The one that started it all, today’s Ford F-Series of pickup trucks can be directly traced back to 1948’s first generation. The first all-new design of pickup truck since World War II ended, the first generation F-Series was offered in multiple variants, with the F-1 bearing a capacity of ½ ton. This particular 1951 Ford F-1 Pickup is a little different, because it’s a restomod. The current owner tells us that the truck has received a frame-off restoration, plus a 305ci Chevy engine from a 1987 pickup with just 3,000 miles on it. That, plus many other refinements make this one excellent classic truck to own, drive, and cherish.
Painted in black, this 1951 Ford F-1 Pickup sits noticeably lower than stock. That’s because of the 3-inch front axle drop, and 3-inch rear leaf spring suspension being lowered by the same amount as well. Then, you’ve got a set of 18-inch American Racing wheels with new Yokohama tires. Closer inspection also reveals some intricate red detailing along the black exterior, while as you’d expect, the truck’s eye-catching chrome elements have been restored to perfection. Before we enter its passenger cabin, let’s pause and appreciate the wood-lined cargo bed that’s definitely too beautiful to toss some cement bags or a load of two-by-four in. The interior of this 1951 Ford F-1 Pickup provides some creature comforts that weren’t offered for the F-Series in 1951, the most notable being air conditioning. While black is the dominant color, the two seats feature orange inserts, and the steering wheel has been replaced with a sportier three-spoke affair. There’s more orange detailing on the dashboard as well, and you’ll note that the windows have been tinted too.
The 305ci V8 that propels this 1951 Ford F-1 Pickup has been upgraded with a medium performance cam, a new K&N air filter, new AC Delco spark plugs, and new Gates XL alternator and AC belts. There’s also a new Edelbrock 1406 carburetor, and a 17-gallon fuel tank. Drive goes rearwards via a rebuilt Chevy TH350 automatic transmission with a 2500rpm stall speed torque converter, and a Ford 9-inch rear axle with 31-spline axle. There’s also a limited slip differential with a 3.89 final drive ratio. Meanwhile, this truck enjoys 4-wheel GM disc brakes to ensure that the added power is met with enhanced braking capabilities.
1951 Ford F1 Pickup Restoration
305ci V8
3-Speed Automatic Transmission
RWD
Black Exterior
Black Interior
Frame-Off Restoration
Rebuilt 305ci Engine From 1987 Chevrolet Pickup Less Than 3,000 Miles Ago
Upgraded With Medium Performance Cam
Rebuilt Chevrolet TH350 Transmission
2500 RPM Stall Speed Performance Torque Converter
New AC Delco Spark Plugs
New Gates XL 7530 AC Belt
New Gates XL 7500 Alternator Belt
New Edelbrock 1406 Carburetor
New K&N Air Filter
Original Front Leaf Spring Suspension With Rebuilt Bushings
Rear Leaf Spring Suspension Lowered By 3"
Front Axle Dropped By 3"
Ford 9" Rear Axle With New 31 Spline Axle
Limited Slip Differential With 3.89:1 Final Drive Ratio
18" American Racing Wheels
New Yokohama Tires
4-Wheel GM Disc Brakes
17 Gallon Fuel Tank
Ford’s F-Series is probably America’s longest-running pickup truck series. Introduced in 1948, it’s still going strong after fourteen generations of excellence. The F-Series was aimed at picking up America’s small business economy, empowering countless farmers and blue-collar workers now that World War II had ended. Over time it has not lost its purpose, but has gained power, luxury and capability. Today, we have got a fourth generation 1961 Ford F-100 Restomod for sale from Milan, Ohio. The truck has received a comprehensive upgrade in nearly every major area, resulting in something truly distinctive, as well as comfortable to drive on a regular basis. If you’re interested in netting yourself a classic American truck with some tasteful upgrades, contact us right now.
Ford’s longest-running series, the F-Series of pickup trucks dates back to 1948. World War II had ended, and Ford wanted to mobilize American farmers, small business holders and tradespersons. Fiercely competing with Chevy, the F-Series hit the market as soon as possible, and is now in its fourteenth generation! Of course, there’s nothing like a classic F-Series to enjoy that vintage truck vibe, but what about a restomod? Take this second generation 1956 Ford F-100 Restomod as a prime example. It’s a classic F-Series half-ton truck, but features an LT1 V8, an automatic gearbox, a custom interior with air conditioning and Bluetooth, and so much more. Read on to discover what this truck offers, and hit us up if you’d like to purchase it from its current owner in Carlsbad, California.
Classic trucks are just as interesting and worthy of collection as classic cars. Think about it; they’re great examples of mobility in the pre-digital era, and, with icons such as the Ford F-Series, representative of the American economy, of sorts. Yes, countless F-Series trucks have, since 1948, helped millions of small businessholders and tradespersons get around. Now on the fourteenth generation, the F-Series remains one of America’s best-selling trucks. Today, we have a classic fifth-generation 1972 Ford F-100 Sport Custom for sale from Grand Junction, Colorado. With a fresh coat of green paint, an aftermarket audio player and plenty of love lavished on it, this 85,585-mile truck is ready for a new owner.
