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Ford Serie 01C Pickup (1940)

Ford Series 01C Pickup from 3rd hand Partially restored Appraisal Note 2+ (1940)
Type of auction
With reserve
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Ends at
02.12.2024 19:30
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Best offer
18.500 €
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Price
27.500 €
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Lucas Bechtold
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Overview

Manufacturer Ford
Model Serie 01C Pickup
Year 1940
TransmissionManual
Horsepower86
Milage
189.632 mi
Not or only partially comprehensible.
Country VersionUS
Location DE-38350 Helmstedt
Color Gray

Vehicle description

Highlights and general information

For sale is a 1940 Ford Series 01C pickup truck in gray with a burgundy leather interior.

Highlights:

  • With TÜV & H license plate in good overall condition
  • Expert opinion from 09/2024 with a grade of 2+
  • A new service was carried out in September 2024
  • Restored in the USA approx. 20 years ago
  • Owned by the seller since 2016
  • In 2016: new cylinder head and conversion to electric ignition
  • Brake system as good as new
  • With radio

General information about the vehicle

  • Year of construction: 1940
  • First registration: USA, 07/1940
  • Location: 38350 Helmstedt, Germany
  • Number of vehicle owners: unknown (owned by the seller since 2016)
  • Restored
  • Duty paid
  • Accident-free in current ownership
  • Licensed
  • H license plate
  • TÜV until 05/25
  • Ready to drive immediately

Model history

The 1940 Ford Pickup is more than just a vehicle - it embodies American ingenuity and the unshakeable spirit of the working class. A testament to a glorious era of industrial history, it continues to captivate collectors and car enthusiasts to this day. Manufactured by the iconic Ford Motor Company, this rugged pickup stood for durability and performance, especially at a time when America was on the verge of profound change. What is particularly fascinating is that some of these trucks were used by the military during the Second World War, adding an extra dimension to their historical value.

The facts

Exterior & Interior:

  • Exterior color: Grey
  • Interior with wine-red leather upholstery
  • Tailgate has been repainted

Engine and transmission:

  • 3.6-liter V8 engine with 86 hp
  • Manual gearbox
  • Last engine service 09/2024

Mileage:

  • 189,632 mi (read off)
  • The mileage can be partially traced
  • No checkbook available

Documentation:

  • Vehicle documents, TÜV and service reports, invoices, expert opinion (2024, grade 2+)

Tires, brakes, body & underbody:

  • Tires: 70-90%
  • Brakes: as good as new
  • Bodywork: acceptable condition
  • Underbody: acceptable condition - slight rust film
  • Please take a look at the photo gallery and videos to gain further insight into the condition of the vehicle

Known defects

  • Several paint chips on the hood
  • Scratches on right fender
  • Passenger door with slight crack in the paint
  • Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insight into the vehicle's condition

Summary of the vehicle

With the Ford Series 01C pickup, a part of American automobile history is offered here. It was first registered in July 1940. The pickup is presented in an elegant color scheme consisting of a grey exterior combined with a wine-red leather interior. It should be mentioned that there are several visual defects, but these hardly detract from the overall (historic) appearance. The pickup is equipped with a current MOT, an H license plate and a German registration. Furthermore, the pickup was restored in the USA around 20 years ago and has a certificate dated 09/2024 with a grade of 2+. In short, a beautiful and very rare vehicle with a historic character is up for auction here.

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Kickdown check

  • Expert report available
  • Kickdown photographer was on site
  • Video of the vehicle available
  • Main inspection
  • Matching numbers
  • Current service performed

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