Dressed in attention-commanding black paint and wearing an assembly of bright work that's in consistently good shape, this 1950 Ford F-1 is an outstanding representative of the class of working trucks that rolled off the assembly line to recapture the enthusiasm of the public as WWII drew to a close. It's a sharp-looking pickup, with a subtly lowered stance and painted steel wheels that complement its shortbed configuration nicely. Even better, this classic has been upgraded with some key mechanical components that put its drivability on a par with its timeless good looks, so you'll enjoy taking this venerable truck on the road every bit as much as you will gazing at it as it holds court in your garage.
You wouldn't necessarily expect comfort to be a defining feature in a truck that began its service more than 75 years ago, but a combination of planning and top-tier aftermarket components has yielded that very result for this F-1. The interior on this classic is in fine shape, featuring a comfortable bench seat that's draped in red vinyl. As you climb into the cockpit and glance forward, you'll find a collection of Dolphin gauges that look particularly sharp with their chrome bezels, surrounded by painted steel surfaces that still have their fresh, glossy appearance. In the back, the bed area has been refurbished with a combination of solid wood with aluminum trim, and its sides are covered with bedliner to protect them from shifting cargo.
Unlike many of its counterparts, this vintage pickup is no "project car". It's ready to hit the asphalt just as soon as you bring it home, powered by a 302-cubic-inch V8 that's fed by a 4-barrel Edelbrock carburetor and running in good form. The engine sits in a well-organized compartment and is joined by a 3-speed automatic C4 with a strong reputation for durability. The surrounding hoses and wires are well-routed, and an aluminum radiator sits front and center to help keep operating temperatures under control. The added Mustang II front end brings a number of welcome benefits, including precise rack-and-pinion steering, a lowered stance, and better ride quality. Take a look below, and you'll likely be impressed by the clean underside on this classic. The work on the dual exhaust really looks solid, and the bushings and steering components are in good shape.
HIGHLIGHTS
302-CUBIC-INCH H. O. V8
4-BARREL EDELBROCK CARBURETOR
3-SPEED AUTOMATIC C4 TRANSMISSION
DUAL EXHAUST, WITH FLOWMASTER MUFFLERS
MUSTANG II FRONT END
KYB REAR SHOCKS
POWER BRAKES, WITH DISCS UP FRONT
AGGRESSIVE, LOWERED STANCE
RED VINYL UPHOLSTERY
DOLPHIN GAUGES
STEEL WHEELS
FLOOR SHIFTER
AM/FM STEREO WITH BLUETOOTH CONNECTIVITY
Whether your plans call for getting behind the wheel of a well-restored weekend cruiser or taking your place among the entrants at a local car show, this great-looking, strong-running 1950 Ford F-1 has you covered. Call today!
