92 s10 for low cost pickup?

[Nate]

Hey,

I'm considering buying a small pickup to drive through the winters, and haul misc items with. I need something rugged, with low running costs. By that, I mean good fuel ecomomy, cheap parts, and easy to fix if it needs work.

I found a 92 s10, 2wd, 5 speed, with a 2.8 for $500. It needs a clutch (kit costs under $100, flywheel turning is $35, and its not a hard job)

It has 5 years on a rebuilt engine. The body's in good shape (ex cab, short box), for being a 92, it's been well kept. No damage, good glass, cab corners have some rust, but nothing to be overly concerned with.

I'm wondering if it would be a decent choice for a winter beater/ light duty hauler.
Does anyone have any experience with a 1st generation s10, especially in snow country?
Anything better out there for a simple, basic, cheap pickup?

Tks
~Nate