I had gotten an 1990 F-150 that was a a work truck. Its had some type of rack in the back for hauling pipes and ofcourse the tailgate was shot. However I fixed a fews areas on the hood and completed alot of the side panels as far as body work goes. Then I bought 12 cans of Ford silver paint and went to town. The truck was grey to begin with. In some areas it was rough but all in all the silver was a good choice.
But I'll never do that again