First Classic Purchase: Seeking Guidance and Trustworthy Shop in Houston

[nv6425]

Hey Fellas, it's been some time since I've been active on the forums, but my desire to be part of the club hasn't faded. I got busy with kids and work, and I'm ready to take the plunge. I'm in Houston and am looking for a truck I can jump in and enjoy; unlike most of you guys I'm not very mechanically inclined and will need a trustworthy shop I can rely on to take care of my truck.

I'm in a bit of a conundrum, I have seen a couple of trucks I really like, but they are well overpriced so I'm trying to figure out what is the best way to achieve this? Do I find a shop and tell them what I'm looking for and they can custom build it for me? Do I buy something close to done and have it finished the way I want, restomod with classic looks but modern underpinnings? Or do I bite the bullet and buy something done already?

Any guidance on who to use in Houston and where to take this search?

Thanks in advance!!