V8-Powered 1950 Ford F-1 Pickup 4-Speed Project

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Out of a combination of a lifelong automotive passion and an unyielding desire to support the people of his Alabama community, the Generous Collection was born. Mr. Greg Rusk, a successful business leader in the cardboard industry, with a big heart for helping families and friends in times of need, would regularly pay overly generous fees to acquire an interesting vehicle. After decades of collecting and supporting local automotive enthusiasts, the Rusk family is ready for these vehicles, each with their own story, to write their next chapter back on the road, where they belong.

The Generous Collection returns with Part 2 offering over 250 cars in August all offered without reserve, emerging from years of long-term silent storage. From the quiet shadows of the Generous Collection to the sunshine of backroads and highways, enthusiasts now have the opportunity to own a piece of a generous car-collecting legacy.

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In the competitive post-war truck market, Ford’s all-new look emerged as a strong contender against GM’s Advanced Design trucks. More than just a fresh design, it marked the beginning of a legendary nameplate — the F-Series — that continues to define Ford’s truck lineup today.

Debuting in early 1948, Ford’s new pickup range started with the F-1 half-ton. While built on a robust ladder frame wearing an I-beam front axle and leaf spring suspension, Ford invested heavily into improving comfort and usability as well. The wider and taller “Million Dollar Cab” was designed to feel more like a living room than a work truck, and featured a redesigned seat, a high-visibility window design, and a host of options to keep occupants comfortable.

By 1950, the F-1 had further evolved with even more interior comfort, a sleek one-piece windshield, and a sturdier grille design that added both style and strength. And buyers could choose between dependable inline-six or flathead V8 engine options.

This example has been refinished in red with custom flames and tan upholstery, and wears 15” aftermarket wheels. Its factory six cylinder has been replaced with a modified flathead Ford V8 backed by a four-speed manual transmission.

It currently does not run, and is considered a project vehicle.

This non-running 1950 Ford F-1 is now represented at no reserve by a Broad Arrow Specialist with a clean Alabama title in the current owner's name.

Highlights

• Offered from The Generous Collection

• Refinished in red with custom flames and tan upholstery

• Wood bed

• Flathead Ford V8

• 4-speed manual transmission

Factory Equipment

• F-Series styling

• "Million Dollar Cab" design

• Leaf spring suspension

• Bench seat

• 114” wheelbase and 188” body

Modifications

• Flathead V8

• Finned air cleaner

• Offenhauser heads and intake manifold

• Edelbrock carburetor

• Alternator conversion

• Refinished in red with flame accents

• 15” aftermarket wheels

• Modern taillights

• Under-dash gauges

Known Imperfections

• While reasonable efforts were made during preparation for the sale, due to the volume of cars in this collection it was not possible to diagnose or detect all imperfections present in the cars.

• Does not run and is a project vehicle

• Paint imperfections on body

• Mismatched tires with older date codes

• Images detailing the condition of the 1950 Ford F-1 are presented in the gallery

Ownership History

This 1950 Ford F-1 is offered from The Generous Collection of no-reserve automobiles.

Additional Information

Motor vehicles older than 35 years (1991) are exempt from Alabama’s titling requirements. In states that issue titles, an Alabama registration converts to a title upon transfer.

A Broad Arrow Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the seller of this listing. As such, the purchase transaction will be facilitated by Broad Arrow, including vehicle payment, applicable taxes required to be collected by the seller or Broad Arrow, and title/ownership reassignment. Broad Arrow is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hagerty.

Contact: Matt Lowney   Phone: 623.308.2640   Email: mlowney@hagerty.com

Please note that all lots in The Generous Collection are offered after many years of storage, without operation or service, in warehouse facilities. The seller endeavored to provide very limited mechanical servicing to bring some cars back to running potential; however, not all cars will be running at time of sale. Because of the extended static display, it must be assumed that all cars will require extensive additional mechanical attention before being driven safely and, in most cases, cleaning both the interiors and exteriors. All the cars will have imperfections associated with long-term static storage and require extensive sorting to perform best and safely. The burden of determining a car’s status, both mechanical and cosmetic, rests fully on the bidder, prior to bidding and the close of the auction. All lots are sold as is, where is. 

Additionally, due to the location of the collection and limited access to the facility following the close of the auction, all lots must be retrieved while a Hagerty Marketplace representative is onsite, between the hours of 9AM to 6PM local time beginning Monday, September 14 through Wednesday, September 30. No cars can be retrieved prior to September 14, and any lots remaining after September 30 will be re-located outside in the parking lot for retrieval by their buyers.