Ford gives its Mustang pony car plenty of gallop straight from the factory. But what if you want a raging racehorse instead? Well, that’s where you’d need to venture into the realm of Shelby. Shelby Mustangs are worshipped and revered as some of the most potent around, ever since Carroll Shelby looked at the first-generation Mustang and decided to work his magic on it. Now, Shelby Mustangs roll out of the Ford factory itself, in tribute to the great man who sadly left us some years back. Today, we have a 2020 Ford Mustang GT350 for sale from Gilbert, Arizona with just 5,900 miles to its name. What’s even nicer is that it’s been tuned by Lund Racing and features a supercharger installed on to its 5.2-liter V8. This, the 6-speed manual transmission and many more things make this the ultimate performance Mustang for the discerning driving enthusiast.
One of the most popular hot rod platforms turns out to be classic Ford and Chevy automobiles from the Twenties and Thirties – that’s 1920 and 1930 for you! Crazy isn’t it, that we’re in the Twenties right now – that’s the Twenty Twenties. Back to the subject car, it’s a 1933 Ford Model 40 Hot Rod that started life off as a stylish and dependable two-door coupe but has since undergone a comprehensive rebuild into the form you see here. Up for sale in Cabot, Arkansas, it boasts just over 13,000 miles since rebirth and comes with a 350 under the hood, mated with a Turbo 350 and of course, rear-wheel drive! Join us as we take you on a trip through its essence and you’ll be convinced as to why you should snap it up.
One of the best ways to experience a classic car is to cruise down in town with a drop-top first-generation Ford Mustang. You’ll be guaranteed to receive smiles, waves and general gestures of appreciation because who doesn’t love a Mustang? Introduced in 1964, the Mustang created a class of car called the pony car, and also facilitated an entire culture of happy, carefree cruising. Drop-top examples like this 1966 Ford Mustang Convertible are most facilitative of this culture, and will definitely invoke fond memories from many of those who were around at the time. Heck, even the new generation will love the car’s simplicity and characterful nature. This particular pony is up for sale in Westlake, Louisiana with 7,337 miles on the clock, we’re told. It’s also been fitted with aftermarket air conditioning, a retro stereo, a new convertible top and new whitewall tires too!
The first new Chevy truck to come out since World War II ended, the Advance Design era ran between 1947 and 1955. It replaced the older AK series and was bigger, stronger and sleeker in design. The range started with the 3100 half-tonner, and went on through the one-ton 3800, and into chassis cabs and medium-duty trucks. Now, the Advance Design has found some fame as a restomod platform. That’s what we have here, a 1952 Chevrolet 3100 Restomod from Smithville, Texas. This truck has undergone a full makeover, including a new 396ci V8, a 4-speed automatic gearbox, air conditioning and much more. If you want to rock and roll around in something different to your typical classic car, this is a fine option to consider.
Are you the sort of person who prefers a classic off-roader rather than a car? Do you want your classic off-roader to have real off-roading chops, a fine legacy of dependability and come from a well-known American brand? If so, this 1958 Jeep CJ-5 is perfect. Hailing from the illustrious Jeep CJ – that’s Civilian Jeep – legacy, the CJ was created shortly after World War II ended. Willys-Overland, the ones behind the popular Military Jeep knew that without war, their main customer wouldn’t be buying nearly as many vehicles from them. So, they switched gears and made the Jeep CJ, a tough, no-nonsense off-roader aimed at farmers and tradespersons who needed a simple vehicle with guts and four-wheel drive. This vehicle comes from the CJ-5 era which ran between 1954 and 1983. With its naturally aspirated V6, manual gearbox and aftermarket exhaust system, this 1958 Jeep CJ-5 has only done 167 miles since its thorough makeover.
Jeep’s CJ series of off-roaders is what gave rise to the Wrangler today. You can see the design similarities between the old and the new, despite the Wrangler’s notably larger size, plusher cabin, more powerful engine, etc. That iconic face remains largely intact, with the famous seven-bar grille signifying that the vehicle wearing it is capable of great off-road feats. The CJ series came about in 1944, when Willys-Overland knew that they had to switch to the civilian market to survive. World War II was ending, and the military wouldn’t be needing Jeeps like cigarettes anymore. So, the CJ was born, standing for Civilian Jeep. It was made to live a tough life in the fields of agriculture, construction, mining, manufacturing and other rough-and-tumble industries. Jeep knew that the civilian variant would have a lifespan in years or even decades, not months or weeks like its battleship brethren. Hence, the CJ is exceptionally well-built, and many survive to this day. This 1978 Jeep CJ-5 from Melbourne, Florida is proof of that quality.
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