Because a photo is more descriptive than talking - this is my "new" 88 K5 i recently got --- it came with a much better original GM hood and i will have to replace the driver's side fender before it is re-painted, but the most important thing for me is that it is intact and relatively un-molested (except for a possible rear bench mismatch (rear bench is vinyl). It is a 350 FI and is in excellent mechanical shape, but needs anew muffler.
I paid $2000 for it and had to install new tires the day i got it, bringing the total to $2500.00. Did i overpay a little, or is that in the ballpark for a driver? No matter - its mine now - initial quote for paint and a little dent repair is around 2 to re-spray it 2 tone, and about a 6-700 to re-do the interior with new carpet and seat covers, so i am really hoping to have a really nice driver for 5-6000.