This classic Ford reminds us that there was once a time when deliveries weren't just made in boring white vans.
1. This Ain't No UPS Truck
If there's one major difference between today and the first half of last century, it's that we used to do everything in style. While folks are perfectly happy wearing brown shorts and tooling around in giant brown boxes to deliver packages these days, it wasn't always that way. No, we used to deliver goods in vehicles like this gorgeous 1951 F-1 panel van.
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2. An Award Winning Restoration
The red on red F-1 has undergone a painstakingly detailed top to bottom restoration. Everything is as it was when the van rolled off the assembly line in the early 50's, from the color to the radio and heater. And all of that hard work has paid off handsomely, as the F-1 has since become both an AACA Senior winner and a Dearborn Award-winner.
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3. The Drivetrain
Under the hood, you'll find the original Flathead V8 still chugging along in all its glory. Behind it sits the original 3-speed manual transmission as well. Both undoubtedly look and run better than new, but you won't hear us complain about that minor little detail.
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4. Interior
As is the case with all the trucks from this era, the interior was an exercise in utilitarian simplicity. Things like heated seats, dual zone climate control, and satellite radio were only a pipe dream in the 50's. And even if they did exist back then, we doubt they would have been offered in trucks. Because back then trucks were used for work, and work only. From the spartan dash to the plain vinyl seats to the wood floor in the back, there are no frivolous features here.
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5. The Best Part? It Can Be Yours!
This beauty is scheduled to roll across the block at the Barrett-Jackson Northeast auction at the Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, CT. The event takes place June 21st through June 24th, so there's still time to add this fine '51 to your personal collection.
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