Built by Kreative Images, this Coyote-Swapped 1955 Ford Panel Van features a 4R70W trans, 9" Ford rear end, a wooden floor, and a custom leather interior!
Perfect Combination
Over the years, we've seen our fair share of Coyote-swapped vintage Ford models, though we certainly never get tired of them, either. There's just something extra appealing about combining modern mechanicals with vintage styling, and that combination once again proves to be a winner in this gorgeous 1955 Ford panel van.
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Unique Treatment
This wicked 1955 Ford panel van was built by the folks at Kreative Images out of Newberg, Oregon, and is owned by Ralph and Carolyn Roll. It features a truly unique exterior, for starters, one that's been completely smoothed out in every way, and covered in Root Beer Brown paint to help it stand out.
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Smooth Job
Take a peek under the forward-tilt hood, and one will find the aforementioned 5.0-liter Coyote V8, which in this case has been dressed to the nines with custom painted parts that perfectly frame it in the smoothed-out engine bay.
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More Power
The modern powerplant doesn't seem to feature any sort of modifications, but is certainly more powerful than anything available in this panel van from the factory. It's also mated to the 4R70W automatic transmission and a 9-inch Ford rear end for easy cruising.
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Cushy Cabin
Inside the cabin, the owners will certainly be riding around in total comfort as well, thanks to a thoroughly modern cabin designed and executed by Gabe's Custom Interiors. Everything in sight is finished in a contrasting brown leather, and flanked by all the modern amenities one would expect to find in a top-notch restomod.
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Attention to Detail
Open the rear doors, and one will find that the cargo area is also highly detailed with a wooden floor and chrome trim, coupled with a fuel filler cap. Obviously, no one will be tossing their junk back there anymore, at least, but it's a nice touch, regardless.
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Future Award Winner
This stellar build is capped off by a set of 18-inch Schott wheels wrapped with Nitto tires, giving it the perfect blend of old and new in terms of appearances. It's a true stunner of a panel van for certain, and one that will certainly acquire its fair share of hardware at any number of upcoming shows.
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