1948 Ford F-1

Description

This is the first F-Series pickup. Yes, the 1948 Ford F-1 was the vehicle that launched a legend. That's why this deep, dark red restored pickup deserves a prime spot in your garage.

This is how to get a custom pickup without taking away from the vintage atmosphere. The Lava Red paint will look like a classic black to some people until you park it next to other F-1s out there. Then you can really see it's a bold standout when you want it most. The overall finish may need a professional detail if you want a show-stopper, but in keeping with the more honest style, it has just the right touches of earned character that seems right to have on a pickup. This one is bright in all the right places, with the chrome bumpers, a shining grille, hood trim, and cool smoothie wheels. And all the little details - from the running board step plates to the glowing lumber in the truck bed - are all part of this truck's standout vintage style.

The cab is built for long-lasting function. A clean dash, durable rubber floor cove, and steel door panels remind you of the resilient attitude this was born with. But little details, like the updated seat with matching sun visors and headliner, are there to prove that simple can also be elegant. The three-spoke wheel retains that grooved feel that connects you with the workers who relied on similar pickups for decades. Plus, the full gauge package, proper turn signals, and the tall shifter make this a confident driving classic.

You can tell that when this one was restored that they made sure it was a strong runner. It's proven also in how eager this pickup is to hit the road even in its seventh decade of existence. The 239 cubic-inch flathead V8 was the larger of the two motors offered in '48, so it has an extra wallop of power, and the glasspack dual exhaust adds a little extra bass to this industrial symphony. Best of all, the three-speed manual transmission keeps you in control of it all. The modern tires are hardly noticed (but appreciated) thanks to the whitewalls. In the end, the full experience of being behind the wheel feels like rolling history.

Complete with a restoration photo book, this is the truck that launched the pickup icon. So when it's this solidly presented and ready to run, it's time you grab a legend on wheels.Call now!