how much to pay?...

[stevessierra]

hello all, not new, just a lurker. learned quite a handful thanks to your contributions to the site. so thanks is in order. i have been looking to buy a 60-63 chevy/gmc. gotta love that panoramic windshield : ) ive been doing a bit of research and have really found what i would like to get. so my ultimate query is what should i expect to pay for a truck? i know there are things i need to look for such as where typical rust is found, but i need help with what options are worth more. such as big vs small back window or i6 vs v8. and so on. i would ultimately like to have a chevrolet(double hump dash) 63(ladder frame, but an older frame is ok, as i can beef it up) i prefer the 60-61 grille and hood. like the apache signal openings. the double headlights on each side. but i can change that later on. longbed is a must. need the cargo room for work. my shortwide 84 just isnt enough. im not particular on engine, although a 6 would be neat. but a 283 would be cool for a bit of hot rodding around. dont mind big or small back window, either one is stylin. dont mind a half or three quarter toner. a transfercase(4x4) would be prefered. but if not equipped i wouldnt mind converting later down the road. so im gonna ask you guys what i should look at paying for a truck. say a 61 4x4 3/4 ton small back window, small v8. or maybe a 63 half ton 2wd big back window and a 6. all help is appreciated. thanks in advance.