[68bowtie]

Other than the top of the passenger fender, where else is the rust? That’s in an unusual spot, maybe worth fixing and touching up if it’s limited beyond that. I still think selling complete is your best option.

The things that detract from value are 3/4-ton lwb 2wd (can’t easily change), rust, paint, and steering wheel (fixable). If you could patch up a couple rust spots and buff up the paint, replace the steering wheel and missing trim piece, and do a good detailing, that would help value quite a bit and possibly get you to the $6k value you’re looking for. Being “Turn key” is a big selling point for a lot of buyers, and although the paint is “crappy”, it’s all one color which is a selling point, and it’s original color to boot. The upsides you mentioned (a/c cab, big block, nice interior, runs good) are great features but the c20 models just don’t have much demand.

Again this is all just my opinion...