1955 Ford F-100 Custom Hot Rod Pickup

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

This ground-up custom build is said to have been purchased by George Forman from a local builder of hot rods and jukeboxes and utilizes a custom-fabricated frame with a General Motors front clip, a one-piece 1953-1956 Ford F-100 hood and fender assembly, and a leather-trimmed fourth-generation C/K series pickup fleetside bed. Beneath the motor-actuated hood assembly lies a small-block Chevrolet V8 with a plaque identifying the engine builder as Street & Performance Inc. in Mena, Arkansas. Reverse-hinged “suicide” doors open to reveal bucket seats, an Alpine stereo, a custom center console, and flame-embossed leather headliner and door panels. This 1955 Ford Custom Pickup stands as a testament to the artistry and passion of its creator, balancing modern amenities with classic styling.

This car is part of the George Foreman Collection, which comprises over 50 cars from the 1930s through today, with a focus on American classics and late-model sports cars.

Highlights

• Offered from The George Foreman Collection

• Custom fabricated frame with a General Motors front clip

• Fourth-generation C/K series pickup (1988-2002) fleetside bed

• Custom fabricated, one-piece 1953-1956 Ford F-100 front end

• Motor-actuated, forward-opening hood/fender assembly

• Small-block Chevrolet V8 built by Street & Performance Inc. in Mena, Arkansas

• Automatic transmission

• Reverse-hinged “suicide” doors

• Chopped roof

• C4 Corvette quad tail lights

• Finished in orange over an ivory leather interior

• Flame-embossed leather door panels, headliner, and bed lining 

• Vintage Air heating and air conditioning

• Full three-stage paint correction, detail, and battery replacement conducted by Dr. D’Tail in June 2020 at a cost of $2,070

• This 1955 Ford Custom Hot Rod Pickup is offered with the digital odometer currently showing just over 689 miles at the time of listing; however, the true mileage is unknown 

Features

• 15 inch Billet Specialties wheels 

• Custom “V8” billet grille

• Alpine stereo

• Shaved exterior door handles

• Center bolt valve covers

• Bucket seats

• Three-spoke steering wheel

• Power windows

• Custom center console

• AutoMeter 120-mph speedometer

• Stewart Warner auxiliary gauges

• Rockford Fosgate Punch P400-4 amplifier

• Dual exhaust outlets

Known Imperfections

• Please note that this lot is offered in non-running condition after being stored without operation in a climate-controlled facility for at least 10 years. As a result, it will benefit from additional mechanical attention before being driven to address any imperfections associated with long-term storage or individual preferences. Bidders are encouraged to review the Additional Documents section of each lot for any recent mechanical service rendered to help return certain vehicles to running condition. Additionally, bidders should carefully review the photos of each lot in the collection, which may highlight the oxidation of metal components certain vehicles sustained as the result of a garage fire caused by a golf cart battery in March 2019. Although none of the vehicles sustained fire damage from the fire itself, the negative cosmetic effects of the corrosive soot vary greatly from vehicle to vehicle and can be observed in the photo galleries of each lot. All lots are sold as is, where is, and bidders are responsible for any desired diligence before placing a bid.

• Scratches on the underside of the front hood/fender assembly

• Exterior door mirrors are missing

• Oxidation of metal components in the engine compartment

• Scratches and wear on the interior plastics (seats, speaker covers)

• Steering wheel upholstery is separating

• The driver’s interior door handle mechanism is loose

Included

• Two keys, one fob

Ownership History

The Foreman Family reports that George Foreman acquired this 1955 Ford F-100 Custom Hot Rod Pickup from a local builder of hot rods and jukeboxes, likely in the early 2000s. Additional Notes A Broad Arrow Group Consignment Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. Contact: Marvin Waters Phone: 910.315.2918 email: mwaters@hagerty.com