The idea of a collectible workhorse truck is a paradox of sorts: in one sense, how can something that was intended to be used somewhat mercilessly be treated like a collector’s item; in another, given how many were likely abused and junked, a workhorse that survived should be considered a collectible. This 1995 Ford F-150 features the durable 4.9L inline-six paired with a 5-speed manual transmission and a long bed, which makes it pretty much the poster child for a rig bought for working. However, it’s still equipped with a variety of cosmetic and convenience features that make it suitable as a classic daily. Find it here on eBay with bids sitting at $5,100 and the reserve unmet.
Looking sharp with its two-tone “Tucson Bronze and Desert Copper Clearcoat Metallic” paint, the F-150 was clearly ordered with some level of owner involvement. Beyond the paint scheme, the mudflaps, chrome bumpers, 15-inch deep-dish wheels, a color-match sun visor, and side steps (among many other options) suggests that the original owner spent a long time with the sales rep getting this F-150 ordered to his exact specifications. The mechanical bits are fairly robust, too, as the original owner opted for the trailer package, dual fuel tanks, skid plates, and more. Also, check out those rear fog lights.
Interestingly, this F-150 sold in December on Bring A Trailer, with that listing available here. The sale price was a respectable $11,800, with nothing noted in the comments regarding a no-sale. The photos are the same, so either the winning party didn’t follow through with the purchase, or the party that won the auction sees an opportunity to sell it for more with the spring season around the corner. Regardless, they bought a good truck, as the interior is near spotless and the paint looks just as clean inside the door jams as it does on the exterior surfaces. Clearly, this F-150 has been loved by its previous caretakers.
The inline-six is one of Ford’s most legendary engines. Paired to a five-speed manual transmission and a dual-range transfer case, the Ford produces around 145 horsepower and 265 lb.-ft. of torque. The only deviation from stock is an open-element air filter, which really does nothing but produce excessive noise. The color scheme, condition, and unkillable drivetrain make this F-150 a stellar specimen in a market full of used-up trucks, but whenever you see a vehicle recently sold at auction pop back up for sale, it does make you wonder what happened. From where we’re sitting, this looks like a solid truck that will be cheap to run and likely hold its value well.
This looks like a fantastic truck. Very nicely optioned too love the fact it has the 300 with a 5 speed. And great seeing the lever shifted transfer case too. I always liked this style rims on Fords from this era too, really dresses up the truck nicely, great color combination too. Hope it goes to a good home and gets the same care thats been given it all these years.
I agree with Dave, as usual, this was the best that a Ford pickup got. It was probably the most advanced 4×4, quite a difference from the old “NAPCO” days. The poor strangled 300 here was at the end of its glorious run, ’96 being the last. Like the other dated in-line 6s of the era, there simply was nothing better, but they never asked for any of this. The fuel injection helped tremendously over the carb versions I had, but not without a cost. F.I. was still in its infancy, and had its problems. I had a friend with a truck just like this, 4×4, 300, 5 speed, we’re riding along, he wants to pass, downshifts, get this,,,puts the turn signal on, and the engine sputters to the tune of the turn signal. I said, what the heck was that? He said, yeah, a short somewhere causes the F.I. to cut out, the dealer can’t find it,,nice, my carb models may have gotten crummy mileage, but never did that. $5 grand,,$FIVE GRAND??? Oh boy, that’s a shock, as much of one as the $40,000 4 door Chevelle, but what’s the deterrent here? That’s right, the stick. Too bad, so many will miss out on a really nice truck.
It just sold a few months ago for $11,800…………..It’s a nice truck but, I don’t see the seller recouping that. This is a nice truck and I would pay $7k-$8k, no more. I would use it to run errands to Lowes, haul stuff to the landfill, or tow a small boat. Too bad it’s on the wrong coast.
This is the 3rd time the seller has run it through eBay. The first time it has a set price of $15,999, the second time it had a high bid of $10,100 but didn’t meet reserve, this time the high bid currently sits at $6,925 with 17 hours left.
Steve R
Nice truck mine is a 93 with the 5.0 and fewer miles so I will stick with it
Glitz-O–Rama
As usual Steve R has done his homework. $12,000 seems about right to me but who knows these days. The price to acquire trucks like this is a bargain compared to late models. Personally, I don’t even want a new truck. As long as my 1999 Dodge keeps trucking I will stick with it. I wonder if this truck will sell this time around.
I have owned 5 of these since 68. some were F150, others were F250. They all have in common is rust. I would be very cautious of the chrome add on along the bottom of the body and the truck bed. Ford used foam rubber inside the body panels. The foam held water, you know the rest. I would be looking hard at back of that chrome add on. Most of these just stick on. Beware !, maybe be why it didn’t sell ?
I’ve got a ’93 F150 long bed with the big 6 and auto tranny. It’s got 280,000+ miles and still going strong. Not a spot of rust on it, because it’s spent it’s entire life in NV and AZ
A great engine/transmission combo. An ’87 -’88 year were the best. Less “EPA” involvement with those years. Keep the oil changed and the engine will out live you. With 4.10 gears and the 5 speed it will pull anything you want with ease. (I say 4.10 because people are always wanting to put larger tires on the trucks)
I have to agree with Dave and Howard, This is a fantastic truck. I think the owner is trying to flip it at a profit?? Which is unlikely as he paid close to top dollar.. This vehicle will make someone a very good back up daily driver, weekend work horse, that he can show or take to Cars & Coffee with pride. What is wrong with a manual transmission?? My grand children can drive them!!! Basically because their father taught them. He drives an 06 VW Jetta diesel 5 speed daily.
Same here Brocky, we both can drive a stick and we taught our kids how to drive a stick from the beginning. If they choose to have an automatic, fine, but at least they have the skill set in case they need it.
I did the same thing. My daughter learned at 9 years old on my FJ40. And my son learned doing burnouts on my turbo Mustang. Many times when my daughter was working at the body shop in high-school. She was the only one there that drove a stick. So she got to drive all the hot cars to the alignment shop!
The masses have spoken, RNM at $9600. If this dealer wants to sell this truck, he’s going to have to take one on the chin.