69-72 Vista Cruiser Tailgate door handle

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Dec 8, 2025 | 12:42 PM

lucky131969

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69-72 Vista Cruiser Tailgate door handle

Noticing that some years have an exterior door handle on the upper right side of the tailgate. Was this limited to model year or an option?

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Dec 8, 2025 | 02:55 PM

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The handle was only installed on Dual-Action (drop or swing) tailgates. It was option code C28, available on Station Wagons and Vista Cruisers.

Dec 9, 2025 | 04:35 AM

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The handle was only installed on Dual-Action (drop or swing) tailgates. It was option code C28, available on Station Wagons and Vista Cruisers.

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Dec 9, 2025 | 09:39 AM

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But in 1971 Olds deleted the handle for the dual action TG

Dec 9, 2025 | 10:16 AM

lucky131969

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But in 1971 Olds deleted the handle for the dual action TG

Ok. I'm having a hell of a time finding a replacement tailgate for my 71. I did find one from a 69, but it has the handle.

Dec 9, 2025 | 02:20 PM

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Have you tried Desert Valley Auto Parts? Last I checked several months ago they had 3 '71/'72 Vistas, one for sure had the tailgate.

Dec 9, 2025 | 03:57 PM

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Ok. I'm having a hell of a time finding a replacement tailgate for my 71. I did find one from a 69, but it has the handle.

The rear handle is simply a grab bar bolted on the outside. Weld the mounting holes shut and you will have a gate for your 71.

Dec 11, 2025 | 11:41 AM

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The rear handle is simply a grab bar bolted on the outside. Weld the mounting holes shut and you will have a gate for your 71.

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