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1955 ford f-100 ready to be customized with a 1957 Thunderbird Y-8 engine

Location: Hayward, California, United States
Condition: Used
Make: Ford
Model: F-100
Type: Cab & Chassis
Trim: base
Year: 1955
Mileage: 36385
VIN: F10V5R26518
Color: Gray
Engine size: Y-8
Number of cylinders: 8
Fuel: Gasoline
Transmission: Manual
Drive type: RWD
Interior color: Red
Drive side: Left-hand drive
Vehicle Title: Clear

1955 Ford F-100 base Description

I'm selling my Ford F100 Truck that has been worked on from the frame up. Only needs paint job and the cab interior to complete it. Love this truck but can't take it with me to my new place in Nebraska. I'll list what has been done and what needs to be done to make it your perfect Truck for you. Body is straight and has no rust rot. From the pictures it only has some surface rust from not having its paint sealed. Was planning on painting it it's original color of lightbaby blue with the fenders black. But won't have the time or space to do the work. Pictures are from when I bought the Truck in February 2018. Will updated photos on soon rain stops.
Done:
Brand new set of firestone Indy 500 tires
Front Disc brakes
Power assist steering
new radiator with electric fan and cover
new vintage wire harness
Converted to 12 volt system
new alternator
updated Gauges to work with 12v systemLED dash lights
new gas tank and fuel sender unit
Replaced driver side window glass and guide trim
have Passenger side glass and trim to be installed
all screws and bolts have been replaced with stainless steel
Frame and under body has been painted to prevent rusting
new muffler system, loud
has a tow hitch package
new 12v light switch
electric wind shield wipers
All lights and turn signals work
has all chrome pieces and badges
new Shocks
Brake master cylinder has been updated for the disc brakes.
has new door access cover and hinge covers
new battery
seat belts installed, also have the middle belt parts if want to install it.hood opens up forward instead of from the rear.All new weather striping and body rubber
Power plant:
Has A 1957 THUNDERBIRD y-8 Engine with variable values and the original 3 speed manual with overdrive. (rare). Shifter is on the column.
Only has 36,385 miles on the TruckNo fluid leaks from engine or transmission
Registered till 8/2019 in California, ready to drive off with it's new owner.
What needs to be done:
Paint of course, The original color of the truck is baby blue, but the previous owner started to paint it fire red.
needs the bed replace with it's traditional wood bed, I have used plywood till I paint the truck.
Needs interior done light, I have the door panels, kicker panels. Needs roof panel, dome light, carpet, and visors.
The previous owner removed the heater core from the truck, but I still have it if you want to install it. will need a 12v fan or a 6v reducer for it to work.
Have plenty of spare parts and screws for the truck.
I also will include the original user manual and all shop manuals. Also a truck cover.

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