Budget: £10,000
Purchase Price: $8,650 (£5,400)
Final Cost: £10,993
Selling Price: £13,600
Profit/Loss: +£2,607
Work Completed: Engine upgraded from single to twin carburettors with new manifold, engine bay resprayed to match Chrysler cream body colour (paint supplied by seller), flatbed floor wood replaced, soundproofing installed inside the cab to reduce engine noise and vibrations, white grille replaced with chrome version and new wheels fitted.
Notes: Purchased near San Francisco, California. Restoration price includes £1,950 shipping, £300 import tax and £1000 travel expenses. First pickup truck in the series.