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Clean California Truck! 1979 F-150 Ranger 4x4 351 V-8 Short Bed on 2040-cars

Year:1979 Mileage:71000 Color: Blue and White /
 Blue
Location:

Mill Valley, California, United States

Mill Valley, California, United States
Advertising:
Transmission:Manual
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:351M
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
VIN: F14HRDC2630 Year: 1979
Number of Cylinders: 8
Make: Ford
Model: F-150
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Trim: RANGER
Options: 4-Wheel Drive, CD Player
Drive Type: Manual
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes
Mileage: 71,000
Exterior Color: Blue and White
Interior Color: Blue
Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ... 

1979 Ford F-150 Ranger 4x4

Up for auction with NO RESERVE is the Ford truck I thought I would never sell. I did lots of research and found the perfect truck, I thought would last forever. Unfortunately, my wife's grandfather passed, and his beloved pickup was going to be discarded. We've elected to save grandpa's truck for sentimental value, and...

It's a great opportunity for the right buyer.

I purchased the truck from a close friend of the original buyer. The truck was built in San Jose, and bought in 1978 by it's original owner, a Ford employee. The truck has been covered, or garaged for almost its entire life, and never registered outside of California. The original paint is in good shape for 30 plus years. It's an awesome blue, with subtle metallic flake. Overall exterior condition is very good for it's age. It is not a show truck yet, but with matching numbers, and almost all original equipment,  it certainly could be. The photos speak for themselves.

Modification's are minimal. The truck sits on a 2" body lift, which looks great! Also has an aftermarket chrome grill, and new model rearview mirror with temp and compass features. A small motor for a "hood squirt gun" was installed by original owner, but is not currently hooked up. Also a Flowmaster muffler is installed.

Mechanically, the truck is sound. Starter motor and ignition were replaced less than a year ago, and the truck fires right up! Motor runs well, shifts well, and brakes. Power steering works great! Drives Great! The truck is equipped with Power Assist brakes, but may need work. Stops with manual brake pressure fine.

Transmission is a 4 speed with Granny low. 4x4 works great, although I've used it very little.

NP 205 Transfer Case and solid front axel. The 6th generation F-150 is considered to be one of the must robust and durable truck designs from Ford.

I have never taken this truck off road, and it has been more of a Sunday Driver than anything for me.

Mileage comes in just over 71, 000. but my guess is it's been over once already.

The truck has a Sony CD player, FM/AM radio, and two JLB speakers, which sound great. A Cobra CB radio is also installed.

I'm also including rare factory service manuals, and a Weather Shield HD black custom cover, which cost around $500.

What else can I say? The truck is in great condition for is age inside and out. It's good to drive, and can be kept a daily driver, or customized to your liking.

Please feel free to contact me with any questions, and I'll be happy to answer them to the best of my ability.

This is a truly awesome truck, and I'll miss it dearly.

Thank you, and GOOD LUCK! Did I mention, NO RESERVE!



I have described the truck to the best of my ability, and am selling AS-IS.

NOT FOR SALE TO CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS DUE TO SMOG REQUIREMENTS

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