Vehicle Description
When it comes to 'old school cool', it doesn't get much better than
a tricked-out pickup. Comfortably accommodating two passengers and
boasting the coveted ability to haul anything from a building block
to a big block, these fabled workhorses combine the best
characteristics of a flashy coupe with the straight up utility of a
commercial truck. And, in ultimate homage to golden age Detroit
design, they seem to ALWAYS look great! Wrapping plush leather,
five forward gears and 32 valves of buttery Mod Motor in show
worthy aesthetics, this impressive Ford is one of the nicest F1s on
the market. And if you're looking for a reliable head turner that
mixes timeless style with great performance, it's a solid stake for
your next street rod!
COVERED IN FLAME
Enjoyed by the same dedicated family for close to 65 years, this
super cool pickup is the beneficiary of a detailed, ground-up
restoration that's lovingly highlighted by glossy Chrysler Flame
Red two-stage. Under that high quality pigment, an all-steel
fuselage joins solid panels with a handsome wood bed. And that
massaged profile centers beautiful fit and finish under bright
reflections that bounce off Kansas-flat surfaces.
Naturally, this Ford's thoughtful rebuild includes a roster of
tasteful details. At the front of the truck, a broad bumper leads
broad fenders, which center bold "F O R D" lettering over a blacked
out grille. That grille, spiced with polished bars, props
stainless-trimmed headlights and clean parking lamps under a
pointed hood that's sculpted around stainless-trimmed louvers. That
"FORD" branded bonnet reflects a chip-free greenhouse, which founds
contrasted wipers and refined mirrors in front of a flush Center
High Mount Stop Lamp. At the sides of that glass, trick PT Cruiser
door handles join a power antenna to shade dressed running boards
and tasteful F1 emblems. The truck's stainless-trimmed bed hides a
small billet fuel filler. And at the back of that bed, a second
mirrored bumper reflects classy Ford taillights and polished
tailgate hardware.
32-VALVE FORD POWER
Toss the hood and you'll find 32 valves of choice dual overhead cam
Ford V8 that, when originally installed in the SVT Cobra that
donated it, twisted a healthy 320 horsepower into 317 lb./ft. of
neck-snapping torque! Stout, solid and highly adaptable, Dearborn's
proven Mod Motors have spent the last two decades powering
everything from Mustangs and street rods to Aviators and Panoz
roadsters. At the top of the smooth mill, polished BBK Cold Air
Induction shoves oxygen through a factory Ford throttle body and a
factory Ford intake that's lined with quality Aeromotive fuel
rails. At the sides of that intake, glossy cam covers seat polished
Ford Racing coil covers under a billet oil cap and an original
Romeo engine tag. Ceramic coated headers swirl spent gases into a
high performance true-dual exhaust system. A lightweight
Flex-A-Lite radiator rides between a polished tank and a trick Mr.
Gasket ThermoCap. And aesthetically, the clean engine bay is an
impressive piece of street rod art that's dotted with cool details
like billet tanks, braided lines and reliable Ron Francis
wiring.
BUILT RESTO-MOD PROUD
Judging by appearance, this classic spent most of its blue-collar
life living clean and working hard. So, when the time came for
rebirth, the truck was a prime candidate for thorough
modernization. Nowhere is that theme more evident than under the
skin. The spry 4.6 liter sends power to a predictable Tremec T45
5-speed, which spins a trusty Ford 9-inch that's finished with 3.73
gears. That smooth drivetrain rides a full Fat Man Fabrications
chassis, which strings adjustable QA-1 coil-over-shocks down a
4-link rear-clip. Tracking is provided by a Mustang II-style
front-clip, which features polished controls arms, power
rack-and-pinion steering and two more adjustable QA-1 coil-overs.
Quick stops are a cinch thanks to power assisted discs, which
complement Ford calipers with Wilwood calipers and vented rotors
with drilled and slotted rotors. A rowdy soundtrack comes courtesy
of dual-chamber Flowmaster mufflers. Plenty of fuel is supplied by
an electric Mallory pump, which drains a custom, under-bed tank.
And at the corners of the chassis, polished American Racing Torq
Thrust Ds twist 205/60R15 BF Goodrich Comp T/As in front of
235/70R15 BF Goodrich Radial T/As.
READY TO ROLL
Between the doors, modern bucket seats, wired from the factory for
both heat and full power adjustment, treat two passengers to big
bolsters and tight leather hides. Opposite those thrones, an
artfully painted dash hangs billet-trimmed AutoMeter telemetry
beside simple controls for modern heat. Fade-free carpets weaves
its way around a short shifter, a small console and billet foot
pedals to mirror a matte headliner. Body-matched doors twist billet
handles in front of fluid power windows. And the driver spins a
handsome Grant steering wheel around a tilting column.
Both alluring and practical, this awesome Ford is a tastefully
refined take on the enduring concept of the American pickup truck.
Combining great craftsmanship with proven mechanicals, it presents
the rare opportunity to land a show worthy classic that easily
doubles as a sorted weekend cruiser. Don't miss your chance to
claim this awesome custom!
HIGHLIGHTS
All-steel Ford F1 resto-mod that's the product of a detailed,
ground-up build
4.6 liter Ford DOHC Mod Motor that was sourced from a Mustang SVT
Cobra
Electronic fuel injection
Tremec T45 5-speed manual transmission that was sourced from a
Mustang SVT Cobra
Ford 9-inch rear axle with 3.73 gears
Power rack-and-pinion steering
4-wheel power disc brakes
Full Fat Man Fabrications chassis
Fat Man Fabrications Mustang II-style front suspension with QA-1
coil-over-shocks
Fat Man Fabrications 4-link rear suspension with QA-1
coil-over-shocks
Customized leather interior with modern bucket seats
Power windows
All-steel body with Chrysler Flame Red paint and a wood bed
15-inch American Racing Torq Thrust D wheels
True-dual exhaust with coated headers and Flowmaster mufflers
Historic photos
Build receipts
All RK Motors vehicles receive a comprehensive, multi-point
inspection
We can arrange shipment of your purchase anywhere in the world
