Whats it worth?

[Daniel U]

Honestly, if you're happy with the ride/alignment of the front end, no more than $2k. Looks like you'll need a bunch of body work if that's the direction you intend on going. If you plan on just getting it road worthy and don't mind the rust or dents, you'll be money ahead. If you're not dead set on that year, there are probably more 47-53 trucks that are in that good or better condition for less. The parts for them are easier to find also. I don't want to discourage you from tackling this resto, but be sure you price out all of your parts. I really encourage you to read my entire thread. I started out with a 3/4 ton longbed '54. I now have a standard bed 1/2 ton with 4 wheel disc, mustII independent susp., PS, PW, EFI, custom fuel tank, elect. windshield wipers, and a few small body mods, etc. We have $30k in parts to get where we're at with our '54. Some of what pushed me the direction I went was my emotional attachment, as this was my 1st truck. Do you do body work? Do you do engine, brake, and interior? Most of us here don't do it all, so add in labor to your build. Have a clear plan for what you want when you're finished. My project evolved from a $30k budget to a $60k budget. Try to be realistic with yourself. If you do end up getting it, learn patience. It seems to be a motif in my life. Just my .02