I bought a 69 short bed in my late teens, but I sold it when I quickly realized I had bitten off more than I could chew. I got it driveable (I use that word loosely), but it needed way more body work than I could afford since I have no skills in that area and I was a broke college kid. But that body style is my favorite, so hopefully I'll get another one someday...but start with one in good shape.