1948 Ford Other for sale $27,995
| 1948 Ford Other $27,995 | |
| Car Ad from: Hemmings View Original Ad | |
| Price: | $27,995 |
| Contact: | View Original Ad from Hemmings |
| Location: | Concord, NC |
| Details: |
This is the first F-Series pickup. Yesand#44; the 1948 Ford F-1 was the vehicle that launched a legend. Thats why this deepand#44; 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 black to some people until you park it next to other F-1s out there. Then you can really see its a bold standout when you want it most. Bodywork is nicely done with the kind of fit and finish youd expect from a vintage truckand#44; offering just enough character that was earned the hard way. Theres enough chrome to remind you that even trucks cared about style – just look at the stainless strips running along the sides of the hoodand#44; framing the ventsand#44; and the simple grille that still echoes in todays F-150. Running boards were also an important feature on pickupsand#44; allowing easy access to the bedand#44; and those on this truck carry accessory step plates. And inside the bedand#44; the new glossy wood radiates from the dark paint like a showpiece. The cab is built for long-lasting function. Theres plenty of dashboard spaceand#44; thanks to an uncluttered feel that only has to make room for the heater. Muddy work boots are not a problem because the rubber floor mat means this cleanup is as simple as a garden hose. Despite this utilitarian feeland#44; there have been a couple of nice upgradesand#44; such as the exterior-matching Lava Red paint and a newer vinyl bench for comfort. This Fords blue-collar roots are immediately known when you grab three-spoke wheel and feel the groves of all the workers who relied on similar pickups for decades. There is no radioand#44; but it will hardly be missed because this pickup will make you want to whistle a workers tune on every road trip. The consignor took his time restoring this truck to make sure it was a strong runner. Its proven not only in the fantastic presentation of the engine bayand#44; but also in how eager the 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 48and#44; so it has an extra wallop of powerand#44; and the glasspack dual exhaust adds a little extra bass to this industrial symphony. Best of alland#44; the three-speed manual transmission keeps you in control of it all. The modern tires are hardly noticed (but appreciated) thanks to the whitewalls and two-piece wheels with half-moon hubcaps. In the endand#44; the full experience of being behind the wheel feels like rolling history. Complete with a restoration photo bookand#44; this is the truck that launched the pickup icon. Nicely presented and ready to runand#44; its time you grab a legend on wheels. Call now!! |