350-Powered 1950 Ford F-1 Pickup

Description

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The first-generation Ford F-Series, introduced in 1948, marked a turning point in the American pickup market. Designed to meet the growing demand for versatile work vehicles in the post-war era, the F-1 combined rugged utility with improved driver comfort. Its “Million Dollar Cab” offered a wider, taller cabin with better visibility and seating, making it feel more like a passenger car than a farm truck. By 1950, Ford refined the formula further with a one-piece windshield, a sturdier grille, and enhanced interior appointments, cementing the F-1’s reputation as a practical yet stylish workhorse.

This 1950 Ford F-1, finished in Vermillion Red over tan vinyl upholstery and carpeting, retains its classic character while featuring select updates for usability. Power comes from a swapped-in Chevrolet 350ci V8 paired to a GM four-speed automatic transmission. The truck rides on aftermarket 15-inch turbine-style wheels wrapped in Cooper Cobra Radial G/T tires, and its wood-lined bed with metal strips add period-correct charm. Additional features include larger chrome side mirrors, A-pillar-mounted spotlights, and additional Sunpro gauges for modern water temperature, voltage, and oil pressure readings.

This 350-powered 1950 Ford F-1 Pickup is now offered with partial service documentation, a repair manual, and a clean Michigan title in the seller’s name.

Highlights

• Powered by a Chevrolet 350ci V8 paired with a GM four-speed automatic transmission

• Refinished in Vermillion Red paint and retains complete brightwork

• Reupholstered tan vinyl bench seat with matching carpet and headliner

• The chassis number (98RC433907) decodes as:

  • 9 – 1950 model year

  • 8R – 239 cu-in 8-cylinder 2BC carburetor

  • C – ½-Ton Pickup

  • 433907 – Sequential production number

Factory Equipment

• 100-mph speedometer, fuel, oil, temperature, and battery gauges

• Half-ton pickup with 6.5-foot wood-lined bed with metal strips

• Horizontal five-bar grille (unique to 1950)

• Chrome front and rear bumpers

• One-piece curved glass

• Dual windshield wipers

• Ash trey and glovebox

• Vent windows

Modifications

• Aftermarket 15” turbine-style wheels with P225/70/R15 Cooper Cobra Radial G/T tires

• Sunpro water temperature, voltage, and oil pressure instruments

• Aftermarket chrome side mirrors

• A-pillar-mounted spotlights

• Front disc brake conversion

• Auto Reverse AM/FM radio

• All weather floor mats

Servicing & Documentation

The seller has invested over $10,500 in servicing to maintain roadworthiness with records dating from 2013 through 2018—see the attached “Service Records: 1950 Ford F-1” document in the "Additional documents" section of this listing for details.

Known Imperfections

• Speedometer reads approximately 10 mph off (needs to be recalibrated)

• Odometer inoperable (stopped counting at 57,804 miles)

• Paint and brightwork show wear consistent with age

• Fuel tank float gets stuck intermittently

• Run in the paint under the rear window

• Driver’s door requires alignment

• Some rust around door edges

Ownership History

The seller purchased this 1950 Ford F-1 in September of 2007 from Fox Ford of Grand Rapids, Michigan. The seller notes the truck starts, shifts, drives, and stops well, noting reverse “has a distinct feel.”

Included Items

• Service documentation

• Repair manual