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That truck did go cheap at $3500 but it needs at least 8-10K worth of visible repairs, assuming the radiator can be repaired without replacement.
Very often, the non-runners have some minimal problems and can be brought back to life cheaply. Then again, some just need engine and tranny...
As far as I know, the serial number range is dispositive. All 3xxxxx series feature REV B upgrades.
But word of caution, there are some trucks with other serial number ranges above 4xxxxx. I have no data on whether those are REV B. The ones I have seen with those numbers have been models...
Yep, serial number in the 3xx,xxx range. And I wouldn't say stupid - a 3xxxxx M1165A1 that looked pretty complete and running with doors went last week for $46K hammer price (54K with premium). That's about the nicest kind of truck you can get out of the auction, expensive but not stupid money.
The REV B parts are getting more expensive - and in the case of a couple bits, hard to find - but overall they represent a vast improvement over earlier models.
The real question is cost: higher upfront cost, and higher maintenance costs -- and is that worth it you? That depends on your...