Vehicle Description
Debuting to take the place of their capable but smaller F1
predecessor, stouter, sturdier trucks like this 1955 Ford F-100
emerged to capably get America back to work in the aftermath of two
separate disrupting global conflicts. Looking straight and running
strong, this venerable workhorse offers a pair of opportunities for
its next owner - it cuts an impressive presence and is very much up
to the task of performing as an attention-getting frequent driver
in its current state, or it could also be taken to a whole new
level with some well-placed customization.
Ford recognized that many Americans were relying ever more heavily
on their pickups to toil dependably at work sites while also
performing regular transportation duties, so they bridged the gap
between personal trucks and larger, more industrially-focused
versions as their F1 line gave way to the F-100 just a couple of
years before this 1955 first saw the light of day, arming them with
a wider track and broader front ends to more easily accommodate a
sizable engine, and to provide more comfort for a driver and
passenger sitting side by side. Clad in a nice, solid gray paint
job, this is a very capable looking vintage ride, with its beefy
front fenders, stout running boards and sturdy looking rear end.
When viewed from the front, the thick grille bars sitting below a
star shaped emblem give it an almost art-deco look. More than 60
years of loyal service haven't taken their toll on its alignment -
its body panels still fit well and nice, even gaps surround the
hood and doors.
The gray interior has been refurbished in a suitably vintage look,
with a modern-looking shifter just in front of the leather bench
seat and an assortment of aftermarket gauges residing under the
dash as the only modern components in sight - even the original,
coil patterned pedals still sit in place below. If you look through
the factory steering wheel, you'll see a seriously stylish dash
area, with a two-tone instrument cluster sitting behind clear
glass. The speedometer and factory gauges inside will need some
attention to get them back online, but their aftermarket
counterparts are functioning just as intended. The bed area in back
shows a few badges of honor gained from actual use, but its walls
are very sound and the planks lining the floor sit level between
steel reinforcements that are all in place, though some refinishing
of the wood would spruce things up a bit.
Owing to its generously proportioned engine compartment, the 302
cubic inch V8 sitting inside is surrounded by quite a bit of
working room. An Edelbrock 4-barrel carb that sits under a chrome
air cleaner combines with an Edelbrock intake manifold to add some
extra power, while an electronic ignition provides a far more
dependable spark than what this classic truck started out with. The
engine pairs with a 4-speed manual transmission that's shifting
very securely to offer a very nice driving experience. There is a
long list of components that were fairly recently installed to up
the dependability factor, including the clutch, flywheel, pressure
plate, master cylinder, fuel tank and sending unit, fuel pump and
starter, while new front end bushings and tie rod ends make for a
quieter ride and secure steering. This solid running,
nostalgia-inducing classic rides on a set of original 15" Ford
wheels that feature great looking branded hubcaps and are wrapped
with Mastercraft tires.
Offering plenty of vintage road readiness in the present and the
opportunity for customization in the future, this 1955 Ford F-100
would be a great score for any classic truck enthusiast. Call
today!
