Classic Auto Mall
6180 Morgantown Road
Morgantown, PA 19543
"1961 Ford Econoline E100 Pickup�
When Volkswagen, (VW), started importing its bus into the US in the mid-1950s Ford, Chrysler, and GM all took notice. �They each began developing ""forward control"" vans to compete. �As with VW, all three used the drivetrains from its compact cars for power. �In Ford's case, it took the driveline from the Falcon and created a unibody van and pickup truck with an F-100 leaf sprung I-beam front end. �With the driver's compartment moved over that front axle and a 7-1/2 foot bed it had lots of loading space and could be made very cheaply.
For consignment, a first generation, first year of production ,and introduction of a 1961 Ford Econoline E100 pickup truck.� This utilizes a cab over design where the front seats are above the front axle, and the engine is underneath just aft of these seats, but not impeding into the cargo bed.� The van looks like it would tip forward and indeed initial testing did prove that under heavy braking it did so, thus a 165 lb weight was added under the back of the bed to prevent this phenomenon.� This truck has undergone some addition of new parts, like tailgate lakeside rails, windshield, gas tank and sending unit, a new exhaust system, and upgraded electrical.
Exterior
This COE design sports all steel slabs, which last year was completely rust remediated and repainted.� It shows nice and shiny in its Caribbean Turquoise lowers and White upper two tones.� Structurally it uses a truck front structural beam to reinforce the unibody and has a flat front end.� Neat eye-like shaped headlights and horizontal bezels featuring a single round headlight in either corner are seen.� A new chrome bumper is framing the bottom and a large panoramic windscreen floats just above the grille. �Next we have the cab which has large doors to access the passenger compartment with their hinges literally on the front edge of the vehicle.� Moving back, the cab is extended just a bit for the engine not to impede into the bed.� Speaking of which, you have 7 feet of cargo space for the bed which is covered in Rhino liner royal blue.� Some nice white painted oak side rails and bringing up the rear is the tailgate with the large F O R D badge within it.� Nicely rounded rear quarters melt into this gate and the quarters have a single round tail light on the top of them. �We see no rear bumper for this truck, just keep it simple.� 15-inch silver painted steel wheels have trim rings on their edges and a chromed moon cap in their centers.� These wheels are wrapped in wide whitewall 185/75R15 rubber all around.� All looking pretty nifty for just turning the corner from the 1950's!
Interior
Opening the doors which have the front wheel cutout within them, we see all steel door panels. �These are in turquoise and have not undergone a respray like the exterior.� An actuator and crank is within this full metal jacket field.� Stepping across the threshold and on to the riser which houses the seats, we see more steel, some with the original factory faded color and all unrestored.� For the drivers a small low back bucket in some brown, (saddle), vinyl shows some cracking and wear.� This has good padding within its seat and back.� For the passenger, it becomes a bit more utilitarian as a simple frame with some stretched vinyl in saddle makes up this slightly padded seat.� The steering column and wheel rises front the floor and is mounted to the bottom of the angled dash.� This dash has been repainted in the turquoise and in front of the wheel is the instrument cluster sporting all circular gauges and some warning lights and turn signal arrows.� This truck is a 3 on the tree which resides on the steering column.� Between the seats is a rather large tamboured console within which is the power plant.� Some extra storage is behind the seats and beside the engine covering.� This is also unrestored steel but remains rust free.� The headliner is all steel and the floors are black rubber.� A heater is noted under the dash between the seats but under the dash so it's out of the way.��
Drivetrain
Flipping the center console we can then see the engine which is an inline 6 cylinder 144ci version.� It has a 1-barrel carburetor and a 3 speed manual transmission on the back.� As noted, a new exhaust system has been installed even the a new exhaust manifold is noted.� The mill shows with a slight bit of dust, but is oil free and looking great.
Undercarriage
Up on the lift we can note the new fuel tank and like new exhaust.� Some overspray is seen with the turquoise but mostly patina and a bit of light surface rust as we get away from the over spray.� Suspension is all leaf spring and braking is all drums.
Drive-Ability
The truck started quickly and ran smoothly.� It shifted through the gears easily and has bias free panic stopping.� I noted the horn did not honk, the heater core has been bypassed and there is a rear axle seal leaking. �Our consignor noted the fuel gauge is inaccurate when the fuel goes below 1/2 tank.
A first year example of the Cab Over design Econoline E-100.� This one has the exterior in freshly painted condition with no rust. �The interior needs just a bit of TLC, but still holds its own.� It's the design that's really great with this truck and the headlights are really dripping with early 60's styling.� Take it away!
E10SH156841
E10-Econoline 1/2 Ton 2wd
S-144ci I6
H-Lorain, OH Assy Plant
156841-Sequential Unit Number
WARRANTY TAG
WHEELBASE 090-90""
COLOR B-Caribbean Blue
MODEL E103-E100 1/2 Ton Pickup/Van
TRANS A-3 Speed Manual
AXLE 1-Ford 7"" 3.50
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special interest automobile showroom, featuring over 850 vehicles for sale with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle barn find collection is on display. This vehicle is located in our showroom in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888) 227-0914. Please contact us anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person.
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Year: | 1961 |
Make: | Ford |
Model: | Econoline |
Mileage: | 60619 |
Exterior Color: | Caribbean Turquoise |
Interior Color: | Saddle |
Trim: | E100 Pickup |
Body: | pickup_truck |
Stock: | 5535 |
Engine Size: | Gasoline |
Transmission: | 3 Speed Manual |
Vin: | E10SH156841 |
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Classic Auto Mall is a world class consignment house located in southeastern Pennsylvania with indoor showroom space for up to 1,000collectable and special interest vehicles offered for sale. We are conveniently located just west of Philadelphia. This one of a kind building is climate controlled and security monitored and is the ultimate destination for classic and specialty car lovers. The building is located right on the Pennsylvania Turnpike with terrific frontage and exposure. Additionally, this one of a kind building houses one of the finest barn findcollections in the world with over 400 vehicles on display. The facility and grounds have plenty of room for indoor and outdoor automotive related events, car shows, car club meets, ride and drives and more.
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This wonderful facility started life as a clothing outlet mall in 1985 and then evolved into a furniture outlet mall until it closed its doors in 2011. There is a 188 room Holiday Inn with a walk-thru entrance attached to the facility that has a full-service restaurant, lounge, meeting facilities and an indoor swimming pool. The hotel just underwent a $3,000,000 renovation.
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