This 1958 Ford F100 is an excellent, partly restored example of the classic American pickup truck, equipped with a few sensible upgrades. It is powered by a 4.8-litre Ford Y-block V8, producing around 206bhp, coupled to a four-speed BorgWarner T98 manual transmission. Originally sold in the USA, this example was imported into Australia in 2013 and has now had four owners from new; two in the USA, and two in Australia. According to the previous owner, it was used as a working vehicle on a farm in the Nevada desert, though the chassis, bodywork, and cabin have since been restored. The completely re-fabricated long-wheelbase ‘utility’ body of this Ford F100 is finished in the stylish two-tone factory original colour scheme of Sky Mist Blue over Corinthian White, with Mid Blue vinyl upholstery and a Corinthian White-painted cabin. It rides on a set of 15-inch chrome wheels, which are wrapped with Kontio WhitePaw whitewall radial tyres. Two spare tyres are also mounted in the rear load space. The exterior also features a set of aftermarket period fog lamps and relays. An electronic ignition, a Mallory distributor and a harmonic balancer have been installed for improved reliability, along with a set of Ford power disc brakes and a period-correct power steering system. However, the car has retained its original suspension, four-speed BorgWarner T98 gearbox, and nine-inch differential. Inside, the dashboard and gauges are reported to be entirely original, as are the stereo and heater, which were installed at the factory as part of the ‘Custom Cab’ options package. This package also included luxury door cards, twin sun visors, twin door mirrors, headlining, carpeting and driver’s armrest. A unique dice-shaped gear knob has been fitted, along with a billet alloy steering wheel and a set of light blue lap belts. The vehicle will be supplied with its original workshop and parts manual, along with a small collection of safety certificates and maintenance receipts. This truck came with the factory options of the chrome grille and most importantly, the larger wrap around back window. There has been no known bodywork damage, and there is no evidence of any significant welding or repair work. The resprayed paintwork is in excellent shape, though some very minor pitting can be seen on the chrome grille trim, along with a few minor scratches on the bumper. The tyres have reportedly covered around 100 miles, and both spares are believed to be brand new. Inside, the reupholstered seats are free of any noticeable wear, though a few marks can be seen on the painted metal dashboard. The original stereo and interior light are either disconnected or broken. There are no other known electrical or mechanical faults. During the seller’s two-year ownership, this F100’s chassis, bodywork, and interior have been fully restored, and the billet alloy steering wheel, ignition module, harmonic balancer, fog lamps, white-wall tyres and seat belts have been installed. The truck has also enjoyed a full mechanical check-over and service during this period. The Y-Block engine was reconditioned by the previous owner in 2014. This 1958 third generation F100 LWB Styleside ute is a superb example of the stylish American pickup truck, which was lovingly restored upon its arrival to Australia after being used as a farm truck in the Nevada desert by its previous owner. Now featuring a completely re-fabricated body, along with upgraded front power disc brakes, power steering and various minor styling tweaks, it would make a discerning addition to any collection of American classics, and a head-turning companion for weekend cruises and car shows alike. The description of this auction lot is, to the best of the seller's knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Collecting Cars requests a range of detail about the lot from the seller, and performs a level of due diligence. However, bidders must satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description, and conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to a bid. Please see our Terms and Conditions for full details. This vehicle’s VIN has been checked against the Australian Personal Property Securities Register, and there is no security interest or other registration kind logged against the serial number. This vehicle has been checked through the Austroads NEVDIS system, and there are no markers under the written-off or stolen databases.