Auction Ford F250 - Why Were They Hiding This?

While at an auto auction, I came across this Ford F250. Why is this car here at a vehicle auction? Is it worth restoring? Watch until the end of the video to find out!
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[@Kownterfiet1997]

They had this truck as a DLC in mudrunner, I loved it

[@belowzero5817]

Do you listen to east bound and down when playing mud runner ?

[@jadpho1380]

Uh no that was actually the F750

[@Its_Me_Romano]

​@@jadpho1380that's snowrunner bud

[@stocktonhull9252]

Try the Ford f750 powerstroke it is a mod though it is available on PC and console

[@thonestmistakeXX93]

Snow runner?

[@TheAwkwardBanana]

Back at the dealership we used to say "So reliable you can weld the hood shut!"

[@MCatwar]

funny cuz on mine the hood is open every time i drive it

[@linkinpiatak6669]

​@MCatwar that's what happens when you have a pos and don't know how to take care of it and what to fix that was broke before you bought it 😂 all trucks and cars can be reliable if you're good and have money for parts

[@MCatwar]

@@linkinpiatak6669 i’m literally a mechanic and have done most everything for a restoration shy of the frame and drivetrain but thanks for the criticism lol

[@MCatwar]

@@linkinpiatak6669 so it’s weird though. it’s reliable but always broken. it’s never 100%. but it’s never stranded me

[@Range-X]

@@MCatwarI make a similar living and can attest to owning several halfway running things

[@cbrief06_65]

i used to have a same gen f150, i’ll never forgive myself to crashing the beauty it was such an amazing experience

[@bendaga]

sorry to hear you got in an accident, hope you didn’t get hurt

[@VNCTHE1]

The crash was an amazing experience? Yeah...sounds like something a ford owner would like 😆

[@Sparklingtube]

@@VNCTHE1when did he say that?

[@VNCTHE1]

@kaancan6900 I would think crashing that would be more fun than driving it but to each their own. Pickup trucks are pretty terrible vehicles to drive 🤷‍♂️

[@AidansCars]

​@@VNCTHE1that's your opinion

[@zethjugos1250]

Somebody from the yard has set it aside for himself😊😊😊

[@smokiethebear3334]

Probably why the hood wouldn’t open lol

[@frankrosemeck9898]

Smart man

[@jamesgizasson]

That was my first guess. Workers used to do the same thing at Home Depot during Black Friday. XP

[@rhyelince8277]

Truck design peaked with these trucks, especially with the 7.3

[@dailyactivities2610]

Other than shit auto transmissions and terrible suspension yeah lol

[@dirtyaznstyle4156]

I think that’s more nostalgia than anything. Put emissions on it and it might change, grandfathering is only a thing because things don’t last forever no matter who made em. On a level playing field they prolly don’t stack up as well as we’d like to think.

[@everettstormy]

​@@dailyactivities2610yeah but terrible suspension that doesnt fall apart. Can take a beating. Doesnt lean much is corners and is super easy to fix. Much prefer the i beam to double wish bone

[@Coronet_shop]

@@dailyactivities2610the twin I beam is top dawg cmon simple is simple

[@dailyactivities2610]

@@Coronet_shop yes it's simple. All i'm saying is i've never seen a hot-shotter running across the country in an obs because of the 2 reasons I just listed

[@LuwiigiMaster]

Craigslist be like 'no low ballers no tire kickers I know what I got not in a hurry to sell ran when parked 79999 FIRM'

[@iDiOt5]

i read this in my head with aussie accent and yorak hunt's voice.

[@EmLovesCamaros]

🤣

[@soulassassin0g]

"If the ad is still up then it's still available, if you ask I'll block and report you."

[@sandhilltucker]

​​@@soulassassin0g Me: Yes, i would like to come check it out. Them: "Lol, I sold it weeks ago. Maybe you should try asking if its still available. Lol" Me: I will make it my lifes mission to make sure whatever seed you hump into this world from your feeble minded sack is erased before more of you ruin life

[@patjohn775]

Restored obs fords like this are worth 20-30k

[@justiceofskitzerland6429]

Hood doesn't open because it doesn't need any work

[@willstikken5619]

That can't be true, it's a Ford...

[@willstikken5619]

@@MWGCotah When exactly do you think this changed? In my experience that has always been how Fords work. It is in their DNA starting by the at least the Model T and continuing through today. I owned several Fords from the 60-90's and they definitely all followed this philosophy.

[@CokeToes420]

@@willstikken5619 people like repeating things they see on the internet without knowing what they're talking about.

[@t-ruckinhick2002]

​@@willstikken5619same! My 95 is in the driveway not running...

