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Ford F-100 Flathead V8 1941

General description : STEEL TRUCK, STRONG 239 FLATHEAD V8, 3-SPEED, GREAT DRIVER/PRICED-TO-MOVE!!!

1941 was a very good year for the auto industry and it seems like they just couldn't make a bad-looking vehicle that year. This 1941 Ford pickup takes all the timeless styling cues from the 1940 Ford passenger cars (and you know how awesome those are) and adds a practical bed to create one of the best-looking pickups of all time.
I don't think this cool little pickup quite counts as a hot rod, but it certainly has a hot rod look with the satin black finish on the lower half of the body. At Ford, trucks took the front-end styling of the previous year's passenger car models, so the 1941 pickup is the spitting image of the 1940 Ford Deluxe, V-shaped grille, teardrop headlights, everything. The result is a classic look that remains popular with hobbyists of all ages. The satin black paint was applied professionally, so it's not a home-done rattle can job, and while it shows a few signs of use the sheetmetal underneath is in good shape and wears the black paint easily. No hack work, no ripples or obvious issues, just a clean old truck that has been properly driven and enjoyed. It's all steel, too, which is getting harder to find all the time, and all the bright trim is still in place, although it has been painted silver for a low-maintenance old school look. The bed has been channeled a bit lower over the frame, and the raised bed floor is full of black plywood with contrasting red strips. Like the rest of the truck, it's nice but not so perfect that you're afraid to actually use it. You'll also note the gas tank has been relocated under the rear of the bed, a smart safety upgrade.
It remains almost entirely stock inside, too, with the same kind of respect for the past that the bodywork shows. The original bench was covered with a plain black long-grain vinyl cover so it's durable and low maintenance. Metal door panels and rubber mats continue that theme. Factory gauges are original and in very good condition for their age, and we suspect that even the paint on the dash might be vintage 1941. The big steering wheel makes it easy to muscle the pickup around and the long shifter rows through the three-speed manual gearbox without any effort. It's definitely low tech, but that's the point of an old pickup, isn't it? Just get in and enjoy and don't worry, it doesn't need to be fast to be fun.
Power comes from a familiar 239 cubic inch Ford flathead V8 that was rated at about 100 horsepower in 1941. With plenty of torque and great V8 sounds, it's a great fit for a mild-mannered truck like this. It's not detailed for show, although it looks great with appropriate Ford Green engine enamel, a correct Stromberg 97 carburetor, and even a generator on top. Much of the wiring appears to be new and the big radiator up front quells any fears of flathead fever. It has a fresh tune up and the entire fuel system was rebuilt, and there's a new battery to fire it up. Underneath, the 3-speed manual transmission feeds the factory banjo-style rear end, while the front suspension remains totally stock, right down to the transverse leaf spring. It's got a snarky exhaust note that's just about right for a flathead and steel wheels with hubcaps carry 195/65/15 front and 235/75/15 rear radials that give it just a bit of a rake.
This is a really neat truck, done the way you'd want it, all for a very reasonable price. Given the values on the passenger car versions, it won't be a surprise to see a SOLD sign on this one very soon. Call today!

Features : Vinyl Interior

https://www.streetsideclassics.com/vehicles/4502-atl/1941-ford-truck

1941 Ford F-100 Flathead V8 is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Lithia Springs by Streetside Classics for $24995.

 

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Car type : Car Make : Ford Model : F-100 Model Version : Flathead V8 Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1941 Sub type : Pick up Location : Atlanta

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About Ford
Ford, founded in 1902, has arguably changed the history of automotive world more than any other car manufacturer by introducing the first people's car Model T in 1908. They had produced more than 15 million cars by the end of the production in 1927, by which T had become obsolete.

Ford launched the first low priced V8 engine powered car in 1932. 1932 V8 was an instant hit with superior handling and performance to many far more expansive cars of the day. No wonder 32 V8 Ford has become such a favourite among hot rodders around the world with 32 Deuce coupe as their icon.

During the war Ford completely shut down civilian vehicle production to dedicate all its resources to the Allied war efforts (1942-45) They used to build B-24 bombers, aircraft engines, jeeps, M-4 tanks, military trucks and Bren-gun carriers and more than 30,000 super-charged Rolls Royce Merlin V-12 engines for Mosquito and Lancaster bombers as well as P-51 Mustang fighters. After the war Ford cars in the USA got bigger and flashier along with their competitors. In the 60's Ford was back in the forefront again when introducing their commercial hit Mustang in 1964. Mustang was so popular the competition had to follow Ford's example and the ponycar phenomenon took over the US. Over the years the ponies grew some muscles until the oil crisis kill finally killed them off.

In the sixties Ford rushed into international motor sports scene with a fury. After unsuccessful Ferrari takeover, when Enzo Ferrari had cut the deal off with Henry Ford II making the latter absolutely boil with fury, Ford turned to Lola in UK to produce a Ferrari beating long distance racer after. The collaboration between Ford and Lola created the mighty Ford GT40 that absolutely beat Ferrari in Le Mans 24 numerous times.

In Europe, Ford introduced some of the most epic race and rally cars of the 60's based on humble family sedans; Cortina GT, Lotus Cortina, Escort Twin Cam, and Escort 1600RS with the iconic Cosworth BDA engines.

Today classic Fords are extremely popular with enthusiasts and a great selection of classic Fords can be found for sale at www.ClassicDigest.com