440-Powered 1951 Ford F-1 Project

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Ford's first-generation F-Series helped establish the blueprint for the modern American pickup, combining postwar durability with improved comfort and styling. Produced from 1948 through 1952, the F-1 was the half-ton model in Ford's new truck lineup and remains a popular platform for custom builds thanks to its classic styling, sturdy construction, and adaptability to modifications.

This modified 1951 Ford F-1 is now powered by a 440ci Magnum V8 said to have come from a 1978 Chrysler. The engine is equipped with an Edelbrock Performer intake manifold and Edelbrock AVS carburetor, and power is routed through an automatic transmission, while additional upgrades include rack-and-pinion steering, an aluminum radiator with an electric cooling fan, and chrome Cragar wheels wrapped in BFGoodrich Radial T/A tires. The truck also features a Ford Ranger stepside bed, custom interior appointments, and various cosmetic modifications.

Currently finished in primer over cloth bucket seats, the truck is equipped with a windshield visor, roll pan, aftermarket taillights, a custom wood center console, custom wood running boards, a glovebox-mounted cassette stereo, and a steering column-mounted tachometer.

This modified 1951 Ford F-1 project is now offered at no reserve with a clean Michigan title in the seller’s name.

Highlights

• Powered by a Chrysler 440ci Magnum V8 paired with an automatic transmission

• Finished in primer over gray cloth and black vinyl upholstery

• Custom-fitted Ford Ranger stepside bed

• Chrome Cragar wheels wearing BFGoodrich Radial T/A tires

Modifications

• Edelbrock Performer intake manifold

• Edelbrock AVS carburetor

• Polished Edelbrock valve covers

• Aluminum radiator

• Electric cooling fan

• Rack-and-pinion steering

• Diamond plate-lined firewall

• Ford Ranger stepside bed

• Aftermarket black-housing taillights

• Bumpers deleted with rear rollpan

• Windshield visor

• Wood running boards

• Cloth bucket seats

• Custom wood center console

• Later-model two-spoke steering wheel

• Column-mounted tachometer

• Glovebox-mounted cassette stereo with digital tuner

Known Imperfections

• Cosmetic imperfections consistent with age and modifications

• Body and interior unfinished