[@aaronjones356]

@@willstikken5619 If it's the diesel version it's an International, pretty stout engine

[@BornofFire117]

I’ve got a 1995 f150 in red. Rust free and she runs like a dream. Love my truck man. Edit: to open the hood you must first push it down a little bit then you can move the release lever.

[@jakedode]

It has bolts in the hood.

[@BornofFire117]

@@jakedode I didn’t even notice. The latch was probably shot.

[@tuffteddy1446]

I had the same truck about 20 years ago. 5.0 with a 5 speed reg cab. I miss that truck

[@BornofFire117]

@@tuffteddy1446 she sounds like fun. Mine is an auto sadly. I had my eyes on a brick nose with the straight six and manual and I wish I could’ve traded.

[@patjohn775]

If your truck is nice it’s probable worth 20-30k

[@jamiebray8532]

1 of my favorite generations as well. it keeps the 70's 80's feel with a splash of newer tech. if you can call it that.

[@bendaga]

I was really bummed out that I couldn’t pop open the hood on this one, but just thought I would share this with you guys anyway. Full video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4mreGloeLWjeZI 🗣 Join our discord for more: discord.gg/u4jj2BW3R6 👕 Merch: my-store-d4267d.creator-spring.com/ Thanks for stopping by! ✌

[@paranormacops]

Judging by the dash and body it's probably a 92 -97 and with the gauge cluster missing a tach it's either a 5.8 or a 7.5 gasser

[@frankrosemeck9898]

​​@@paranormacopsThe thumbnail alone tells us that its an OBS ('92+, 9th generation). The "missing" tach means nothing. This could very well be a 7.3, but I didn't see the tailpipe to confirm. Of course, if he figured out how to pop the hood, we'd know for a fact ...

[@user-lh6hq9bv1x]

How did u know it was stolen

[@user-yd6zr6do6x]

If it’s a 7.3 then that is absolutely a steal right there

[@longwindingroad]

He never said a price.

[@fayazfarihi8861]

@@longwindingroad think he meant engine size

[@saladbarsusan3583]

It’s a gasser sadly

[@honderaccord]

we need a compilation of you shifting manuals

[@bendaga]

😂

[@JJfromPhilly67]

Yeah!

[@aydenrich262]

I would watch that

[@chrisbeck4397]

I miss my white one instead of a diesel it had the 460 man it loved to guzzle gas but it didn't put up with any shenanigans

[@brad-hw4gx]

yeah ive got a ranger with one of those in it and it passes anything but a gas station.

[@ThisSmallVic]

@@brad-hw4gx you have a ranger with a 460?????

[@mescko]

@@ThisSmallVic Ranger used to be a trim level on the full-size Fords before the mid-size truck came along. My '68 Camper Special has a 'Ranger' script on the back end of the box sides.

[@ThisSmallVic]

@@mescko I completely forgot the ranger was a trim

[@frankrosemeck9898]

​@@mescko yep. Had a 1980 f100 labeled as "Ranger"

[@francoisdvanderwesthuizen6772]

Back in the day when it was still "buld Ford tough". Those were real good trucks...

[@nathankoroush7918]

Now they are built for Pride people.

[@SergeantExtreme]

@@nathankoroush7918 Ford: _Gayest truck on the planet._

[@aydenrich262]

@@nathankoroush7918not necessarily, I see some pretty patriotic people driving them

[@BrayanGomez-re9vi]

Dad had one back in the day , crew cab . Such a nice truck

[@mhassouneh]

Love this generation.. This one looks like it still has some life.

[@Don_cheedle]

My brother has an 83 f250 single cab with a huge lift and 41” tires. Absolutely love that truck

[@ilovelife77125]

this truck truck has a very simple but at the same time beautiful design

[@bendaga]

simpler times for sure

[@michaelhazelwood5108]

I used to think these OBS trucks were ugly. I've seen the light. This is immaculate

[@ftbrip]

that generation was definitely a work horse especially with granny gear. we used to use one like that to pick field stone out of the farm fields. We would put it in 1st gear and get out and it would drive along while we put field stone in the back

[@Yourrivalnfs]

Bro that's actually crazy because I was talking about my pops has truck which is an f250 with a 7.3 l diesel engine thank you man I really appreciate this I've always wanted to see this truck and you just made my day

[@GaryGang911]

These are my favorite trucks! I own 3 of them and they're some of the last trucks built to last.

[@christophercurtiss9986]

You say they're built to last. Not run! That's why you own 3 of them!!! I have a 89 gmc truck and 99 gmc yukon. Both with 300k+ miles. Both still run perfectly. Granted, I've had to spend to maintain them. I'm just messing with you. You know the whole Ford vs chevy thing. It's all in good fun. As an American, I'm glad you're loyal to an American truck. Keep buying those Fords my friend. 🤘🤘🤘

[@GaryGang911]

@christophercurtiss9986 You almost had me, lmao. I will say that the obs Chevy trucks are also great, I'm also interested in them.

