Which year is best & why? Looking to buy

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Hi All,

Looking to buy my first older Chevy / GMC truck. It will definately be pre-1980. I like the 73-87 models also but am leaning heavy towards the 67-72's. Was there a bad year for these trucks or were any a better year? While shopping are there any problems I should be looking for? Did any particular year have any major refinements over the past year? I need all those type of blah blah blah questions answered.

I am in N GA and will be looking for a rust free 4wheel drive 4 spd truck. I haven't decided at what stage I want the truck. I have a budget of $10k. What do one of these trucks go for restored? I have been watching E-bay but I guess there isn't alot out there or no one is selling. The local auto-trader has like 2. Any suggestions on finding one would be helpfull to.

Thanks
Ron