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First off I'm from Canada and these truck are hard to come by. I just found a 56 f100 that needs a lot of work so I was wondering if you guys could let me know if you think this truck is worth buying.the guy is asking $3500 cad($2500 USD) and he said the only things that are missing is the tailgate and running boards. I know of a guy around me that can get parts so that helps. Is there any specific questions I should ask the seller? I've never owned one of these trucks before btw.
I would need to see more of the truck to give you a thumbs up on it. I see the left fender has a hole, the grille needs some work, the right door and right rear cab corner have a crease. One thing to check closely is the roof overhang. 56 cabs had a problem of rusting out there.
He said the only thing missing is the tailgate and running boards. This truck takes the short running boards. They are not reproduced . You'll have to buy good used or bad used and repair them. About the tailgate...... good and bad news. Good news is that bed doesn't need a tailgate. Bad news is it looks like a homemade flatbed. And does the truck run, drive and stop? How long was it sitting?
Does it run? It appears to be fairly complete under the hood. From what I can see it seems pretty solid and possibly a good starting place for a project. $2500US is fair money for any decent 56 project, they seem to be the most desirable for many guys and the cab is a one year only style. I can't see the floors to know if they are rusty or solid, so it's difficult to know exactly what you'll be getting yourself into. But the outside looks pretty nice, comparatively speaking. Sure, its got some issues but nothing that can't be fixed. If it was in my neighborhood and I wanted one, I'd be giving it a serious look before someone else did.
There's a box and rear fenders sitting upside down on the flatbed, Abe.
Used boxes are typically beat up pretty bad and/or rusty after years of abuse, and repro boxes are not very expensive, of good quality and an excellent investment for your project. For a couple of grand, half of your body work is done and you can concentrate on the cab and fenders, and be good to go.
There's a box and rear fenders sitting upside down on the flatbed, Abe.
Used boxes are typically beat up pretty bad and/or rusty after years of abuse, and repro boxes are not very expensive, of good quality and an excellent investment for your project. For a couple of grand, half of your body work is done and you can concentrate on the cab and fenders, and be good to go.
OK, thanks. I see it now. It has the dimpled fender for the side mount spare. I bought a bed (2 bedsides, front panel, and rear cross member) from mid West Early Ford for $600. He might need all the cross members and bed wood of course. And of course buy a tailgate.And the F100 running boards.
Depending on the rust that would be a fairly reasonable and average price here in Saskatchewan, even rusty ones have that asking price. Getting every hard to find in the west and likely more so in Ont.
I sold this one 2 yrs ago for $1,500, likely now I could easily get double that or more.
Hey Robert,
Welcome Aboard.... Why does the windshield say "Sold No Parts" on it?
Did the guy just buy it & is now quickly re-selling it? That would be odd...
The running advice is to buy the most truck you can afford... If $2500 is
what you can afford then this truck is a good project truck for you. It will cost you time & money to
get it back to beautiful condition if that is your plan.. What is your plan for the truck? Weekend
worker? Car shows?
Some free thoughts:
o If you like to tinker with trucks then it's a good hobby for you. If you have to hire others to do the work …
I wouldn't do this one .. I'd buy a more finished & road ready truck.
Safety Issues you'll want to address Seatbelts, Mirrors, brand new brake lines, Gas Tank, Dual Chamber Master Cylinder.
If you want to go highway speeds 65/70 - You'll need new rear end gearing. A Ford 8.8
or 9 inch axle with decent highway cruising gears.
Nice To Have:
o Power Steering
o Door Locks on both sides.
o Turn Signals.
o Front Disc Brakes.
o A bigger Gas Tank for more range.
o An upgraded or renovated Suspension & Steering.
Where in Canada are you? I'm just outside of Ottawa. If it has an ownership and you have the desire to rebuild it, go for it. No ownership then no go. I have a bunch of parts I am goning to be selling if you need something.
Darn it. The guy sold the truck last night after I was talking to him. I was actually gonna go take a look today too. If anyone is in or around Ontario Canada that knows of a '56 f100 project truck for sale please let me know. They are so hard to find. Thanks
Darn it. The guy sold the truck last night after I was talking to him. I was actually gonna go take a look today too. If anyone is in or around Ontario Canada that knows of a '56 f100 project truck for sale please let me know. They are so hard to find. Thanks
What part of Ontario? I see '53-'56 on Kijiji on a regular bases. '56 is a bit harder as they are a one year thing and everyone wants them. What shape or how much of a project would you like? Some amazing talent here for sure.
Personally anyone that would pay $10,000 for that is nuts and I think $3,500 for the first one is way too much. The ones that are selling these vehicles are looking what a finished one is worth and haven't a clue how to get them to that point...
What part of Ontario? I see '53-'56 on Kijiji on a regular bases. '56 is a bit harder as they are a one year thing and everyone wants them. What shape or how much of a project would you like? Some amazing talent here for sure.
Im near Orangeville (30 min north of Brampton). Yeah I've seen a few 53-55' but I haven't seen many 56's. What I'm looking for ideally is something that is stock, minimal rust, running and assembled but needs a little tlc. What I would settle for is 70-80% assembled, minimal rust and no motor.
similar to this truck
end goal would be like this truck below(patina) and a full resto mod
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