[@RayTheFloofyBoi]

The sound of that transmission cluncking and shifting into gears is muwah, perfection.

[@chriscasias375]

I really loving that truck! Back when trucks were TRUCKS!

[@lucasgrace4007]

My grandpa has one of these and it is great. I love driving it and working on it.

[@krafgeetar4013]

I’ve got a ninth gen of my own. Would kill for an extended cab. Amazing trucks

[@Lonerlmao]

Dude, that’s super nostalgic when I was nine years old my brother used to drive me to his high school parking lot and try doing donuts just as fun with his friends with the truck so much similar to that rest in peace my brother I’ll always miss him

[@brodybombardir915]

I'm also a huge fan of that generation of ford trucks

[@bjerrum4921]

I own a 99 F350 with nearly the same specs as this thing. 7.3L with ZF6 manual

[@israelduncan4341]

Absolutely beautiful truck! Very reliable 7.3 or 460 I'd love to get one one day.

[@loganswepston8978]

It might have the 5.8 351 in it though

[@VelaNovaBlaze]

is the 7.5 reliable

[@loganswepston8978]

@VelaNovaBlaze it is pretty reliable, but it had small issues with the rear main i think. If you kept it maintained it would be gold

[@israelduncan4341]

Never even heard of the 7.5. I do know the 7.3 transmission had issues after many miles but, one could bulletproof it and get the trans from a 6.0 or so I've heard

[@loganswepston8978]

@israelduncan4341 the 7.5 is the 460, the its like saying the ford 351 is a 5.8. Its just cubic inch vs piston displacement

[@gho5thitman388]

I have a 94 f250, 5.8l auto trans(but 2nd gear went out) with 250k mi. best running vehicles I ever owned was Windsor family v8s. I used to own a 89 e150 with 5.0 Windsor with 86k original miles and never had an issue

[@balcorn9211]

My dad had the same truck for the first 23 years of my life, but an F-150 and 2WD. I think this is the same “Mocha Frost” paint too. So. Many. Memories.

[@1DJKraze]

The fact that this particular truck is sporting the two gas tanks is EVERYTHING to me! Lol

[@87square58]

You should check out the c/k 1973-1987 chevrolet trucks they are very sought out for and pretty hard to get.

[@bendaga]

I’ll keep an eye out!

[@mikhail2400]

Had the single cab 150 version of this truck and drove it all over the country. It had a 302 and the only thing I ever had to do to that truck was install a high capacity radiator for when I was in the mountains. Those dual tanks are a blessing when you make those 1000 mile road trips.

[@monotheis6889]

Dad picked up an abandoned 89 F250 for $100. Got it running two days ago, one brake line on today from another Ford out back, another going on tomorrow, then to get it running smoother and do a throwout bearing. Then a good bath and rust treatment.

[@davidbeattie4294]

A clean, elegant design from the pre-monster hood styling era. Nice.

[@Knuckledragnation]

A Motorcycle Club I belonged to back in the early to mid nineties owned a 3rd Gen F-150 or the eighth generation of the F-Series. We used it as our run truck and boy was it a work horse that’s for sure. It followed us from Southern California through the Pacific North and Southwest continuously and without incident for many years. All while pulling a trailer. Anyways thanks for the share!

[@jakobxr]

My great grandfather had a 1970’s ford pickup in the same color. It lasted till he passed in 2020 when my extended family sold it. The truck was garaged it’s whole life with under 50k miles, it would’ve lasted in the family for decades to come

[@AIDAHAR210]

I still have mine same gen with the same 5 spd, and still runs like new and still a workhorse. Will probably outlive my grandkids

[@lucasblanchard47]

Those are HARD working trucks! And I LOVE extended cabs. I’ve owned four extended cab F-150 trucks throughout my life ha! Much love from Texas!

[@knuttsackjones3094]

I had 3 of these generation, all 350 diesels. Some of the best trucks I ever had, wish I’d have kept 2 out of the 3 but that last one needed more help than I could affordLOL Sharp as hell, reliable as shit and simple to work on

[@mshoen1]

I had a 92 f250 with a 351. Also had a 97 f250 4x4 with 7.3 diesel. Loved them both.

[@ThePolecatProcess]

My first truck was a 1996 Ford F-150, love that generation and body style, I'm now looking to buy an F-250 from the early 90s.

