuff cheaply, but instead of soliciting offers, it might be easier if you just post their location and how much you’re willing to pay ? I assume at least enough to cover transportation costs, although local scrap haulers may pick them up for free. At least around here some of them do, but not all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
padgett Posted February 25, 2020 Share Posted February 25, 2020 Should be valuable for collectors since is the only SBC that does not have an oil filter. If restoring a '55 and want to be 100% correct you need these. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George Smolinski Posted February 25, 2020 Share Posted February 25, 2020 Put an ad in your local CL and FB. If mine, I would give them to someone who would use them for their car rather than scrap them. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Bond Posted February 25, 2020 Share Posted February 25, 2020 A good idea might be to change the topic title on your posting. My first reaction to it was "about a dollar less than a 266." Next step is to decide whether you are just asking how much to charge for it or if you are actually trying to sell one. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TerryB Posted February 25, 2020 Share Posted February 25, 2020 Location is important for shipping considerations. Are they complete or short blocks? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1937hd45 Posted February 25, 2020 Share Posted February 25, 2020 Why is listing something for sale such a challenge? Listing your location is step one. Bob 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike6024 Posted February 25, 2020 Share Posted February 25, 2020 They are not worth anything. Give them to someone who can use them, and enjoy the satisfaction of helping someone out who needs them for a restoration. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bhigdog Posted February 25, 2020 Share Posted February 25, 2020 Take them to the nearest marina. Maybe someone needs a new boat anchor. Then again....... if you can somehow put a Harley Davidson logo on them.........Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
padgett Posted February 26, 2020 Share Posted February 26, 2020 Would think a one-year-only block to be in demand by restorers, or are restomods with LSs more popular ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lump Posted February 26, 2020 Share Posted February 26, 2020 I sold a 1955-only 265 engine many years ago at Hershey, to a guy who was restoring a 55 convertible. IF I recall correctly, he paid $300 for it. It still had the correct numbers-matching distributor, carburetor, exhaust manifolds, flywheel/clutch assy, and bellhousing on it. But it was stuck. He bought it as-is. The fact is that, as Padgett already pointed out, that block was a one-year-only application. It had no boss on the driver's side bottom for an oil filter. So anyone who wants the correct-for-the-year block in their 55 Chevy has to have one. Take lots of photos, note the casting numbers and assembly date codes on them, and post them for sale. You might be surprised. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capngrog Posted February 26, 2020 Share Posted February 26, 2020 9 hours ago, 1937hd45 said: Why is listing something for sale such a challenge? Listing your location is step one. Bob Don't ever, ever list your region, state or city location, because "they" can get you!! Several years ago, I tried to make the point that listing one's location (region or state at least) was both informative and useful, especially if asking for assistance with a car that could best be handled by the visit of a nearby "expert/enthusiast". I also find it interesting that we have many international members, from places as far away as Australia and South Africa. I was thoroughly shut down by folks who think that listing one's location (region or state) could somehow compromise their security. There are many things in life which I fail to understand, and that is one of them. Cheers, Grog Paisley, Florida U.S.A. 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike6024 Posted February 26, 2020 Share Posted February 26, 2020 28 minutes ago, capngrog said: Cheers, Grog Paisley, Florida U.S.A. We will need your precise street address before we approve your above comments. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nick8086 Posted February 26, 2020 Author Share Posted February 26, 2020 (edited) I have a buyer.. I just have not talked about the price.. I may keep this one.. The other one I want to sell.. It is just a block... and a few parts.. I found on line the in take was selling for around 400.00 I was just looking for a ball park price as is.. may need to look at this first http://nastyz28.com/sbchevy/sblock.html Edited February 26, 2020 by nick8086 (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike6024 Posted February 26, 2020 Share Posted February 26, 2020 So there is something special about the 1955. I thought 265's were common as dirt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nick8086 Posted February 26, 2020 Author Share Posted February 26, 2020 (edited) 19 minutes ago, mike6024 said: So there is something special about the 1955. I thought 265's were common as dirt. Everything is common as dirt.. Until you need it.. No one will sell it.. Edited February 26, 2020 by nick8086 (see edit history) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capngrog Posted February 26, 2020 Share Posted February 26, 2020 9 hours ago, mike6024 said: We will need your precise street address before we approve your above comments. Now THAT'S what I'm talkin' about! "We"? Aha, proof positive that "They" are still out there. Cheers, Grog 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
padgett Posted February 26, 2020 Share Posted February 26, 2020 "your precise street address" - not hard to find if you know where to look. However I have watch cats. Anything happens they will watch. Have found many times if I sell (or more likely to give away) something, six month later I need it. Just pointing out that "100% as it left the factory" also means factory rejects, mistakes, & blunders. ps this a good time to mention the dealer installed oil filter for the 265 ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rusty Heaps Posted February 26, 2020 Share Posted February 26, 2020 I'll take it off your hands as long as there's free shipping! Just kidding. If you lived close, I might consider it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
victorialynn2 Posted February 26, 2020 Share Posted February 26, 2020 (edited) 16 hours ago, lump said: I sold a 1955-only 265 engine many years ago at Hershey, to a guy who was restoring a 55 convertible. IF I recall correctly, he paid $300 for it. It still had the correct numbers-matching distributor, carburetor, exhaust manifolds, flywheel/clutch assy, and bellhousing on it. But it was stuck. He bought it as-is. The fact is that, as Padgett already pointed out, that block was a one-year-only application. It had no boss on the driver's side bottom for an oil filter. So anyone who wants the correct-for-the-year block in their 55 Chevy has to have one. Take lots of photos, note the casting numbers and assembly date codes on them, and post them for sale. You might be surprised. 👆👆👆When I sold the flatheads, I learned this was important to the value. Also, does the motor turn? If it’s stuck, try putting marvel mystery oil under all the spark plugs everyday for a few weeks. That worked on the Jeepster motor and Jack got it running. (I think even Jack was surprised it unstuck). Are there cracks in it? What is the bore? (Have to take it apart to tell, don’t ask me about boring, I just know it matters). Is it just a decent core or can you get it running? All of these factors play a part. Value can be anywhere from $100-$300 for a decent (not cracked) core, plus extra for carbs and other parts, to $2,000+ for a complete, restored runner, depending on model and demand. Shipping is also a factor. Where are you located? I hear you can strap it to a pallet and ship it reasonably via Fastenal or Harbor Freight if I remember right? Once you know what you have, google for recent comps. Look on completed eBay sales or on Tri 5 forums. A little research goes a long way. Edited February 26, 2020 by victorialynn2 (see edit history) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nick8086 Posted February 27, 2020 Author Share Posted February 27, 2020 18 hours ago, capngrog said: Now THAT'S what I'm talkin' about! "We"? Aha, proof positive that "They" are still out there. Cheers, Grog Is this what you looking for directions to the old cars parts.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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