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1966 FORD F-100 'GOOD HUMOR' ICE CREAM TRUCK
Chassis No. N/A
White with blue and white cloth interior
Engine: six cylinder, 240ci., 150bhp at 4000rpm; Gearbox: column shift three speed automatic; Suspension: independent front, coil springs, shock absorbers, rear transverse leaf; Brakes: drums all around. Left hand drive.
Ford has a history for producing not only popular and economic road cars, but also rugged, capable, everyday utility vehicles. Their truck and light commercial range have been options since the early days of the company and the small business owner/manager could choose from a myriad of body styles to suit his or her needs. The F-100 series was introduced in the Spring of 1953, totally updating it's predecessor, the F-1. Now the utility had a more modern, clean look and the cab area was greatly improved (in the process, Ford won over a whole new buying market from the owner/drivers who would spend most of their day behind the wheel). Gradually through the fifties the model improved, maybe the front lights were repositioned slightly, maybe a Flareside box body was an option. By the sixties, the F-100 Platform/Stake was available alongside the Standard Pickup and both models were available in 1/2 ton, 3/4 ton or 1 ton load capacity. The 1966 model was little changed from the previous year, with just a modified emblem and new grille. Buyers could choose either the 6ft 5in or 8ft Flareside or Styleside box body, while standard features included Argent silver painted hubcaps, windshield washers and a fresh air heater/defroster.
This great looking F-100 ice cream truck is a rare survivor that is showing some signs of age and may need some minor re-commissioning before regular use again. The mileage is showing 45,000 although there is no substantiating history. The driver's cab has a blue and white striped cloth seat cushion with painted blue dash and complementing roof liner and, of course, hanging dice from the interior mirror. Externally, the truck has been repainted recently and has correct Good Humor signage on the rear side panels and cab roof. Further features include the top bells and lights. Other period markings include the No Riders sticker over the refrigeration unit and a rare presidential campaign Nixon/Lodge red and blue window sticker.
To complete the picture, the truck has its Good Humor Ice Cream Treats menu - when was the last time you had a Popsicle for 50 cents!
Chassis No. N/A
White with blue and white cloth interior
Engine: six cylinder, 240ci., 150bhp at 4000rpm; Gearbox: column shift three speed automatic; Suspension: independent front, coil springs, shock absorbers, rear transverse leaf; Brakes: drums all around. Left hand drive.
Ford has a history for producing not only popular and economic road cars, but also rugged, capable, everyday utility vehicles. Their truck and light commercial range have been options since the early days of the company and the small business owner/manager could choose from a myriad of body styles to suit his or her needs. The F-100 series was introduced in the Spring of 1953, totally updating it's predecessor, the F-1. Now the utility had a more modern, clean look and the cab area was greatly improved (in the process, Ford won over a whole new buying market from the owner/drivers who would spend most of their day behind the wheel). Gradually through the fifties the model improved, maybe the front lights were repositioned slightly, maybe a Flareside box body was an option. By the sixties, the F-100 Platform/Stake was available alongside the Standard Pickup and both models were available in 1/2 ton, 3/4 ton or 1 ton load capacity. The 1966 model was little changed from the previous year, with just a modified emblem and new grille. Buyers could choose either the 6ft 5in or 8ft Flareside or Styleside box body, while standard features included Argent silver painted hubcaps, windshield washers and a fresh air heater/defroster.
This great looking F-100 ice cream truck is a rare survivor that is showing some signs of age and may need some minor re-commissioning before regular use again. The mileage is showing 45,000 although there is no substantiating history. The driver's cab has a blue and white striped cloth seat cushion with painted blue dash and complementing roof liner and, of course, hanging dice from the interior mirror. Externally, the truck has been repainted recently and has correct Good Humor signage on the rear side panels and cab roof. Further features include the top bells and lights. Other period markings include the No Riders sticker over the refrigeration unit and a rare presidential campaign Nixon/Lodge red and blue window sticker.
To complete the picture, the truck has its Good Humor Ice Cream Treats menu - when was the last time you had a Popsicle for 50 cents!
Sale room notice
Please note chassis No. of this truck is 21354 and the engine No. is F25AE789637.