Hey Pete, Thanks for the information. My insistence on a 1948 has made it a little harder. Also, looking for one that has not been altered is hard. I fully expect the truck to have normal wear and tear, but would like to avoid major damage or alternations. I am convinced that there are some out there, I just have to be alert and patient. Some one has one they have cherished for years and maybe took extra special care of and would like for their truck to find a very good home. I can and will offer that home. Now, I just have to get the word out. Thanks again for your help and for keeping me in mind in case you should come across one. Regards

 

You just missed this desirable Mercury that went for a great price probably because of it's remote location.
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I am curious though as to why you specifically want a 1948 when the differences 1948-1952 are so slight?

 

Pete, It mainly is just me being strange. The first truck I owned was a 1948 F1 and out of young stupidity, I let it get away from me. That was some forty five years ago and I would just like to get another - this time to keep and pass on to my only grandson. Thanks for asking.

 

I just found another ebay 1949 that looked and sounded just like what I desire. The bidding was at $7,000 and it never met reserve. BIN was $9,000. I might consider a 49 if it was like that one.

 

I like this one, I haven't seen it in person but love the look of it... https://tucson.craigslist.org/cto/5251282960.html

 

Moe, Thanks for the heads up. I really had not checked Craigslist west of the Miss. I may need to expand my search. It is not a bad looking truck and I requested more information from owner. Thanks again. Many eyes are better than two.

 

My brother has three F1's and is looking to sell this one. I believe he is asking $17,000 for it . It is a very original six cylinder truck. I have driven it and it drives nice.

 

Okie, Now that is a super nice looking example of an F1. I really prefer one that has not been redone. I want one in its "original clothes" and I will clean it up and fix it mechanically and then drive it. It is getting harder and harder to find an original clean and sound one. I really do appreciate everyones help and maybe soon I will luck on the right one for me.

 

Buying a rust free example from the SW is well worth a premium price (that craigslist truck is a realistic, not premium price for a running drivable, rust free example IMHO), and the shipping charges. You can get one shipped coast to coast by a private shipper for 1- 1.5K. Cheaper than rust repair/replacement panels cost. I went to NM for my panel. completely rust free.
PS: that's assuming it has a transferable title.