Vehicle Description
A well-done vintage truck turns more heads than a new one, but
that's only part of the reason why you'll love this 1978 Ford F-150
Ranger 4x4. It has the size, stance, features, and upgraded 460 V8
power to make sure this classic pickup knows how to get the job
done.
In the 70s, the Ranger package meant an upgraded and very stylish
pickup. It starts with professional application of a two-tone blue
and silver. It's nicely intertwined, including using the premium
full-length trim as a dividing line. There was a nice investment in
keeping a stock look with the newer grille, wide chrome front
bumper, and square headlights (lower models had the round ones in
'78.) It's been stated that there was $30k investment in this Ford,
and the quality really shows. But the money wasn't just about
looking great; it was also about giving you the kind of components
that keep this a terrific truck. There's a tall stance, brighter
headlights, and wide trailering mirrors for plenty of ability. And
because we know that long bed means more chores, it's protected
with a rugged liner paint. We bet you also noticed that this has
the sought-after built-in tool box option on the passenger
side!
Open the door, and you'll see some obvious signs of keeping this
truck comfortable. The bench seat has a new cover with comfy cloth
inserts. The dash look nice with its classic/premium wood trim.
Plus, the radio has the classic knob-style appearance, but it's
really a modern AM/FM digital tuner. The major components for air
conditioning are in place, but it will need a servicing with the
hoses hooked up to work again. Of course, your real favorite
breezes come from opening the vent windows and sliding the rear
glass for the old-school air flow that only a classic pickup can
provide.
This is a big truck, but fortunately, there's a big V8 to move it
around. The 460 cubic-inch engine was the largest motor Ford ever
put in this generation F-series. Not only was this more recently
upgraded to the biggest of the big blocks, but also there are nice
additions, like an Edelbrock four-barrel carburetor and an aluminum
intake. This kind of well-done and more recent upgrade, means the
motor fires up with confidence and runs like a dependable truck
should. Combine the rumble of the dual exhaust with the two speed
4x4 transfer case and new Cooper Evolution M/T tires, and you
realize this is a great package for on or off road. This is also
true of features like Ford's stout C6 three-speed automatic
transmission, power steering, and power brakes w/discs up
front.
This F-150 has been given nice investments in making sure it looks
good and really gets the job done. So if love a truck that can turn
heads and lead the way, call today!