1949 ford F1-Pristine Frame Off Restoration

Description for Ford Other Pickups 1949

This rare, hard to find F1 truck captures the spirit of the classic Ford truck, providing a sense of nostalgia and the benefit of a frame off restoration. Every nut and bolt is new, as well as the drive train, suspension, exhaust, brakes, interior – the attention to detail on this truck will impress you. California vehicle, built in Long Beach. Here is a brief list of the work done:

ENGINE/DRIVE TRAIN: Freshly rebuilt V8-302 motor with less than 100 miles, freshly rebuilt Automatic C4 transmission, freshly rebuilt 9” Ford rear end, new Lokar shifter & linkage, complete 2 ½ inch Stainless Steel Magnaflow exhaust-installed at Magnaflow by Magnaflow technicians. Edelbrock Intake & Carb, Headers

SUSPENSION/BRAKES: All new suspension & steering box, new shocks, all new disc brakes in front, new drum brakes in rear, all new brake lines, new power booster & Master Cylinder

INTERIOR: Completely redone – new steering wheel, new door handles (inside and out), all new glass & rubber, new carpet with sound deadening insulation, new headliner, all new gauges, new wiper motor, original seat newly upholstered with seat belts added

EXTERIOR: Custom, show quality two tone paint, hand painted pinstripe and FORD script emblem, all new stainless trim/badges, brand new Ash wood bed, color coated spray on bedliner (side of bed and running boards), new radial tires with big white walls.

This beauty is magazine ready – if you love the look of a vintage truck but want the peace of mind of a new one – this truck is perfect for you! Everyday driver or show truck, this one does it all.

ABOUT the F1: The first-generation Ford F-Series is a series of pickup trucks and commercial vehicles produced by Ford. Introduced in 1948, the F-Series was the first post-war truck design from Ford. In a break from previous Ford trucks, the F-Series was no longer based upon its car chassis, but on a dedicated truck platform. This generation of the F-Series would remain in production until 1952. F-1: 1/2 ton (4,700 GVWR max.)

Contact Troy Stansbury at 949.291.6499 or troystansbury@cox.net for more information.