This model has clearly been customized, but these tasteful changes have still allowed it to keep its classic appeal.
Body
There's something about a steel-bodied classic vehicle that just captures and holds your attention: especially when the body is as unblemished as the example above.
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Drivetrain
Propelling this classic pickup is a flathead Ford V8 unit. All of its power runs through a manual transmission.
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Engine Upgrades
This engine hasn't received any major performance upgrades, but it does have a couple of shiny parts. It contains Offenhauser heads and twin Stromberg carburetors.
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Hood
Undoubtedly, one of the stand out features on this pickup is its immaculate Louvered hood. It gives the vehicle that bit more presence.
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Aggressive Stance
Complementing the Louvered hood is the fact that this pickup has been raked forward. This is by no means an over the top modification, but it is notable at the same time.
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Wheels
Blackwall radial tires wrap cream painted steel wheels. In the center, you'll find chrome smoothie hubcaps and trim rings.
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More Chrome
The hubcaps aren't the only parts that were given a dash of chrome. The front and rear bumpers are also both chrome and in outstanding condition.
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Bed
This pickup moves from one beautiful detail to the next and the bed is no different. The model has a wooden bed with stainless strips, all of which are in very good condition.
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