Decisions

I'm looking for some input on a decision. I'm looking to buy my first truck and I'm torn between two options. First one is a 78 Chevy bonanza.
>solid engine, drive train has no issues
>a few cosmetic repairs needed but nothing too terribly bad.
>speedometer doesn't work will need to fix
>260k miles
>still decent looking and owner is selling for only 1k dollars.
My second option is a 95 Ford F-150
>150k miles
>solid engine with no hiccups
>power windows, locks, etc
>cosmetic issues are at bare minimum
>extended cab
>downside is its 4900 dollars, which means I'll need to finance it with a 1k down payment probably
What do you guys think? Should I just pay a thousand bucks and slowly do some work on the Chevy? Or should I take the Ford that won't need any work right away, but pay it off for a little while?

Chevy 350

Any particular reason why?

The f-150. That chevy is going to get terrible mileage. If the f-150 has the 4.9L buy it immediately. Its one of the best engines ever built and will give you no problems as long as you remember to keep it well oiled. Its really nice having that extra room with the ext cab. That chevy is going to give you nothing but problems.

>ford
>reliable

Fix it Again Tony

The f150 has a 5.8 liter actually.

>Pocketsand

Are you going to be using these truck for truck stuff or just as a dd? The 5.8L is a decent work engine but not for a commuter.

Just an everyday truck. But I live in a very small town where my "commute" to work is 10 minutes max.

That said I may move at some point, so I'll want to haul a uhaul at least.