Vehicle Description
World War II was barely a memory when this 1946 Ford pickup came
off the line. In fact, it represents the first full model year for
civilian production. So it's great to find an authentic truck with
flathead V8 power and a story of being a true family pickup.
We all want our classics to have a story, and this one really gives
the right feeling you want in a true vintage machine. We're told
the consignor's grandfather bought it new and drove it in his small
Texas town for a decade. He'd sell it to a friend, and three
decades later, that man's son came back to the original owner's son
and asked if he'd like the truck back. Not only did he buy it back,
but he gave it a proper restoration in 1986 and it's been passed
down ever since. The restoration wasn't about updating the truck,
but just refreshing everything that would need to be done after 40
years of use. In fact, since that was nearly that halfway point
between when this left the factory and now, the whole style has
matured nicely. So you have the classic green paint with a patina
style to the finish and body. There are fun details, like how the
red on the wheels matches the door handles and Ford lettering. And
the grille, headlight surround, and trim on the hood are done in
contrasting cream to be distinctly bright without making this
honest truck look too flashy. So this one gives off a vibe like
it's fresh from the farm and feels it still wants to get to work
today. You see this in the details, like the proper trailer hitch
rear bumper, work-ready painted bed, and newer driver-ready tires
with full-size spare mounted to the side.
The interior keeps the simple and classic feeling going. You get a
tall airy cab, a long shifter, and a large steering dual-spoke
wheel with that ideal classic grip. Just like the exterior, this
one revels in being more functional than fancy. Still, it has the
right inviting details like a newer cover on the bench seat, smooth
paint on the dash top, and a handy spinner knob on the wheel.
There's even a new turn signal package to make this easier to
cruise.
The 239 cubic-inch flathead V8 has the right honest style to go
with this truck. And like a true workhorse, this one fires up
eagerly with a nice idle to make you feel confident in its
abilities from the start. In fact, we're told this was driven at
65mph on the highway on it's way to our showroom! There have even
been good investments including a newer battery and new front
linkage. So there's a terrific nostalgic feel from the smooth
action of the three-speed manual transmission and the distinct chug
from the smooth V8.
Complete with the owner's manual, this is a family affair that
wears its history with pride. So if you're looking for a true
classic pickup, don't miss this Ford. Call today!!!
