Vehicle Description
1950 Ford F1 Pickup
The first generation of the Ford F-Series, also known as the Ford
Bonus-Built trucks, are a series of trucks produced for the
1948-1952 model years. The introduction of the F-Series marked the
divergence of Ford car and truck design, developing a chassis
intended specifically for truck use. Alongside pickup trucks, the
model line also included panel vans, bare and cowled chassis, and
marked the entry of Ford into the medium and heavy-duty truck
segment.
For consignment and gracing our hallowed halls we give you a 1950
Ford F-1 pickup. Though it may sound strange today, back in 1950,
standard equipment wasn't as standard as it is today on pickup
trucks. Here is a list of options that were available on the 1950
F-1. A right side taillight, radio, rear bumper, heater, right hand
sun visor, and even turn signals. This F-1 is the quintessential
truck in all forms, utilitarian, patina, and all business. This
truck even has a few of the available "luxury" options offered.
Read on to learn more.
Exterior
Leading the way are the two rounded front fenders, that melt
themselves into the grille which is flanked by a single headlight
on either side. This large fender rolls past a nose shaped rounded
hood that flows on to the bottom the contour of these fenders and
has the trim spear in chrome with the Ford badge along with the F1
designation down low on the fender. F O R D is also attached to the
front on the top of the body colored matching large grille. As the
fenders move towards the doors, they morph into running boards
which dangle below the doors and allow access to the cab. These
boards move straight towards the rear, where they swoop upward, and
form the rear rounded fenders, which frame the metal sides of the
bed of this truck. On the back is the Ford painted on badge in
script form in white, which presents itself in the middle of the
tailgate. The rear bumper, an option, in black and sits below the
gate. Way below are 3-inch chrome tipped exhaust pipes peeking out
on either side. Patina abounds on this truck in the form of
scratches, crazing, and a little bit of rust bubbling in the mix.
White painted 16" wheels with Ford logoed poverty style caps are on
all 4 corners and are shod in older blackwall rubber.
Interior
Featured is a "Million Dollar Cab", (it cost $1 million to design
and tool), which Ford proclaimed. It had "Living-Room" comfort, and
it was much higher and wider than before, and better fitted. This
cab features a good condition saddle covered vinyl bench seat. This
stretches from pristine door panel to pristine door panel which are
basic and steel. Upfront is the stock dashboard and instrument
cluster, radio delete panel and down low are the heater controls.
On the passenger's side is the glovebox in plain green steel. A
black vinyl rubber mat covers the floors and in the center is a
long gear shift lever with a small topper well within ergonomic
reach of the driver. The headliner is black utilitarian hard thin
fiberboard and is perfectly inserted above.
Drivetrain
Lifting the big rounded hood we are met with the venerable Rouge
226, a 226ci L-head inline 6-cylinder making 95 horsepower. Patina
and road dirt show on the engine and the bay, and a newer water
pump is seen. A 3-speed manual transmission is on the back and
sends power to a 3.73 geared rear axle.
Undercarriage
Original is the word here...surface rust is apparent, but no
invasive rust is seen. Seepage from the transmission and rear axle
have left their marks but no puddles formed while being parked
here. Leaf spring suspension is on the front and back (hey, it's a
truck), and drum brakes on all 4 corners to bring things to a stop.
We note a rebuilt steering box and new king pins on the front
end.
Drivability
I donned my straw hat and overalls and off to the test track I
went. Here the truck performed well and it drove like, well...a
truck. I noted the oil pressure and water temperature gauges aren't
working and an aftermarket fuel gauge has been added.
A 1950 Ford F1 about as original as they come. Well maintained and
a blast to drive. Patina abounds on the body panels and paint, but
these trucks got used hard when they were new. This truck has
survived its days of hauling and now is ready to haul you to the
next cruise in.
VIN DECODE
091397
0-1950
9-6 Cylinder
1397-Sequential Unit Number
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 600 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display.
This vehicle is located in our showroom in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia
on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is
www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888) 227-0914.
Please contact us anytime for more information or to come see the
vehicle in person.