I found my first truck and need guidance

[rslove]

Ill try to keep this short, but my first vehicle was a 72 C10 in the mid 90s. I sold it in college for spending money and I may have tracked it back down. I believe the individual is going to sell it back to me. I have been looking for this one truck for a few years now.

I have can do basic mechanic stuff but I have never worked on engines or done body work. He has it taken apart because he was about to restore it. I hope Im not over my head.

I guess its a hard question to answer but this project to big for a beginner to tackle or should I just spend the money and let him or someone else get me to a good starting point.

Im super excited I found this truck before it was parted out or left in a field to rot I just don't want to mess it up more and waste to much money with careless mistakes.

Around how much would a basic restore normally cost, I guess is what Im asking?