Vintage Ford 4X4, Red, 390 V8, Fuel Injection, Auto, Clean F250

This truck gets the job done. Big, strong, killer look; this 1976 Ford F-250 Highboy is ready to work, play, or just take you just about anywhere you want to go, thanks to 4-wheel-drive and a great-running, fuel-injected 390 big block V8 under the hood. Handsome good looks don't hurt, either. I don't know about you, but we think that bright red paint job has the right look for a Highboy and it works really well on... the truck's neatly creased sheetmetal, which has benefited from spending time under the warm Texas sun. Still showing some of the '60s detailing but with a forward look that would stay with Ford for a generation, this '76 is a neat example of the evolution of the pickup truck. The front chrome clip it sports now was borrowed from a '78-'79 model, but we love the larger headlight set-up and the grille insert is one of Ford's simplest yet strongest designs. It's been repainted and the bright red looks great and it's always the right choice on a vintage pickup if you're looking to attract attention. It's got a nice shine and luster and glistens when going down the road. Also note the embossed trim that runs from nose to tail on each side, the chrome wheel well moldings, and the oversized mirrors that are great for pulling a trailer and give it an old-school heavy-duty look. The chrome bumpers are new (get a look at that big-boy out back!), the stainless has been properly maintained, and a full plastic bedliner and toolbox means that this hauler is still ready to do some work when it's needed. But you'll definitely think twice before you get this one dirty. The black interior with durable vinyl upholstery doesn't stray too far from this truck's working-class roots, and that's OK. That's a fresh replacement seat cover and it works well with the painted interior and simple door panels. The rest is a nice blend of original and aftermarket, including the stock 3-box instrument panel and three auxiliary gauges installed to the left of the glove box. The aftermarket AM/FM/Bluetooth head unit in the center of the dash powers the subwoofers behind the seat, and if you want to share the boom with the crowds, pop open the sunroof and let everyone jam out. The transmission is an automatic on the column, so it's easy to shift into position and relax, and the floor lever in the center controls the 2-speed transfer case so you really can go just about anywhere with it. There's also a wrapped original steering wheel for further comfort, but it blends in pretty well and doesn't detract from the vintage look. Overall, the truck retains its OEM flavor, but the comfort and convenience items make it a pleasure to drive. The engine is a freshly rebuilt, burly 390 cubic inch V8, and the engine bay looks incredibly clean and detailed, especially the engine itself, which wears fresh Ford Blue paint. There are a lot of new components that help with both performance and reliability, including a FiTech fuel injection system that sits atop the intake manifold, plus new tune-up parts everywhere you look like the plug wires, coil, and distributor cap. A motor this size needs to stay cool, and the huge aluminum radiator with twin electric fans does exactly that. An open element chrome air cleaner gives it a sporty look that's right on a big block like this plus a dual exhaust system with Flowmaster mufflers sounds suitably powerful. The aforementioned C6 automatic and transfer case power a set of heavy-duty axles, including a durable rear-end out back, so you don't have to worry about breakage. The chassis is like the engine bay, original but in very good condition while showing off its southern roots, and with the beefy 4x4 suspension, it does look heavy-duty enough for anything. Shiny polished aluminum wheels certainly help with the showstopper look, as do those giant 285/75/16 all-terrain tires that really set it off. Vintage trucks are red hot, offering V8 power and practicality you can't get anywhere else. Few offer the combination of handsome good looks and go-anywhere capabilities this recently restored Ford Highboy provides, making it a great choice for your garage. These don't come up for sale too often, and never last long. Call today!