Vehicle Description
Sometimes you just can instantly recognize when a build has the
best of everything. This custom 1956 Ford F-100 has the paint,
stance, suspension, luxury interior, and fuel-injected Corvette
motor to be the best of everything. That's why there's only 75
miles on the build and it already has earned a best in show
award.
The superior presentation of this truck starts with the paint.
Black is notorious for showing off any shortcuts taken with a
build. So when it's this butter-smooth, that means there was a ton
of time and money invested in making sure the body was amazing
before the first drop of paint went on top. And the black is part
of $16k invested in the paint alone last year. The result is a deep
and hard shine that makes this Ford look like it was formed from
volcanic glass. Complementing this level of shine are the
mirror-like chrome elements on the bumpers and the stylistic
grille. And the Foose wheels not only add to the polished
presentation, but also their 18/20-inch front/rear stagger help
draw even more attention to this F-100's naturally forward leaning
aggressive stance (and adjustable air bags really let you dial-in
the intimidation factor.) And as people are checking out the cab,
Ford enthusiasts will undoubtedly point out the desirable
wraparound rear window option. In fact, this whole build is for
lovers of details. There's something special from every angle with
the clear blue-dot headlights, integrated side exhaust tips,
flush-mounted rails on the wood truck bed, and frenched license
plate on the tailgate. So yes, this is the cleanest and most
thoughtful F-100 we've seen.
The ultra-smooth black continues inside, and now it's joined by a
tasteful saddle brown. You know there are hardly any miles on this
build when even the floor mats are intact in their protective wrap.
1950s trucks only had bench seats, so this keeps that attitude but
upgrades it completely. The leather is supple, and the bolstering
gives you a bucket-like level of comfort. Plus, the color is
matched on the carpeting and custom door panels for a full uniform
feeling. More investments in comfort mean all the right modern
amenities like R134a air conditioning, power windows, and an
AM/FM/CD/XM stereo that has Bluetooth, iPod input, and a full
subwoofer stereo system neatly integrated into the interior design.
When you slip into the driver's seat, the wood grain on the Budnik
steering wheel seems like the perfect bridge between the interior
black and brown. And the Dakota Digital gauge panel as the cool
blue glow feels like a sign there's more modern under the hood.
The engine bay could win awards all on its own. The full polished
package looks amazing as it radiates from the slick black engine
bay. And the wood-like covers on the motor coordinate with the
steering wheel and door trim on the inside - so you know this was a
fully coordinated build. And while they invested over $16k on the
motor alone, it wasn't all about the flash. That's because this has
the substance of modern LS3 power. Oh yeah, the same fuel-injected
powerhouse that helped the C6 Corvette and fifth-gen Camaro SS
reign supreme is now neatly under the hood of this classic pickup.
And growl the header-fed dual exhaust lets everyone know this is a
very mean and modem machine. With 430 horsepower on tap, the rest
of the truck had to be upgraded, too. The 4L70E four-speed
automatic transmission is the perfect pairing to be stout enough
for performance driving, and it's also always ready to settle into
overdrive cruising. This sits on a strong TCI chassis, which also
includes a Mustang II-style independent front suspension with
tubular A-arms. And the rear suspension keeps the rubber on the
road with a triangulated four-link rear with adjustable coilovers.
Add in power steering, a Wilwood four-wheel disc brake package, and
wide Mickey Thompson Sportsman tires, and this vintage hauler is
now a true handler.
There are so many details that went into this custom build that we
just don't have the room to list them here. But gives us a call,
and we'll got over the full file of build receipts. But of course,
you already know this is an amazing custom build meant for someone
who only demands the best. Is that you?