I admit that I once didn’t understand the appeal of Pickups. However, a past employer supplied me with one as a company car, and I quickly became a convert. I was impressed by the sheer versatility of these vehicles, while later examples like this 1990 Ford F250 XLT Lariat combine that trait with a healthy level of creature comforts. This classic is an unrestored survivor, and while it isn’t perfect, it is a tidy vehicle with a healthy and potent V8 under the hood. The seller has listed the F250 here on eBay in Puyallup, Washington. Bidding has reached $5,400 in a No Reserve auction, and I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder Billy bats for spotting a Pickup that offers a world of possibilities for its new owner.

Ford’s Eighth Generation F-Series graced American showroom floors from the 1987 model year until 1991. It proved a survivor, remaining in production on foreign shores until as late as 1995. Our feature vehicle is a 1990 F250 XLT Lariat, which was the range-topping offering that year. Its first owner ordered it in a combination of Medium Red and White, with the seller suggesting that the paint is original. They acknowledge a typical array of marks and imperfections, and the scuffs in the bed confirm that it isn’t a trailer queen. However, its exterior retains a healthy shine, the panels are straight, and the comprehensive array of supplied images confirms that it is rust-free. The side steps are a practical feature that will be welcomed by those of us with shorter legs, and the larger wheels and tires will enhance this classic’s off-road ability. The trim is in good order, and there are no apparent glass issues.

Buyers ordering a 1990 F250 could select from five engines to power their new purchase. This Pickup’s original owner selected the 460ci fuel-injected V8, delivering an impressive 230hp and 388 ft/lbs of torque. A four-speed automatic transmission performs shifting duties, sending the power to the road via a dual-range transfer case. This F250 should be a sterling performer in almost any setting, with the engine’s power and torque delivery allowing it to make effective use of its tow hitch. The seller doesn’t make outrageous mileage claims, with the listing indicating that this classic has clocked 95,000 miles. They state that the engine feels strong and that this classic runs and drives perfectly. It seems that flying in and driving home is a viable alternative for the winning bidder.

The color combination set by this Ford’s exterior is continued when we focus on its interior. It is dominated by Red cloth and vinyl, with most of the plastic finished in the same shade. As the range-topping XLT Lariat, cloth on the seats was standard equipment, as were the splashes of faux woodgrain. The only aspect of this interior worth criticizing is the seat, which exhibits wear on the driver’s side outer edge. Otherwise, the remaining trim is in good order, there are no carpet issues, and no visible UV damage. The luxury touches extend beyond the trim, with this F250 scoring air conditioning, power windows, power locks, cruise control, and an AM/FM radio/cassette player.

This 1990 Ford F250 XLT Lariat is a tidy survivor that its new owner can enjoy immediately. It has the power and torque to cope with almost anything, making it an undeniably versatile classic. However, the interior luxury touches guarantee that even the hardest tasks can be tackled in comfort. The only surprise for me is the relatively subdued auction action because I would typically expect a Pickup of this caliber, especially one listed with No Reserve, to have attracted more than fourteen bids in 3½ days. Recent successful sales suggest the price should at least double before the hammer falls. If it doesn’t, this F250 could be one of the bargains of 2024.