Ford 1953 53 F-100 Pickup Pick Up Flathead Ford V/8 F100 on 2040-cars
Rogers, Arkansas, United States
Engine:V/8
Body Type:Pickup Truck
Vehicle Title:Clear
Exterior Color: Sheridan Blue
Make: Ford
Interior Color: Sheridan Blue
Model: F-100
Number of Cylinders: 8
Trim: 1953 F-100
Drive Type: Manual
Cab Type (For Trucks Only): Deluxe
Mileage: 0
If your like me the term barn find is way overused. This truck wasn't a barn find, but a warehouse find in Ft. Smith, Arkansas. A friend of mine purchased it 4 years ago. The truck had been siting inside the warehouse since the early 70's. To the best of my knowledge and after close review I don't think that the truck has ever been apart and shows NO signs of any accidents. It has been subject to what appears to be one (1) repaint along time ago. My friend proceeded to rebuild the Flathead engine, install a new clutch (which needs adjustment), do a complete brake job which included new wheel cylinders, king pins, flex and steel brake lines, new 8V battery and then lost interest due to the purchase of a Model A. I bought it from him last spring with the thoughts of a frame up restoration. My plans have changed as I've found an early Bronco instead to build.
The truck has two minor rust issues, the passenger side rear cab corner (pictured) which will be an easy fix and the driver's side running board (pictured). The rest of the original sheet metal is nice, really nice. Don't get me wrong the truck has its minor bruises, but nothing major. Look at the original bed, its not beat up like most of these are. There is a dent the size of your fist on top of the tailgate, but the rest of the sheet metal is nice. Its obvious from the condition of the body and frame that this was a city truck and wasn't subject to dirt roads of Arkansas or dirt rot. Arkansas doesn't use salt on our roads so the truck isn't rusty like a northern truck.
The VIN and Data Plate decode as follows:
F10=F100, R= 239 CI Flat Head Ford V/8, 3 =1953 model year, K= Kansas City production plant
Rear Axle is a 3:92 ratio, Trans =3 speed regular manual transmission
Color = B which is a beautiful Sheridan Blue
If your looking for patina/rat rod then throw a Mexican blanket over the seat, clear the paint, put on a new set of tires (the current tires are dry rotted beyond useability) on it and drive and enjoy her, or this truck is the candidate for an easy restoration.
This truck is sold as-is where-is with no warranties either express or implied. Please ask me your questions before you bid. I will do my best to honestly answer all questions. Winning bidder will be required to pay a non refundable $500.00 deposit within 24 hours after the close of the auction. The balance is due by check, bank wire or cash within 72 hours following the close of the auction. Title or possession of the truck will not pass to the winning bidder until your funds have cleared my bank. I know nothing about international shipping. If your an international buyer you must have all of your shipping prearranged.
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