134020 / 1957 Ford F100

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A lifetime of dedicated service should be rewarded and, for a few chosen trucks, a leisurely retirement of cruise-ins and show fields awaits. This '57 Ford F100 is one of those privileged few. Fresh out of a frame-up restoration, the truck has been given an entirely new demeanor without straying far from its roots. Featuring a 223cid inline six, three-speed manual transmission, and a great vintage vibe that simply can't be recreated, this is a standout Ford for those who love fifties design, sixties hot-rodding, and the timeless combination of the two.
Looking at the truck today, it certainly doesn't look like something that would've been on the road over 50 years ago. Originally solid red, the exceptionally straight body now wears a two-tone black and white paint scheme that fits the truck's styling perfectly. A thin red pinstripe divides the colors, adding an eye-catching detail. The paintwork presents well with no notable flaws present. Panel fitment is equally above average with consistent gaps all around the truck.
Pop the hood on this F100 and a correct 223cid inline six cylinder fills in the space between the fenders. The block itself wears an EBP-6015-H casting number above the pan rail, identifying it as a period-correct 1957 block. From the intake manifold to the oil pan, all the major components wear a fresh coat of Ford Blue. At the top, a compact air cleaner cover conceals a vintage Holley two-barrel carburetor with a glass bowl. To the left, a chrome Ford-branded valve cover gives the bay a few extra style points. Turn the key and the 223 comes to life with its distinctive six-cylinder gurgle.
Put the truck on a lift and you'll find a rugged undercarriage supporting the truck. In the center, a reliable three-speed manual transmission channels power down the driveshaft to a Ford 9-inch rear end. Around the drivetrain, the simple factory suspension relies on leaf springs and fresh KYB shocks at all four corners. The brakes have been upgraded to a dual master cylinder setup which feeds a four-wheel drum configuration. Cragar S/S wheels and Firestone redline tires connect the chassis to the road.
Open the doors of this ex-workhorse and a simple but stylish interior centers on a black bench seat with a matching headliner and door panels. The stock steel dash hosts vintage Ford instrumentation, pull switches for the accessories and a unique round-face AM radio.
With its period-correct charm, this Ford goes beyond a simple OEM restoration, creating the kind of mildly custom truck you may have seen emerge in the 1960s. If you're ready to add a unique hauler to your collection, call, click or visit: rkmotorscharlotte.com for more information on this awesome '57 Ford F100.

[@retroolschool]

Outstanding job! Even more surprising was that the 6 cylinder was kept and restored. 90% of guys would have put an old or modern V8 in this truck!

[@justinjohnston8704]

I had to watch this. I have a original color scheme black, and white 59.

[@bretdocculpepper8233]

Great looking, though the Engine colour should be Factory Ford Red for the, '57-'60 Orphan Years Trucks , not the Mid '60s Factory Ford Blue.

[@ArthurSperotto]

Hahahahahaha I gotcha... It's nice to keep it original.

[@ArthurSperotto]

In line 6?!?! Oh come on!!

[@marklangston7710]

you could put a 292 y-block v-8 in it and keep it original.