For Sale: 1965 Ford Econoline in Concord, North Carolina

There's always something cool about a forward-control pickup, and this 1965 Ford Econoline shows it off nicely. It's a blank slate with a ton of potential and a few nice upgrades already in place.

What makes this truck look so distinct is also what makes it so useful. The cab pushed in front of the wheels and a lineage/suspension shared with panel vans means you get a long bed and tall sides that offer a true ready-to-work attitude. So we bet this would be the ideal attention-getter to put your business name on and park everywhere like a mobile billboard. There's the right mix of noteworthiness and authenticity where the red paint is bold, but the finish is also worn in enough for a true workman. The body isn't afraid of Lowe's runs, but the way the doors close confidently also lets you know this has been respected for over 60 years. This one has many distinctive touches, like the attractive full-length trim, bed-mounted full-size spare, and desirable five-window cab.

These forward-control trucks offer individual bucket seats for added comfort you don't often get in pickups. And the texture of the cloth upholstery is distinctly attractive. Like the exterior, you'll find it clean and vintage with just the right touches of worn-in authenticity. There are nice details for better cruising, like the working heater and an upgraded radio. The setup is ideal for driving, where you get a commanding view of the road and a well-balanced mid-engine layout.

Ford's sturdy inline-six is mounted between the seats for a nice weight balance. It has a good look of honesty, just like the rest of this truck, and it's even a year-correct powerhouse. But it's also easy to sport some worthwhile maintenance, like the newer carburetor. So it fires up readily, runs nicely, and shifts smoothly on the column-shifted three-speed manual transmission.

These mid-engine Econoline trucks are sought after because there are so many different fun ways to customize them, and the value price leaves room in your budget to create the V8 classic pickup of your dreams. But even if all you do is cruise this one as is, you know there's plenty of fun in something this distinct and honest. Call now!