Vehicle Description
Cool older build with all the right parts. Chevy 396 cubic inch big
block, Camaro subframe, A/C, power steering, power disc brakes.
Nice bodywork with a classic hot rod look. Runs and drives great!
An affordable custom pickup ready to rock!We really like the look
of the post-war Ford trucks-modern and clean but still ready to get
to work. Maybe that's why they respond so well to the hot rod
treatment like this 1950 Ford F1, which has a traditional look with
a few modern twists. Obviously the bodywork is completely stock-not
chopped or frenched or otherwise altered, and that lets the
original Ford designers' vision show through loud and clear.
However, a few details like the louvered hood, lowered stance, and
flamed paint job give it a unique look that still feels familiar.
The flames are expertly done, offering a unique take on the look,
and we like the fairly subtle result. Some tasteful red pinstripes
add to the 1950s vibe and it all works rather well with the factory
hood trim and grille, which looks custom but is 100% OEM. The bed
is filled with slightly distressed oak boards that fit with the
truck's working class attitude and with twin blue-dot taillights
out back, it sure looks like a product of its time. Nice chrome and
stainless trim accentuates the low-key paint job and the whole
truck has a cool functional look that we find very appealing. The
interior is filled with bucket seats from a late-model, including
fold-down armrests and custom black and red upholstery on the
seating surfaces. They fit like they were born there and are far
more comfortable than the original bench, which had the support of
a church pew. Full carpets help keep it quiet inside and pleated
door panels are a traditional touch. The original dashboard is
filled with a billet insert and Auto Meter gauges that monitor all
the important stuff, plus a tach mounted up high. A billet wheel
lives on a tilt steering column and there's aftermarket A/C neatly
installed under the dash. A custom headliner ties everything
together with the same patterned cloth and pleats, and there's
enough shiny brightwork to make it feel dressed up, especially for
a pickup. It's actually a pretty comfortable place to spend some
time. Power comes from a Chevy 396 cubic inch V8 borrowed from a
'60s Camaro, and it definitely brings the thunder. It's not
over-built, so it's docile and happy on pump gas, but there's a big
hit of torque available at almost any speed and with the TH350
3-speed automatic transmission, this truck always feels like it's
ready to go. The Ford's engine bay provides plenty of space for the
big V8 so service access is good, and it's dressed with the usual
upgrades like a 4-barrel carburetor, electronic ignition, and
Mickey Thompson finned valve covers. There's a big aluminum
radiator up front and chrome accessories dress things up.
Underneath, a front clip from a '70s Camaro provides improved
suspension, brakes, and steering, so this truck drives in a far
more civilized manner than you'd expect. It's been driven, so it's
not perfect, but there's clearly no rot or signs of accident damage
and the modifications were skillfully done. The dual exhaust system
has a nice burble thanks to glasspack-style mufflers and there's a
power brake booster and master cylinder stashed under the floor. A
9-inch Ford rear end sits on leaf springs and air shocks so this
truck can still work a bit on weekends if you need it, and the
stance is exactly right. 15-inch Torque Thrust wheels carry
staggered 215/65/15 front and 255/60/15 rear BFGoodrich T/A
radials. This is a great truck for the guy who just wants to get in
and start having fun. It has the right upgrades, a great
powerplant, and a comfortable ride that makes it ideal for hitting
the road. It's not a show piece or a trailer queen, but it is
proven and reliable and looks great from any angle. It's also
reasonably priced, so if you're looking for a fun old truck that's
a little outside the norm, this is a great choice. Call today!
Harwood Motors always recommends and welcomes personal or
professional inspections of any vehicle in our inventory prior to
purchase.
