Two-tone paint schemes were all the rage for pickup trucks back in the 1990s. I should know, because my own F-Series has the same idea. Check out this rig:
The Pick of the Day is a 1997 Ford F-250 XLT 4×4 listed for sale on ClassicCars.com by a private seller in Beaverdam, Virginia. (Click the link to view the listing)
The Toreador Red (code FN) and Light Opal Metallic (code WO) colors make for a complementary display, and the truck has a set of color-matched side steps for ease of entry. Standout features that caught my eye include auxiliary LED lights in the lower grille, an optional sliding rear window, a tonneau cover, and a spray-in bedliner. All of those are both attractive and functional items, adding to the versatility of an already capable pickup.
According to the photos, the interior is nicely kept for a vehicle that is 28 years old with 127,224 miles on the odometer. The seats are upholstered in gray leather, and a modern Pioneer sound system has been installed. Otherwise, the switchgear is straightforward, and thanks to the extended-cab layout with a fold-down center front seat, the truck can accommodate up to six passengers in relative comfort.
Building on the same fundamental chassis architecture that first launched in 1980, the 1992-through-1997 models marked the ninth generation of the popular Ford F-Series. When compared to previous full-sized Ford pickups, the front fascia’s lines were rounded for a more aerodynamic look. Enthusiasts call these the “OBS,” or Old Body Style, trucks.
Power comes from a 7.3-liter Power Stroke direct-injected turbodiesel V8 mated to an automatic transmission. Ford rated the engine at 235 horsepower and 525 lb-ft of torque when new. The seller says that upgrades include a Swamp’s Diesel injection driver, an S&B cold-air intake, and an MBRP Performance four-inch exhaust system. The listing also calls out some of the recent service items that have been carried out: “Two new batteries and full fluid and filter service was done a few months ago.” The dual fuel tanks were reportedly replaced in 2021 and can be selected via a toggle switch on the dashboard.
Form and function go hand-in-hand with this clean machine. If you are in need of a workhorse, why not have it be a classic with a tasteful two-tone paint scheme?
The asking price is $41,000 or best offer.
To view this listing on ClassicCars.com, truck it over to Pick of the Day.