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Beautiful Classic Truck, Great Driver, Patina Rustic Paint Work * 8' Bed * Clean on 2040-cars

Year:1973 Mileage:1
Location:

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
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Up for purchase is a very unique Ford pickup truck.  I have owned this truck for years, however I don't frequently drive it.  

Great looking stance (lowered - budget spring cut), great mechanical condition and reliable with every start attempt.  Starts and drives every time, shifts very well, brakes are functional, windows roll up and down, radio is missing but the wiring is there.  The engine was rebuilt about 6-7k miles ago, transmission has less than 500 miles since rebuild (oil pump and torque converter).  Holly carb, e-cam, shorty headers, flowmaster exhaust - all else is stock.  

Cosmetically the truck had surface rust from the paint and clear coat fading over the years, however we did apply a topical rust treatment and then proceeded to freehand a variety of copper, blue, gold, brown and pearl shades to the paint.  We then clearcoated the truck with a satin finish clearcoat (plastidip).  It can easily all be removed if someone were to opt for a full or partial restoration.  Interior is stock and nearly mint - including a brand new dash pad and new upgraded bench seat.  

The bed floorboard had rust from having trash and debris stored in it for years (held moisture) however the bed is functional again because of the new wood floor bed insert that was fabricated for it.  The truck I believe was equipped with factory air since new, but I don't believe it's functional anymore.  Heat works.  Tires are in good shape and are fairly new.  

The ride is very stiff and bouncy due to the lowering procedures - however there's a great deal of aftermarket support for these platforms and a smooth suspension can be installed very inexpensively per the new owner's preference.  

I built this truck as a display piece and occasional cruiser around town.  It's been parked in front of my shop for awhile now and I am ready to let it go to a new home.  If you have trade offers or would like to inquire about additional work you'd like done to this truck, I can quote that and make arrangements for completion.  It's a mechanically reliable, head-turning long bed truck - use it for whatever you'd creatively think of.  

I own a specialty fabrication shop in Raleigh NC and i'd love to answer any questions you may have about the truck.  Please call or text before bidding if you are unsure about your decision - I will report any unpaid activity.  My number is 9one92642OO7  Feel free to make trade offers.  

Happy bidding.  

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