Two trucks, one choice...

[jrwild]

Ok, so i'm probably too new at this for my own good but...

Looking to buy my first C10 this weekend and i've narrowed it down to two trucks..

First is a 1972, not too much rust (i'm told), LWB with a V8 350 and a 350 transmission.. PB, PS and A/C cab. He's asking $2,500 and owns 2 other C10's "First two pictures"


Second is a 1970 CST (Seller said it's a 72), Looks like surface rust only (based on pictures), LWB with V8 350 and auto (not sure which), PB, PS and A/C cab. Looks like small body damage on front right and hasn't run in couple of years. This is grandchild of original owner. She's asking $1,000. Is it possible i'm wrong and this is a 1972 truck? I'll see the VIN tomorrow to check for sure, but based on the front end it must be a 1970. "Last three pictures"


My dilemma is that i was leaning towards getting a 72 but the 70 seems too good to pass up.. The first guy told me that the 72 C10 had a wider rear axle/is that true? Either truck i'm planning to tear down and do a frame up resto. For a starting point the second truck is more in my financial comfort zone.

So the big question, which one should i get?