5 Things to Look at When Buying a Vintage Ford Truck

If you are looking to purchase a vintage Ford, there are a few pieces of information you should know. Make sure to do the proper research before investing your hard-earned money into a vintage Ford.

By April Ryder - January 6, 2017

1. Know The Basics

Here are a few essential pieces of information to know before buying a vintage Ford truck.

1. The F in the F-series means that the truck is full-sized.

2. The L in the L-series means the vehicle was made between 1970-1998. These trucks come stock with a horizontal grill and were made in the Louisville Ford plant.

3. The oldest model of Ford's pickup trucks was created in 1925.

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2. Rust can be a deal breaker.

Check for rust in the corner of the cab. Check the floor seams as well. A rusted floor seam can mean more money in restoration. Depending on what you what from the truck, in the end, rust could affect the cost immensely. Prevent rust with these steps to keep things strong and safe on your truck.

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3. Check the glass.

Replacing the glass in an old Ford pickup is expensive. Survey the damage before purchasing the truck. Be sure to be thorough. Check ALL of the glass to derive a realistic estimation on repairs. Even the littlest crack from spider out of control if you are not careful with the windshield. Here is a helpful how-to on replacing the windshield on your Ford truck.

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4. Check for dry rot.

Thoroughly inspect the interior of the cabin. If you come across any cracks, large or small, feel the interior of it to check for moisture. If you notice any discoloration while inspecting materials, especially if it is around one of the cracks then you most likely have dry rot.

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5. Rule out any electrical hackery.

Electrical issues in an old Ford truck can be hellish to fix. Purchasing a vintage truck with a solid electrical system is a big boost in restoration. Again, it all depends on what you plan to put into the vehicle. Borrowing a multimeter to gauge how bad the electrical problem is with the truck is necessary. If you wish to get a full look at the condition of the system then a trip to a mechanic is definitely in order.

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For information on maintenance and repairs, visit our How-To section in Ford-Trucks.com!

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