Vehicle Description
The Ford F-Series is known across the world as a hardworking truck.
That reputation is a big part of why it's earned the title of
America's Bestselling Vehicle for 36 consecutive years. Of course,
a lifetime of dedicated service should be rewarded and, for a few
chosen trucks, a leisurely retirement in the collector car scene
awaits. This 1955 Ford F200 resto-mod is one of those privileged
few. Featuring a dressed 460, a custom interior and a mile-long
list of mechanical modifications, this Ford was built for sunny day
cruising. And if you're in the market for a timeless Effie, it's a
standout choice for your next classic!
TRADITIONAL - IN MORE WAYS THAN ONE
The beneficiary of acute, body-on restoration that was conducted by
Barnes Automotive and Truck Service of Arlington Heights, Illinois,
this cool pickup celebrates the standout attributes of old school
Ford style! The truck's solid, all-steel fuselage mirrors a bright
coat of red 2-stage. And those excellent reflections trace straight
surfaces to suggest many labor-intensive hours were spent exacting
excellent finish work. At the front of the truck, a Gloss Black
grille hangs stainless-trimmed headlights above clear parking lamps
and a polished bumper. Above that grille, a Ford-branded hood leads
polished windshield wipers, which clear clean, chip-free glass. At
the sides of that glass, stylish mirrors join polished handles to
parallel Gloss Black running boards and a traditional fuel filler.
And at the back of the truck, a smooth tailgate hides a
black-stained bed between sleeved chains, bright taillights and a
second polished bumper.
FOUR SIXTY FORD
Pop this pickup's rounded hood and you'll reveal a massive, 460
cubic inch Ford V8 that provides both great power and great
drivability. At the top of that fully sorted mill, a polished air
cleaner feeds oxygen to a big Holley 4-barrel that's tamed by an
electric choke. Below that carb, an iron Ford intake rides between
iron Ford heads, which are equipped with polished Edelbrock valve
covers and a polished breather. In front of those heads, a proven
points distributor sequences fire between an MSD Blaster 2 coil and
loomed Taylor plug wires. Factory manifolds look appropriate caging
bright blue block paint. Charging and steering are aided by billet
brackets and billet pullies. An aluminum radiator rides between two
electric fans. And the truck's bright red engine bay is dotted with
choice pieces like a deep Moroso oil pan and a corrugated coolant
hose.
RESTORED AND MODIFIED
At the bottom of this classic, a reliable C6 3-speed automatic
transmission makes easy work of extended cruising, channeling power
to a 9-inch Moser axle that's packed with a posi-traction
differential and smooth, 3.00 gears. Around that drivetrain, a
modernized chassis starts off with boxed frame rails and progresses
to a familiar Mustang II front-clip that's equipped with tubular
control arms and adjustable Viking coil-overs. The back end is held
in place by a triangulated 4-bar that's supported by tubular
control arms and two more adjustable Viking coil-overs. Steering is
aided by a power-assisted rack-and-pinion. Power front disc and
rear drum brakes bring the truck to a halt with authority. Great
sounds come courtesy of aluminized pipes and a throaty Flowmaster
muffler. And everything rolls on chromed steelies, which spin
chromed smoothie caps inside two 215/75R15 Coker Classic whitewalls
and two 235/75R15 Coker Classic whitewalls.
CUSTOM DONE RIGHT
Swivel the doors and you'll reveal a tasteful custom cockpit that
was installed by Cassin Customizing of Woodstock, Illinois. Tight
leather covers a contoured bench seat that's complete with sturdy
lap belts. In front of that seat, a tasteful dash hangs crisp
Classic Instruments telemetry above Bluetooth-capable Kenwood
audio. Custom, padded carpet frames a booted Lokar shifter between
a custom headliner and custom side panels. Billet door handles
complement billet sills, billet pulls and billet window cranks. And
in front of the driver, a hot rod steering wheel laps a tilting
column.
With a reliable drivetrain, an attractive interior and clean lines
all around, this Ford is dead-set on hitting the road and turning
heads. Join in on the fun by calling, clicking or visiting
https://www.RKMotors.com!
HIGHLIGHTS
All-steel F200 resto-mod that's benefitted from professional,
body-on restoration
460 cubic inch Ford V8
C6 3-speed automatic transmission
Moser 9-inch rear axle / Posi-traction differential / 3.00
gears
Power rack-and-pinion steering
Power front disc and rear drum brakes
Boxed frame / Mustang II front suspension / Triangulated 4-bar rear
suspension
Custom leather interior / Modern audio
15-inch steel wheels
Restoration receipts
All RK Motors vehicles receive a comprehensive, multi-point
inspection
We can arrange shipment of your purchase anywhere in the world
