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£29,262
1949 Ford F-1 Pickup
US • 7 Oct 2026
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1949 Ford F-1 pickup, nicknamed "Chester," features a refreshed interior, repainted exterior in Vermillion, and a replacement 239ci flathead V8 engine. Notable custom touches include a white oak bed floor and stakes, and a hand-crafted pine toolbox, adding significant character and value.
Condition
7
The truck has undergone restoration and has had several components replaced or overhauled. However, there is an oil drip when parked, and the odometer reading is noted as TMU (total mileage unknown), indicating some mechanical wear and potential for further maintenance.
/ 10
60,000 miles
98RC421432
1949
Auction
Manual
LHD
United States
Description
TMU 239ci Flathead V8 Three-Speed Manual Transmission Vermillion Paint Tan Vinyl Upholstery 16" Steel Wheels w/Bright Hubcaps White Oak Bed Floor & Side Stakes Hand-Crafted Pine Toolbox Dual Exhaust w/ Glasspack Mufflers Cowl-Mounted Spotlight This 1949 Ford F-1 pickup, nicknamed, “Chester,” was restored under prior ownership, at which time it was fitted with a replacement 239ci flathead V8.
Additionally, the exterior was repainted, the interior was refreshed, and the brakes were overhauled.
The 16″ steel wheels feature chrome accents, and additional notable features include a white oak bed floor and side stakes, a hand-crafted pine toolbox, running boards, a cowl-mounted spotlight, and a dual exhaust system with glasspack mufflers.
This F-1 pickup is offered with a fire extinguisher, a Big Beam spotlight, spare parts, 1950s magazines, and a Massachusetts title in the seller’s name.
The truck is finished in Vermillion, and exterior details include chrome bumpers, black-finished run...
Price Analysis vs Other F1 Pickups
£3,600
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£26,769
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£172,797
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