Rubber and rims were another major concern.Both rear inner tires were changed last year and the owner knows of two tires/tubes available ($150) for the rear outer.The brakes are said to be in excellent condition.

As I need the truck to haul a Case 580c backhoe of similar vintage brakes followed closely by tires and clutch are top of the list.
If it won't stop, start or steer doesn't really matter what it looks like.