Vehicle Description
With a ton of originality, this 1978 Ford F-150 Ranger Explorer is
a truly unique survivor with a retro-cool look and proper V8 power
under the hood.
When you have a survivor from the 1970s, you want it to look like
this. The correct dark brown metallic is the kind of color you
think about when you picture this era, and because this is the
original factory application, it evokes the kind of nostalgia where
people will instantly tell you what they were doing in 1978. After
all, the stripe package on this premium Ranger Explorer trim really
makes this look like it stepped off the set of Charlie's Angels.
More than just true vintage appeal, those full-length streaks also
highlight the quality of the sheetmetal and overall care this truck
has received for nearly 45 years. The odometer is believed to
reflect actual mileage (averaging under 1,400 miles annually), and
the truck's long bed even looks seldom used. You'll even love the
details, like the factory wheel covers, Explorer hood ornament, and
the unique square headlight face that Ford offered to the premium
pickups in 1978.
The superb survivor style package continues inside. The Chamois tan
interior harmonizes with the exterior brown's earth tone nature.
The vintage premium details are on full display again with a
comfort weave insert in the bench seat, wood-like trim on the dash,
and full plush carpeting. The classic thin/grippy steering wheel
looks good, and the gauges are clean and clear. Even the factory
radio is still cranking out the tunes.
Under the hood is the correct displacement H-code 351 cubic-inch
V8. It has a stock style right down to the decals, and so it's
believed to be the original motor in this survivor pickup. It looks
quite honest with its big blue block and matching blue valve
covers. The whole engine bay has a correct look, right down to the
jack still mounted to the inner fender. But originality doesn't
mean missing out on care, and the way this V8 fires up and runs
reaffirms a well-respected life thus far. And with a three-speed
automatic transmission, power steering, and power brakes w/front
discs, this is a fine cruising classic.
The sale comes complete with the original warranty card and owner's
manual. It's going to be a while before you find such an
interesting survivor like this again. And by then, you'll likely
pay at least twice as much. So don't miss your opportunity. Call
now!
