Vehicle Description
A combination of unusually light usage and consistent care has left
this 1987 Ford F-150 XLT Lariat 4x4 in fine shape. It's logged only
a little over 54,000 miles during its 30-plus year life span and
its drivetrain, which features four-wheel drive surefootedness, is
in reassuringly solid working order, leaving you well-prepared
should the call of the road less travelled beckon.
As an '87, this sturdy Ford represents the eighth generation of the
F series line and wears a more rounded, refined front clip with
improved aerodynamics as a result. The two-tone brown and tan paint
scheme it's draped in is a signature look for the model and remains
in its original state - this truck has yet to venture into a paint
booth for a freshening up session and while you can see evidence of
the passing of time here and there, it's still pretty clean. The
bumpers both fore and aft are unblemished and well-aligned and show
no signs of having run afoul of any immovable objects and the
collection of badging on display here is consistently sharp - in
particular, the emblems calling out this pickup's 4-wheel drive
abilities really pop against their dark background. The glass
surrounding the cabin is nice and clear and the sliding rear
windshield is a welcome feature.
Inside the cab, everything is in very good order, with the tan
interior looking fresh and road-ready - a definite beneficiary of
this truck's low mileage. Respectful use and shielding from the
elements has left the bench seat in good shape and still plushly
padded and below, the carpet appears to have been replaced and
though it could use an adjustment, that's not the most involved of
repairs. In back, the bed area looks great - its rubber matting has
served its protective duties well and the absence of shifting cargo
has left the surrounding walls clean and unblemished. The factory
air conditioning blows cold and strong through the in-dash vents to
cool the interior and the original AM/M/Cassette stereo still
performs its audio duties as intended. Beyond the factory steering
wheel, the dash area harbors clear, easily readable gauges and
there are no cracks to be found on the pad running across the
top.
Climb into the cab and turn the key and you'll quickly come to the
realization that this truck has been well maintained and, due to
its unusually light usage, it retains an entirely stock drivetrain.
It's propelled by a 5.8 liter engine that's running in top form as
it pairs with a 4-speed automatic transmission with an overdrive
gear to keep RPMs down at highway speeds. While this top tier F-150
retains its factory stance, it nevertheless offers plenty of wheel
clearance, and with the agility of 4-wheel drive within easy reach
on the transmission tunnel, you'll be equipped for rugged terrain
on short notice. Its road manners remain exemplary even more than
30 years since its debut - its power steering remains smooth and
responsive, so navigating this sharp looking workhorse is a low
effort affair and power brakes that position discs up front bring
its set of 15" steel wheels wrapped with Nexen tires to prompt,
dependable stops. As you'd likely anticipate on a vehicle so
carefully looked after, the undercarriage remains in good condition
- you can see some expected patina below due to its age, but its
components are straight and solid.
This 1987 Ford F-150 XLT Lariat 4x4 would be a great acquisition
for the classic truck enthusiast who also puts a high premium on
reliable drivability. Call today!
