Vehicle Description
This beautifully restored 1955 Ford F-100 pickup doesn't break any
new ground in particular, but what it does offer is a classic look
that's supremely well-executed and powered by a reliable Ford
drivetrain. 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.
Traditional bright colors always work well on '50s pickup trucks,
and this eye-catching Blue step-side is so bright and shiny you
need sunglasses to look directly at it. None of the old Ford's
beautiful body lines were altered during the build, but everything
was expertly restored and fitted, so the gaps are exacting and even
the big hood fits fairly evenly with the fenders - if you've ever
lifted one of these heavy clamshells, you know how tall of an order
that can be. It's the kind of detail that you don't notice
immediately but gives the whole truck a very high-quality look that
stands up to scrutiny. The finish is about as strong as you'll find
on a top driver quality truck, and the custom red pinstripe work
really puts it over the top. Everything is well done, too,
including the matching running boards, chrome bumpers fore and aft,
and the ornate white and chrome grille. All the original brightwork
and stainless trim was either replaced or refinished, including the
grille highlights, step plates on the running boards, beautiful
Ford F-100 emblems on the hood, and even the glass and cab molding:
a detail in particular that exemplifies how nothing was overlooked
during the build. Old-school attributes like the yellow fog lights,
stencil work on the doors, and the wooden stakes out back all add
to the aura of this truck, meaning this truck appeals to fans from
all walks of life. Out back, the bed was beautifully finished with
wood boards and chrome slats that make it look more like a dance
floor than a heavy-duty hauler, so you'll think twice before
filling it with dirt.
The Ford's utilitarian interior was nicely restored as well,
anchored by a comfortable bench seat wrapped in white-and-blue,
vinyl and cloth upholstery that looks fantastic. All the components
inside were replaced or restored during the truck's thorough
restoration, and the decision to go with simple, honest designs
like were common for the era is a choice we certainly celebrate.
The two-tone door cards are fresh and match the bench seat, with
new window and door handles on each side, and the simple bright
color works are the perfect complement to the blue paint. Fresh
carpets protect the floorboards and give the cab an upscale feel,
while the large, original steering wheel was fully restored down to
the center cap and sits atop a long factory column that also houses
a slender shifter for the 3-speed manual transmission below. The
dash was completely redone back to factory standards and then
drenched in the same paint that adorns the exterior, but not before
the factory gauges were given a refreshing and a trio of auxiliary
units were discreetly installed underneath. Options are sparse,
which is normal for this era, and for my money the purr of the
engine and feel of the air blowing through the open windows is all
the luxury I seek in a vintage hauler.
The engine is a 'Power King' 239 cubic inch overhead valve Y-block
V8 that was specifically introduced for the '54-'55 F-100s, and
it's dressed in correct valve covers adorned with period decals, an
original oil-bath air cleaner, and the entire block was neatly
coated in Ford Blue engine enamel. The clean look of the motor and
engine bay show that it's obviously been well-attended to and
maintained ever since, and it's topped with a correct 2-barrel
carburetor that gives it a decent amount of horsepower and a solid
torque curve. A smooth-shifting 3-speed manual transmission makes
it very easy to drive and gives it an old-school feel, and thanks
to an upgraded Flowmaster dual exhaust underneath, it sounds great.
There's still a rigid axle at both ends, hanging on leaf springs,
but there are updated shocks all around and the truck has a
fantastic stance. The chassis is very solid but not overly
detailed, with no rust or signs of previous accident damage that
further prove this truck has led a good, easy life and spent it's
nights inside a warm garage. Factory steel wheels were painted
bright red and adorned with Ford Baby Moon hubcaps for an awesome
look, and they're all wrapped in 6.00-16 Firestone white-wall
bias-ply tires that look right and fit perfectly.
Beautifully built, nicely finished, and completely sorted, this is
a truck that will attract a lot of attention and still put a big
smile on the driver's face. Call today!
