The classic pickup 80s American truck isn't often found in excellent condition because they are such good vehicles for hauling/dragging/moving your junk and they are cheap enough that people usually don't keep them in "show condition". However, this next example was clearly pampered and in nice shape. Find this 1989 Ford F-250 4XD XLT Lariat offered for $6900 in Hagerstown, MD via craigslist. Tip from Jeff S.
The rumors were out on the internet, but everyone assumed it was a fake. No, I'm not talking about Ben Affleck's awesome full back tattoo...no sir, I'm talking about the prototype Ford F-series pickup from the 1990s called the Predator. Find this 1993 Ford F-250 Predator Pickup offered for $20,000 in Commerce, MI via craigslist.
Anyone who has kids has either encountered this issue or will sometime in the future -- what do you let your kid drive for a first car? This week's Mid Week Match-Up request comes from Dee who asks DT's help in finding a first driver for her soon-to-be 16 year old son. His grandpa wants him to start with a 60s Beetle (like a man!) and his dad is also a car guy (had a really nice late model STI for years) but Dee isn't quite sure she is willing to let her precious cargo drive something that was designed for 1930s life expectancy or is murderously fast. Budget is flexible, but nothing new or that would spoil the kid. What do you guys suggest?
It is Wednesday, which means time for DT's favorite hump day game -- also known as Mid Week Match-Up. As the leaves fall from trees (not out here in California, we don't really have seasons...but I visited the great state of PA the other day and autumn was gorgeous!) we need to prepare for WINTER...so, it is time to pick your favorite winter vehicles. GO!
Find this 1977 Ford F-250 here on eBay bidding for $8,123 with one day to go, located in Portland, OR.
There is something undeniably good about a classic pickup truck. Good to drive? Nah...rough and slow. Good to own? Maybe. Good to look at? Yes! This is the car that you always glance over your shoulder after you park it. Find this 1970 Ford F-250 Ranger XLT Pickup here on eBay bidding for $7,400 with a few hours to go, located in Tacoma, WA.
There is something timeless and endearing about a classic American pickup. The owners/drivers don't speed like a black Audi or cut you off accidentally like a Prius -- and the simple sight of these always puts a smile on my face. I don't have an old round fender pickup in my garage, but if I did, it'd look like this 1953 Ford F-250 Pickup offered for $7,500 in Naples, FL via craigslist. Tip from Dascpcu.
Find this 1979 Ford F-250 Wild Thing here on eBay bidding for $5,000 located in Lapeer, MI with 4 days to go.
The sixth generation Ford F-series (1972-1979) featured new boxy-styled sheet metal that wasn't much different from the car it replaced, aside from the items required for safety -- but one of the biggest changes was the extensive use of galvanized thick sheet metal, which is why you see scores of these still driving on the road today. Find this 1976 Ford F-250 Highboy Ranger here on eBay bidding for $6,101 USD ($8,133 CAD...why is this on Canadian eBay??) with 5 days to go, located in Canyon, CA. Tip from Rémi.
Somebody mentioned something about a debate the other day, so I did some research and discovered that the Ford versus Chevy discussion had gone a bit nuts. This next feature is a live debate between this 1957 Ford F-250 versus this 1971 Chevrolet C20 Truck -- enjoy!!
Find this 1996 Ford F-250 XLT here on eBay bidding for $4,050 with auction ending next Wednesday at 6PM Pacific.
The Ford F-series pickup was in its seventh generation for the North American market when they introduced a diesel engine in the 1983 -- largely as a response to the success of GM's diesel which was gaining steam since its introduction in 1978. The early diesel engines were unsophisticated and gutless, and it was only with the introduction of turbocharging that they became comparable and eventually better than their gasoline counterparts. Find this 1986 Ford F250 7.3 TurboDiesel offered for $8,000 in Phoenix, AZ via craigslist.
Take a look at this 1997 Ford F-250 Extended Cab here on eBay bidding for $10,699 reserve-not-met with auction ending on Saturday.
One last quick feature before I take the kids out trick-and-treating, and this is one I wouldn't mind finding in my candy bucket. The sixth generation Ford F-series was produced from 1973 through 1979 on a chassis that was first released in 1965. It was during this generation that the F-series took the prize as the best-selling truck in America, a title it has maintained ever since. Find this 1975 Ford F-250 here on eBay
bidding for $23,000 reserve-not-met with a few hours to go, located in West Jordan, UT.
If you are in the market for a small fuel efficient truck, this next feature won't be the one for you, but if your trucking miles are limited and parking unlimited, why not get a giant dino-juice drinking triceratops from another era. Like this 1975 Ford F-250 Ranger Highboy found here on eBay
currently bidding for $10,700 reserve-not-met with 3 days to go, located in Caldwell, ID.
Classic 70s work trucks have a certain appeal when in original plain Jane (and slightly bashed up) condition, but slap a wacky graphics package on the side and they become a thousand times better. Ford offered a dealer installed graphics option called the Free Wheeling Package that added multicolored chromatic stripes, blacked out grill, and a black/silver interior with red accents. Find this 1979 Ford F-250 4X4 here on eBay
currently bidding for $10,400 with 1 day to go, located in Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada.
Where do you even begin with a car like this? The standard car blog lead-in procedure documented in ISO 9001 protocol B117 is to start with a blurb about the history of the make, marque, or model. But...do I talk about Ford, Lincoln, F-250, or Continental? All I know is that when the Kennedy grandkids get married to the Duck Dynasty nephew-kids (they met on Kentuk-e-harmony.com where the quality of your date is all relative) this is what they will drive home from the wedding. Find this 1966 Lincoln Continental Truck
currently bidding on ebay for $2,000 reserve-not-met with 5 days to go, located in Lynnfield, MA. Tip from Ignacio.
Very nice original work truck. Buddy wrote the ad, he needs the money desperately.This feature falls somewhere between a tip and a seller submission, but we'll give it the new sub mission badge because it looks sweet. Find this 1968 Ford F250 Camper Long Bed Truck offered for $2,200 in Bernal Heights, CA via craigslist.
