For Sale: 1988 Ford F-150 Harley-Davidson in Concord, North Carolina

A truck like this 1988 Ford F-150 Lariat 4x4 strikes the right balance. It has a classic look with custom upgrades. And while it's vintage, it also is in the era of fuel-injected V8s. Plus, this one never loses the useful feeling of owning a long bed 4x4. So you're looking at a great total package.

This truck has an instant appeal. The two-tone red and white have an honest truck kind of style. It sets the right tone for an upper-trim Lariat who doesn't want to get overly fancy. We like the nice details, including the pinstripe that rides above the red down the long sides of this pickup. And there are a ton of custom additions, like the tubular step bars, large billet-style grille, vintage hood ornament, dual exhaust tips, and mirrored rocker panels. But as good as this all looks, don't forget this is a versatile pickup, too. The long bed carries more cargo. The towing mirrors and trailer hitch mean you can carry even more. The dual fuel tanks take you further. And the taller 4x4 stance keeps you out of trouble. So this classic F-150 appeals as much to your sense of style as it does to your practical side.

Inside is a truck built for long-haul comfort. The velour seats have high-back comfort and a fold-down center console for individual space. The stick shift is the ideal resting spot for your right hand, and it pairs nicely with the full gauge package with tach. You will find details you can improve, like a newer seat cover, realigning the passenger window, or restoring the air conditioning. But the value price lets you decide if you want to leave room in your budget for extra items. And this already comes with other desirable features like cruise control, power windows, power locks, and a sliding rear window.

Ford's fuel-injected 5.0-liter V8 is a terrific motor. If you're a true driver, there's no better pairing than the four-speed manual transmission. There's even a rumbling dual exhaust to enjoy the motor to the fullest. Sure, this isn't geared to be a Mustang with a truck bed, but you do get full control between power driving and comfort with this full setup. Also, don't forget, unlike a Mustang, this one can be switched into four-wheel-drive for true go-anywhere ability. No matter if you're on the street or trail, you'll appreciate features like power steering, power brakes, and front discs to make your journeys easy.

Due to it being titled "rebuilt", this F-150 is offered at a great price. We don't have information on the insurance claim, but we know it was under long-term original ownership. It doesn't show any obvious reasons for the rebuilt title, and it certainly has been under good care. So if you're looking for the right mix of work and play, call now!