Back when four-wheel-drive trucks were built to work instead of
pose, Ford's F-250 Highboy stood tall in every sense. Produced only
through the middle of the 1977 model year, these factory-raised
4x4s are prized for their rugged chassis, unmistakable stance, and
divorced transfer-case layout. This 1976 example comes from near
the end of that celebrated run, making it an increasingly uncommon
sight among vintage Ford pickups.
Under the hood is a 390-cubic-inch big-block V8 backed by a
four-speed manual transmission and floor shifter. Power travels
through a stout NP205 divorced transfer case to the
four-wheel-drive system, giving this F-250 the kind of durable,
mechanical hardware that earned these trucks their reputation.
Power steering, power brakes, front disc brakes, dual steering
stabilizers, and a tachometer help keep all that vintage muscle
under control.
The factory Highboy stance gets even more attitude from massive
36x13.50R16 tires wrapped around Pro Comp wheels. Driver-quality
green paint preserves the truck's honest, ready-to-use personality,
while a spray-in bedliner makes the cargo box prepared for real
duty. An aluminum radiator with dual electric fans provides
upgraded cooling when the trail gets rough or the big-block starts
working hard.
Inside, a distressed brown leather bench creates the perfect
weathered Western atmosphere. A three-gauge pod keeps vital
information in view, while an aftermarket radio and sliding rear
window add welcome convenience. Tough, charismatic, and packed with
the right hardware, this F-250 blends collectible Highboy history
with big-block power and the purposeful attitude of a truck that
still looks ready to climb something.
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