1960 Ford f-100 Pick Up Truck Rolling Body

1960 Ford F-100 Description

MODEL OVERVIEW
History of the 1957-1960 Ford F-SeriesThe all-new 1957 Ford was a landmark truck for two related reasons. First was that it had the industry’s first all-steel full width pickup box and secondly that it was offered as standard equipment. While the mid-model year version of the 1955 Chevrolet Cameo was the first regular production styled pickup, it had Fiberglas fenders over a standard cargo box—along with being the highest priced half-ton in Chevy’s lineup. The new Ford F-100 put modern styling into the hands of every working man. The Flareside step-sided box was still available for those who felt like they didn’t need fancy styling or more cargo space.

Regardless of whatever cargo box the F-100 was equipped with (or none at all), these new Fords were also a major departure with the previous F-series in having upright, squared styling that featured a wrap-around windshield, a “Driverized Cab” with integral step, and integral front fenders. Like most other manufacturers, Ford went to four headlights in 1958, but little else was changed. For 1959, Ford offered factory-installed optional four-wheel drive (previously, Ford steered owners to Marmon-Herrington to perform conversions). Also the F-100 received a redesigned front bumper, which stayed in production until 1979. The final year of this generation—1960—saw a new grille structure and new hood.

While Ford went with an all-new F-series again in 1961, the this generation didn’t entirely disappear. The original Styleside box was still available until 1963 – either as an alternative to the Unibody Styleside or required Styleside on four-wheel-drives and one-tons.

In period, wags disparagingly compared the 1957 F-100 to a rolling refrigerator. Today, however, the model is recognized as a breakthrough design that signaled the arrival of a new era in pickup fashion. Although traditional “stepside” pickups remained the popular choice for years to come, Ford's flashier Styleside, along with its copycats from Chevy and Dodge, quickly gained popularity as truck buyers became increasingly more image conscious as the ’60s rolled on.

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The all-new 1957 Ford was a landmark truck for two related reasons. First was that it had the industry’s first all-steel full width pickup box and secondly that it was offered as standard equipment. While the mid-model year version of the 1955 Chevrolet Cameo was the first regular production styled pickup, it had Fiberglas fenders over a standard cargo box—along with being the highest priced half-ton in Chevy’s lineup. The new Ford F-100 put modern styling into the hands of every working man. The Flareside step-sided box was still available for those who felt like they didn’t need fancy styling or more cargo space.

Regardless of whatever cargo box the F-100 was equipped with (or none at all), these new Fords were also a major departure with the previous F-series in having upright, squared styling that featured a wrap-around windshield, a “Driverized Cab” with integral step, and integral front fenders. Like most other manufacturers, Ford went to four headlights in 1958, but little else was changed. For 1959, Ford offered factory-installed optional four-wheel drive (previously, Ford steered owners to Marmon-Herrington to perform conversions). Also the F-100 received a redesigned front bumper, which stayed in production until 1979. The final year of this generation—1960—saw a new grille structure and new hood.

While Ford went with an all-new F-series again in 1961, the this generation didn’t entirely disappear. The original Styleside box was still available until 1963 – either as an alternative to the Unibody Styleside or required Styleside on four-wheel-drives and one-tons.

In period, wags disparagingly compared the 1957 F-100 to a rolling refrigerator. Today, however, the model is recognized as a breakthrough design that signaled the arrival of a new era in pickup fashion. Although traditional “stepside” pickups remained the popular choice for years to come, Ford's flashier Styleside, along with its copycats from Chevy and Dodge, quickly gained popularity as truck buyers became increasingly more image conscious as the ’60s rolled on.

We have here for you today a rolling body for a 1960 ford f-100 1/2 ton truck. Sold as is with a clear tittle. [please not this is a rolling body and comes with no engine or transmission. For restore only]

No tranny no transmission good for a restore project. Has some rust on the bed of the truck which is very restorable. This truck is nearly 60 years old and i repeat is for a restoration project only! Located in southern california this truck is available to be seen in person. We can accommodate and any shipping location and ship out containers every other week, Thank you for looking have a blessed day!