Vehicle Description
This 1949 Ford custom's story has appeared in many publications,
including Street Rodder Magazine in 2017, and the car is now
available from Maxmotive's Boca Raton FL showroom. Built by noted
customizer Joe Bailon, it made its debut in 1954 at the legendary
Oakland Roadster Show, at a time when radical customs ruled the hot
rod world. This one was not only converted to a pickup, it was
chopped, channeled, and sectioned with frenched headlights from a
Merc and taillights from a '54 Pontiac. It would then lie dormant
for many years before being resurrected by Jeff Nickell's Customs.
Jeff lovingly restored the car -- called the "Shampoo Truck'' due
to its use as a promotional vehicle for hair-care products -- which
is believed to have been driven just 497 miles since the
restoration. It pays homage to a great period in automotive
history. The PPG red and black paint is highlighted by
period-correct hand pinstriping. The custom two-tone bench seat
interior features more striping on the dash. A big 1957 Cadillac V8
provides smooth torquey power and a 700R4 automatic makes it easy
to drive. The build is well engineered with extensive body and
chassis reinforcements to handle the power. This historic 1949 Ford
custom is a show winner that can be driven and enjoyed. **********
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vehicles. We have more than 200 vehicles in our collection and have
sold dozens nationwide and even overseas. We recommend that all
buyers who are unable to view a vehicle in person have a
pre-purchase inspection done prior to purchase. Inspections can be
performed by an independent party selected by the buyer. Due to the
age and uniqueness of these special vehicles, it is difficult to
cover all aspects and characteristics of each vehicle?s condition
within the limited space available. Thus, pre-purchase inspections
are helpful to all parties involved. The information provided for
this vehicle is presented to the best of our knowledge, and is
deemed reliable. But MAXmotive does not warrant or guarantee this
information as a basis for purchase. It is the responsibility of
the buyer to make a thorough inspection to determine the
suitability of the vehicle prior to purchase. **********
