Description
This is not your average slice of Americana.
This is the renegade’s ride – a 1954 Ford F100 Pick-Up truck that rolls with the kind of grit and muscle built for those who lean more towards outlaw spirit than polished classics. Think back-alley garage-band heroes, old jukeboxes, and that beaten-up leather jacket that only gets better with age.
Imported to the UK in 2019, (well over £10, 000 spent in 2021 with US car specialists American Technique in Aylesbury - see list below) this truck shows off evidence of its once canary yellow coat, now painstakingly transformed into a raw, rusty masterpiece.
Under the hood sits a 5-litre V8 powerhouse that lets out a growl the whole street will hear long before they see you coming.
It fires on command at the turn of the key, but let’s make one thing clear: if you’re looking for something with a full service history and fresh MOT, this isn’t your truck. This machine is for those who revel in vintage, stripped-down, and unapologetically rebellious rides.
The cockpit is as bare-bones as they come, stripped-back to the essentials and centered around a bench seat in faded-red velour – the lone bit of softness in an otherwise industrial interior. To the right of the reclaimed wooden steering wheel, a knuckle-duster gear shifter waits for your grip, and in the back? A custom ramp ready for your chopper, because of course, this truck hauls for a living.
And then there’s the style – hand-painted “Old Iron Chop Shop” branding on the doors, straight out of a 50s garage, but with the kind of road-worn attitude that would’ve made Hunter S. Thompson and Marlon Brando raise a glass. This isn’t just a truck; it’s for the niche rebels, the backstreet bikers, and those who take pride in standing apart.
Below is a list of the Work completed by American Technique of Aylesbury in 2021
Bolt up front wings
Bolt up in wings
Fit new front Flexi brake pipes
Fit new front bleed nipples and copper washes
Manufacture new copper brake lines
Manufacture new rear handbrake
Fit new filler neck to fuel tank
Supply and fit fuel tank sender
Machine new bonnet mounting bolts
Fit bonnet
Fit new battery and battery clamp
Fit new offside door and vent glass
Fit new headlights and connectors
Adapt and fit seat and mountings
Fit new brake servo pipe
Fit new door mirror
Machine steering wheel nut
Fit new rear bed wood and repair metal slates
Secure front light wiring loom to front panel
Bolt up running boards
Bolt upfront panel
Manufacture rear damper mounts and crossbeam
Fit new rear dampers
Grease and free off seat runners
Secure fuel lines
Bolt down rear bed
Make up new metal and rubber fuel lines
Make up metal auto cooler lines
Weld panel in front firewall centre
Make up panel at base of steering column
Fit brake light switch
Fabricate and fit front and rear wing brackets
Fit new rear lights
Free up handbrake cables
Remove and rework front indicators
Fit new wiper blades
Bolt down rear arches
Make brake pedal
Fit throttle pedal assembly and cable
Make up car mounting for throttle cable
Fit throttle return spring
Grease door internals
Bleed brake system
Fit heater switch
Fit horn button
Completely wire truck
Reset ignition timing
Fit blanking plugs in engine
Fit brake servo fitting in carb
Fit air filter
Bolt front cab down
Drill bonnet hinges
Earth Rear lights
Drill wiring holes
Fit autobox cooler
Fit numberplate
Fit new screen wash kit
Fit new ignition switch
Secure ignition coil
Boott up front bumper
Tig weld cracks in chassis
Manufacture and mount stainless exhaust system
Repair bolts in manifold
Fit horn
Fit shifter
Fit new rear rotors
Fit new rear calipers
fit new rear brake pads
Fit new brake master cylinder
Fit fit kickdown kit
Fit new autobox dipstick
Remove and refit autobox
Bolt up all ball joints and suspension
Machine up top steering wheel bearing
Fit new carb
Replace to push rods and rocker bolts
Trim front in the wings above suspension arms
Parts and Labour totaling - £12, 510. 84 (inc. VAT)A Brief History of Ford and the American Classic Pickup: Ford’s Legacy
Founded by Henry Ford in 1903, the Ford Motor Company revolutionised the automotive industry with the assembly line and affordable vehicles like the Model T. But beyond cars, Ford made its mark in the truck market with the launch of the Ford Model TT in 1917 – essentially the first mass-produced pickup truck.
The American Classic Pickup
The Ford F-Series was born in 1948 and quickly became a symbol of American ruggedness. By the time the Ford F100 was introduced, it marked the start of the second generation of F-Series pickups, blending robust utility with stylish design. The F100 became a cultural icon, associated with the hard-working, freedom-loving spirit of post-war America. It was built tough but became a favorite canvas for customisation and hot-rodding enthusiasts over the decades.
The Rat-Rod Scene in the UK
The Rat-Rod scene – characterised by a rusty exterior, sometimes lowered suspension and generally a more aggressive styling – took off in the UK as a subculture rooted in American car clubs and the custom hot-rod scene. By the 2000s, American imports like the Ford F100 found a niche following among UK enthusiasts who were drawn to the bold, larger-than-life style. The rat-rod aesthetic, often featuring rusted finishes and vintage patina, meshed well with the UK’s appreciation for individualistic and rebellious automotive builds. Today, you’ll find these trucks slammed to the ground at UK car meets, blending rockabilly culture, biker vibes, and an appreciation for vintage Americana.
In essence, owning a classic Ford pickup like the F100 isn’t just about nostalgia – it’s about tapping into a legacy of defiance, creativity, and a love for old-school, hard-as-nails machinery.
