For Sale: 1986 Ford F150 in Concord, North Carolina

This 1986 Ford F-150 XL gets us excited because it is truly vintage and it's truly premium. It has proper V8 power, an A/C interior, and the genuine utility of a long bed truck. But the most distinctive part of all might just be the one-owner history!

We love the way this one-owner F-150 has been cared for over the years. The straightness of the body panels tells you this was lightly used, and the level of shine and detail that tells you it was one cherished pickup. The factory-correct Shadow Blue and Light Charcoal two-tone is an attractive style, especially with the way the metallic from the blue radiates in the sunlight. It looks like there was a respray later in life, it retains the details style with the full-length trim blue pinstripe providing clear dividing lines for the two colors. There's the right amount of brightwork with the grille, front bumper, and styled wheels. Plus, there's extra function within some of the polished pieces like the towing mirrors and bed rails. These join the versatile long bed, thick rubber be mat, rear step bumper, and proper trailer hitch to give you real pickup utility. But while this one was optioned to be a handy work tool, it all just shows a carefully respected life thus far. The odometer is even believed to reflect the full mileage, and that means averaging only a little over 2k miles annually.

The two-tone blue and gray continue on the inside. And since this factory-correct color combo has a time capsule-like quality, it just enhances the feeling of care for the F-150. But there's a premium side, too. You see it in the wood paneling on the dash as well as the factory steering wheel. The only upgrades you're likely to notice are a well-integrated Blaupunkt AM/FM/cassette stereo and the factory air conditioning upgraded to modern R134a refrigerant. We also like the XL because you get a durable vinyl floor cover and roll-up windows, which gives this a real classic truck feel and means easy maintenance on essentials in the years ahead. Plus, it's easy to get comfortable with features like the cloth bench seat and a full gauge package with handy tach.

A proper pickup needs the real power, and this has the correct 302 cubic-inch V8. It looks quite authentic in the engine bay, and this is from the years when these had electronic fuel injection right from the factory. It gives you good power and consistency, and the four-speed manual transmission gives you full control over it all. Power steering, power brakes, and front discs are nice for everyday easy driving. And options like cruise control and dual fuel tanks make this classic long-haul comfortable, too.

Because this is a one-owner pickup it also comes with great paperwork like the original bill of sale, warranty card, and owner's manual. A great classic with a stellar history always has appeal, so when it's also this useful and priced so nicely means it's going to be leaving us quickly. Call now!