I think you make the case already for your decision. If you want short bed and PS/PB and automatic then be patient and go find that. Someone else will buy and enjoy what otherwise is a very suitable truck for their wants and needs.
~ HB 1966 Chevrolet K-10 | Ghost: formerly Flappy Fenders | In the Stovebolt Gallery 1962 Chevrolet C10 1962 Suburban