Just got back from looking over the ' 60 F100 and I was very disappointed, although it does have possibilities. Here is what I found:
Good points
1) body is very straight and literally dent free, with minimal surface rust.
2) glass is all good
3) all electrical components, turn signals, etc. work
4) engine runs good, but is not fresh
5) seats are very good
6) rear springs, shocks,air bags in good cond.
7) no rust in cab corners or mounts
Negatives
1) clutch lets out high and is slipping
2) brakes don't grab right away and either need adjusting, (simple), or replacing.
3) doors rattle......adjustment??
4) sterring is very squirrely, bad tie rods and worm gear/sector shaft will need replacing, if lucky only adjusted.
5) front leaf springs are flattened out need arching
6) needs paint job
7) needs tires soon
8) radiator is weak! signs of corrosion all along top where it is soldered
9) front windshield needs new rubber seal, there is a visible hole, size of a marble, in lower passenger side.
I figure it's a weak "fair" as described in market value blue books for classic cars and trucks, which suggests $1925.00 I offered him $1750 and he will think about it, but I'm starting to think it may be too much. Appreciate your input......freezeplug

 

Hmmm.... It sounds like a nice mostly original truck. It does need some work so the price you offered was fair. It could be a little high but the body is straight which is worth its weight in gold. Most of the stuff you mentioned could be done in a couple weekends and under $1000 for a nice driver. But before you plan to buy do you want to restore it(exactly how ford made it) or do you plan to just have a resto-mod(some things are original others aren't )or even rod it. Look at the other trucks you've found(assuming you've been looking) and compare them with your final plans for the truck. Hope any of this helps and you might want to talk with kenny the site moderator because he know's 57-60 better than anybody. P.S I would try and fetch $1500 out of him

 

Hi,
I'm not so sure about that, but thank you very much for the compliment. When it comes to upgrading these beauties, you guys are the champs!


Anyway,
I couldn't have said it any better than mr4speedford.

A straight body with minimal rust is a HUGE plus!
Sounds to me like most of the negatives listed are the "consumables" like brakes, tires, clutch, etc.

Most of these original trucks will have play in the steering, unless you get lucky and find a low mileage truck. Sometimes it just takes an adjustment, most times it is a worn gear box. The gear box can be rebuilt, or purchased as a rebuild.


Blue book value usually differs from what people who really desire that specific truck are willing to pay. Location is usually an important factor to consider as well.
Best advice would be to do as mr4speedford sugguested, and compare with the other trucks you've looked at.

Without seeing it, it sounds to me like a very solid candidate for a project whichever way you decide to go.

I paid $2,500 for my '59 F-250 4x4 back in '99. It's in good shape, needs some work, but only has 19,000 plus original miles on it. Two weeks ago, someone knocked on my door and wanted to give me $5,000 for it as is.