Bullnose, brick nose, aero nose: which F150 generation is your favorite? There’s really no wrong answe, as every era seems to be a bit of an item these days. These trucks went from being used-up workhorses to sought-after collectibles if found in survivor-grade condition, like this 1995 F150 XLT 2WD listed here on eBay. The seller claims this truck retains the unique qualities of a vehicle that’s never been torn apart or otherwise altered, highlighting the fact that the original paint still shines and the doors still shut with a satisfying “thunk.”
What is a quality door slam worth to you? Well, to some bidders, it’s already worth over $13,000. The F150 is desirable not only for its clean condition but also because it’s a short wheelbase model, and it’s equipped with the venerable 5.0L V8 powerplant. Throw in two-wheel drive and you have the markings of a terrific cruiser that will be dirt-cheap to maintain. The two-tone blue paint is an attractive combo and the polished wheels look sharp. too. This F150 likely never entered into workhorse territory, as a truck that was regularly abused wouldn’t present this well.
Now, about the quality of the door latching: this is a big deal to many enthusiasts, myself included. The seller highlights it here as it’s a unique attribute of a vehicle that has never been taken apart, for a stereo install or a tear-down by a bodyshop following a collision. The car I’ve owned the longest is a 1987 BMW 325is, and in my younger days, I swapped interior color schemes at least twice that I can recall. In doing so, I destroyed some of that “factory feel” in terms of door panels, hardware, and vapor barriers all being in the right place – a sensation I’ve yet to re-create after finally going back to the factory interior.
Even the underhood engine light still works! While the seller acknowledges you’re going to find a few flaws here and there, this is by-and-large an absolutely beautiful truck. The bidders seem to agree, and the price that buyers are willing to place on un-messed with examples continues to increase with no regard to what a price guide says. The F150 has come into its own as a vehicle that many enthusiasts covet when found in pristine condition, and I suspect this one will clear $15,000 before the auction ends.
Nice truck. Since this is the most desired cab/bed configuration the bidding will go higher. Last time it was listed the high bid was in excess of $21,000, though the transaction wasn’t completed, the time before that bidding was in excess of $15,000 but didn’t meet reserve. If the seller could wait until spring there is a good chance it would sell for more. I hope bidding remains strong, it’s a well written ad with good pictures, that is becoming rare in todays market.
Steve R
Yep wait till spring for more money.
Old saying, never sell a bike or boat in winter, and never buy either in summer.
When in today’s F150 market, you can’t get a regular cab shorty for under $45,000? And with a strippo interior. This truck is the ticket!
You are right Big C.
Go look and see what 15K buys you today. Nothing as clean as this one.
Did I just overlook it, or was mileage not mentioned?
I bought my 1995 xl standard cab shortbox 4×4 last February. It is very nice rust free truck from Oregon. It’s a no frills truck with a 302 and auto trans. 124,000 original miles and runs perfectly. Paid $13,000 which included delivery from Oregon to Wisconsin.
I love the truck. Cheap to maintain and insure.
Very similar to my ’95 F150 XLT short bed except mine has a 5-speed. I’ve owned mine since 1999 and while it has more miles on it than the one featured here, the original 302 runs very well. I drive it every day and intend to keep it especially as it’s been paid for since I bought it used in ’99 and paid cash for it. It’s a great truck that’s dependable, fun to drive and a good looking pickup. Best thing is the ’92 to 96 models are appreciating in value every year.
I own a 95 F-150. A real strippo, 6cyl, manual trans, power steering and brakes, manual everything else.
Beware, these are really easy to steal, and often are. Mine was. Fortunately it was recovered and I elected to keep it. The thief roughed it up a little but didn’t wreck it.
After a few trips to the pick-ur part I saw several F-150’s which must have also been theft recoveries as they were not wrecked. Be forewarned.
I have a 93 xl with a 300 6 cyl in rust free, 87,000 miles auto, bought it new it drives like the day I bought it, the truck is green and its a short bed, the air still works, it is a beautiful looking truck there is so many people that wants to buy it, I will never sell it
I’ve also got a ’93 XLT long bed. I bought it in 2013 with 175,000 miles. It now has 281,000 miles. You just can’t kill that big (4.9 L) six. Mine is fairly loaded with a/c pwr steering, auto tranny. and disc brakes up front. Fortunately being a Nevada/Arizona truck there’s not a spot of rust anywhere on the truck
This truck is a keeper for sure. My Ford pickup is a short bed 1940 with the smooth running flathead V8. No power steering, brakes, seats, locks, or windows. They weren’t even invented yet. Driving it is a very different experience in comparison to my 2011 F150 XLT supercrew 4×4.
Every time I click on this website, it intrigues me enough to want to buy the highlighted vehicle.