UK road users don’t often experience the sight of a large, V8-powered American pickup truck. With their imposing size and uncommon shape, these behemoths of the motoring world claim plenty of attention.
In such great condition, this particular Ford F150 complete with the stylish Flare Side bed shape represents the best of the American pickup truck.
One of the best-looking iterations of the F150 coupled with an excellent spec of black on black with white pinstripes, this car will make its driver feel special out on the open road. DANdVhiShlHcLUEJ6UEf16nRurF5N2e3irAS9W4F.jpeg3.27 MB
Jump in this Ford F150 and you’ll be immersed in the colour grey. The leather seats, the plastic dashboard and even the carpets are adorned in the neutral colour. Just a few pieces of black trim break up this vast ocean of greyness.
Forget the thousands of buttons that cover steering wheels on modern cars, this pickup truck’s wheel is a simple yet loveable design that transports you back to a time when you didn’t need to constantly change settings on the fly. A simple gear selector stalk controlling the automatic gearbox and indicator switch sit behind it while the analogue instrument cluster is as clear as day.
Despite the simplicity of the interior’s design, the F150 comes with several gadgets such as electronic windows, partially electronically adjustable seats and cruise control. The centre of the dashboard hosts an aftermarket Kenwood stereo system.
Subtle yet effective chrome accents and white pinstripe
Beautiful low stance
All in great condition
The main characteristic of this car’s exterior has to be the amazing Flare Side styling, an option making its return on ninth generation Ford F-Series trucks. Despite making the slightly narrower than on the more traditional flat-sided trucks, the Flare Side design adds a sense of style to an otherwise function-over-form corner of the motoring industry.
The curvaceous rear end is complemented by the brilliantly cared for black paint showing off all the vehicles’ shapes. The exterior spec is topped off by a white pinstripe along the bottom of the body and chrome bumpers which look great without stealing all the attention.
As is typically the case with imported American cars, this F150 sits on GT Radial tyres which, sat tightly within the wheel arches, give the model a great low-slung stance.TxBduHOJsM9zwZQckHDh7NAc1cTjPBVnJ5cL4gGe.jpeg3.21 MB
The Mechanics
5.8-litre V8
Automatic gearbox with overdrive
Well looked after example
In true American style, a massive 5.8-litre V8 engine sits under the bonnet. Dubbed the Windsor engine, Ford’s small block motor sends its power to an automatic gearbox. With around 200hp and a less than sporty transmission, this model isn’t going to be winning many races. Though it should provide plenty of torque to do its job; heavy lifting.
This model was designed as to be a builder’s workhorse and having been imported to the UK early in its life, this is something it hasn’t had the chance to do. Along with plenty of invoices proving how much work has gone into this car, it should be in great condition for many years to come.EQLMbX6W6gxL0Yd3UskY5pTJ52GKH1I9sShs2b3P.jpeg2.31 MB
Summary
This Ford F150 is a stylish example of an otherwise rugged market. It presents itself beautifully with its curvaceous body covered up by excellent deep black paint. Furthermore, having been clearly well looked after during its 22 years in the United Kingdom, this could be one of the best examples easily available on British soil.
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