Vehicle Description
This 1953 Ford F-100 pickup doesn't break any new ground, but what
it does offer is a classic look that's supremely well-executed and
powered by reliable Chevy V8 power. Arguably the best-looking
pickup of the 1950s, the F-100 makes a great-looking hot rod
without altering a single panel, and if you crave attention, this
truck delivers in a big way.
Blue always works well on pickup trucks, but the slick Blue
Metallic finish on this one is so vivid that you need sunglasses to
look directly at it. None of the old Ford's beautiful body lines
was altered during the build, but everything was expertly restored
and fitted, so the gaps are exacting and even the big hood fits
neatly with the fenders. It's the kind of detail that you don't
notice immediately but gives the whole truck a very strong,
driver-quality look that stands up to most scrutiny. Everything is
painted to match, too, including the running boards (which offer
Ford step plates) and the inside of the bed. All the original
chrome and stainless trim was left in place, including the grille
and headlight buckets, beautiful Ford F-100 emblems on the hood,
and even the taillights are original style with that cool, unique
F-1 shape. Bright chrome bumpers give it an old-fashioned look and
as is the style with many restored pickups, the bed is still fully
functional.
The usual Ford utilitarian interior got a makeover, anchored by a
later-model split-bench seat that was cut down and wrapped in soft
yet durable cloth and vinyl materials. The two-tone blue seat is
accented with woodgrain trim end caps and supported by a drop-down
armrest, and all pretext of working for a living has been wiped
out, creating a comfortable cockpit that's a pleasure to visit. A
tilt steering column with a 3-spoke steering wheel makes it easy to
get comfortable, and there's a full set of handsome Omega gauges in
the dash. Note how beautifully fitted the headliner is, the custom
door panels with integrated chrome handles, and the neatly tailored
carpets with matching floor mats, none of which was inexpensive.
Sure, there are some very minor signs of use, but the interior
still has great, all-together look and feel and is has proven that
it will stand up to the test of time. R134a powered A/C was
installed out of the way under the dash, leaving the expanse of
blue dashboard as your connection to the past. There's also a
Pioneer AM/FM/CD stereo right above it, but we're guessing you
won't use it simply because the engine's note through the dual
exhaust is so much better.
A familiar 350 cubic inch Chevy V8 lives under the hood, and with
that great reliable horsepower and torque on tap, it's a lot of fun
to drive. The small block motor is dressed up with chrome valve
covers and a matching air cleaner, and you'll note that good
attention was paid to the underhood areas, so the inner fenders and
firewall are neatly finished. A 4-barrel carburetor on a
performance intake makes plenty of power and a modern serpentine
belt drive system for the accessories makes service easy. The big
radiator cools the whole show with ease and as I mentioned, the
stock-style manifolds feed a true dual exhaust system with tips
exiting underneath the rear bumper. A TH400 3-speed automatic
transmission and 10-bolt rear end are reliable pieces of the puzzle
and it sits exactly right on those chrome Foose wheels and fat
275/55/17 radials.
Beautifully built, neatly finished, and well-maintained ever since,
this is a slick Ford truck that will attract a lot of attention and
still put a big smile on the driver's face. Call today!