This 1966 Ford F100 Custom pickup clearly shows us that even back in the '60s, there were people for whom trucks were more than simple tools. With a comfortable interior, flashy two-tone paint, and no signs of hard labor in its past, this truck is still an inviting driver for the guy who expects more from his trucks than just the basics. The two-tone paint is the first giveaway that this truck was intended to do more than haul stuff for a living. Code LM on the door tag means Wimbledon White over Holly Green, and the refinished surfaces on this truck stay true to the original formula. By 1966, Ford realized that style could help sell trucks as much as towing capacity, so it looks quite stylish today, combining a sleek fleetside bed with dramatic body lines that give it a muscular, competent look. The sheetmetal is extremely straight, particularly on those long bed sides that must have taken a month each to block out. Modern paint technology ensures a brilliant shine, and careful masking makes the line between the two colors crisp and sharp. The Custom upgrade added quite a bit of brightwork, including that big grille and the stainless side trim, and this truck wears fresh chrome on both the front and rear bumpers. The bed might have seen a few trips to Home Depot, but it's solid, rust-free, and includes a removable rubber mat, just in case. Custom trim gave you a few upgrades inside as well, including the comfortable cloth bench seat that was definitely a step up from vinyl. The new seat cover seems to do a pretty good impersonation of the original upholstery, and the light green is inviting, not industrial. Handsome door panels add a splash of style and there' a map pocket on the driver's side. The instrument panel is far flashier than you'd expect in a pickup, including engine-turned inserts and a full complement of gauges with easy-to-read markings. The steering wheel is typical of the period with a delicate horn ring and cool cast-in details, and you should brush up on your shifting for the column-mounted 3-speed transmission. An original AM radio remains in the dash, and a newer rubber mat on the floor, just in case it needs to get back to work. Ford's 352 cubic inch V8 is a great choice in this pickup, offering plenty of power to get the work done and plenty of performance out on the open road. It's been cleaned and recently painted so it looks good, but it's not really intended to be a show piece. The good news is that things like the air cleaner, valve covers, and other components are original, so has a very period-correct look overall. Underneath, the chassis is straight and solid, with only a few recent mud splashes detracting from the extremely clean presentation. A dual exhaust system with glasspack-style mufflers gives it a muscle car sound and there's an indestructible 9-inch rear out back. Newer 235/75/15 whitewall radials proudly wear standard Ford hubcaps that add to the upscale look. Despite millions being built, these are some of the less common trucks. With collectors catching on that old trucks are great fun, this one probably won't last long. Call today! This vehicle is located in our Charlotte showroom. For more information, please call (704) 598-2130 or toll free (866) 542-8392.
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