Vehicle Description
1926 Ford Model T Pickup
The first pickup truck arrived just after the beginning of the 20th
century, as the world's first pickup truck was actually a variant
of Ford's classic Model T. Ford had no idea what they'd stumbled
onto at the time. Their invention quickly became popular and would
later evolve into America's top truck. Although the cabs in these
Model Ts were new, the pickup boxes used were carried over from the
Model T.
For consignment, a 1926 Model T pickup with a numbers matching
engine. Yes, nearly 100 years old and still bearing the original
motor. It's in very clean, original condition and we're confident
it will find a new home before it turns 100.
Exterior
This T wears a coat of glossy black paint and as it comes toward
you, it looks like a standard Model T with a chrome radiator
surround, round headlights flanked on a lightbar, a cowled hood,
curved fenders and running boards. The back is pure pickup with a
wood bed, stake sides, and bumperless tailgate with rounded
corners. Making up the bed floor are oak stakes separated by black
metal framing in fantastic condition and the sidewalls are
unmarred. 21-inch wire wheels present a stunning contrast in red.
Both the top and bottom windscreen can be pivoted for air flow
while the black canvas foldable top meets the windshield frame and
has a small rear plastic window, now a bit cloudy. Imperfections
include some chipped paint, some crow's feet cracking on a fender,
scratches, rock chips, and a small tear in the soft top.
Interior
Black vinyl door panels cover the door simply and the door opening
handle is the only hardware attached. The black vinyl button backed
bench seat is in fine condition with some separation from the shell
at the bottom, but otherwise clean and intact. A classic 4 spoke
steering wheel occupies the column along with the timing and
throttle levers and the simple black dash has an amperes gauge,
ignition slot and Stewart Warner odometer, along with a wonderful
"sold by" brass plate applied with flathead screws. The three
pedals are engraved with C, R, and B for Clutch, Reverse, and Brake
in an authentic throwback and the floor is covered in a rubberized
Ford embossed mat. The inside of the canvas top is clean but shows
a bit of past moisture intrusion around the window.
Drivetrain
Behind the engine cover, a clean power plant reveals itself and
it's the original, numbers matching 177ci inline 4 cylinder engine
fueled by a 1-barrel carburetor and rated at 20 horsepower. It has
a 2-speed planetary transmission that spins back to the rear axle
and 3.63 gears. Mechanical drum brakes are found on the rear wheels
only, as was standard in 1926.
Undercarriage
Wood and a spare red wheel result in an underside that's not
unattractive and when combined with the black painted surfaces,
presents as a very clean undercarriage. No rust, surface, invasive
or otherwise, to speak of and only oil remnant as expected. The
single exhaust flows back to a stock style muffler and terminates
just before the rear axle under the car. Transverse leaf springs
fill the role of suspension front and rear.
Drive-Ability
Once you master the starting procedure, it's an easy car to drive
and the 20 horses were more than adequate in 1926. The open cab is
very comfortable and the 21-inch tires roll along well on asphalt,
a smoother surface than they were designed for.
Here's a wonderful, clean, and original 1926 pickup truck that
would be ideal in a collection or as a collection of one.
Certainly, if you collect trucks, this has to be part of your
portfolio as one of the earliest mass produced trucks that is still
drivable today. Parade vehicle, dealership mascot display, or
participant in Model T gatherings, this truck has it all!
Classic Auto Mall is home to more than 1,000 classic and
collectible vehicles for sale via consignment in a climate
controlled 336,000-square foot showroom (that's more than 8
acres!). The largest single location consignment dealer of classic
and collectible vehicles in the country is located in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the
I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visit
www.classicautomall.com or call us at (888) 227-0914. Contact us
anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in
person.
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