[@jameskral7971]

Oh my god i just bought a truck of the same spec. Heavy duty extended cab this is so cool that you found one near you too

[@cristyanprj4603]

Nice truck

[@93_Silverado]

Damnnnn i hate to see that big hole in the side man, such a good looking truck and it's a 5 speed manual with manual locking hubs!

[@smartfortwo451]

Simple elegance! Nice era for all trucks!

[@shawndavis2616]

I'm sooo jealous right now. I mean 4x4 AND manual transmission?! Dude, get it and you won't regret it! I still have mine almost 15 years later and even though she's only a two wheel drive, she's seen some dirt a time or two without issue. She's somewhat of a project that I hope to have back on the road again soon.

[@FullMetalMountainBiker]

You arent kidding about the rust, Ive seen one snap in half when I jacked up the front. That was a good 15 years ago as well

[@HelicalClutchLSD]

those Dentside, Bullnose, brick nose and Aeronose Trucks have a special type of soul to them.

[@InuranusBrokoff]

These and chevys of the same era are the best work trucks ever.

[@bigpaul2956]

I have a 97 f350 with a 460 7.5 liter with automatic transmission and power windows and door locks she got around 25000 miles and still runs amazing

[@MrAirblown2009]

Yes get that one . Those are perfect for pulling a double axel RV. As long as its a diesel you can put some miles on that motor before rebuild time.

[@rayhogan796]

I used to drive a service truck f550 with that trans and the 7.3 diesel. I loved it. Shifted silky smooth even floating the gears.

[@ducktapepilot]

I miss when trucks had dual gas tanks. Such a handy feature back in the day.

[@ghostlydumps]

Awesome truck! Can't beat them early 90's Fords 7.3 or 460. I hope to get on one day.

[@1waffley]

This is my dream truck. I want one of these soooo bad.

[@nathanielelias4003]

Love these trucks. My favorite. Most truck looking truck ever.

[@Blue_Bird_Vision_5]

My dad sold his '93 F-250 XLT. It had a 7.3l turbo diesel. It had the extended cab and an 8ft bed. It had a 5-speed manual, and just a little bit of rust. It could definitely be an easy restoration.

[@ericwilson8144]

I have a 1990 7.3 IDI 5 speed and I love it. Easy to run WMO

[@Dr.Westside]

I think I would immediately buy that truck and put a new 6.2 upgrade in it .

[@iamn360]

To open the hood, after pulling the hood latch, you need to lift on the hood til it pops up, then hold it down slightly while pushing the hood release. Very common with these trucks

[@permdude21]

I have one right now, bought it brand new in ‘93 it has 678,925 miles on it! It still runs like I just got it off the lot in 93’ same engine and everything.

[@admiralicywolffeyt1465]

Those good latches love to jam up if not lubricated sometimes. The one on my 95 f150 does that a lot.

[@blazecarnie4721]

I'm a squarebody Chevy and gmt400 fan but I still like these 90s ford's

[@kaleb5426]

I have 93 f350, it is a little rusty but man it has never had any problems in 15 years and never had to fix anything other than brake related parts

[@kevintroxel180]

Badass find. Bullet proof 5 speed and manual lockers and transfer case. Hope to see updates!

[@CannibalCowboy51]

The corner of the front bumper isn't even bent downwards. Clean unit👌

[@renefuentes7085]

I learned how to drive manual on a 1993 F250 northland edition. 4 in the floor and it was geared for towing, so you'd only first if you were hauling. I loved that truck (hated filling the tank)

[@craiganderson8232]

Have to agree, l love these as well good find bro.😎✌️

[@APerfectToolSifer]

These really are some of the best trucks, to open the hood on these you have to pop the lever and push down on the hood as you release the catch that's holding it.

[@erinoconnor2809]

It is a Great Truck

[@ninersforlife7682]

Nice. I have a 1997 F350 CC 4x4 and I love it 😁

[@roscoe454]

yup get that truck! they are even good with a strait 6 cylinder too!👍👍

[@joeheard6085]

I own an OBS Ford F250. And to open up the hood, you have to push down on the hood. And then press the hood latch and then push up on the hood.

[@user-es9fs9jo6j]

Wow 😳,( I need one.) All in that generation of the F-serice .the Early years.. Yep. Ford always makes the best pickups. Yesss 🥺.

[@scottyellis3442]

I had a 1996 4×4, I put a 3 inch lift & 35's on it. Great truck, it had 345,000 miles on it when I sold it. Still ran great. "302"

[@jobertoli8495]

I drive a Ford 150 EcoBoost and she is wonderful and she is without a doubt a Cadillac of Trucks!!

[@LoydRamey4]

I had one the same generation, to get the hood open you have to press down, operate the the latch and let it come up.

[@mcmillancattleco.345IH]

I got a 97 almost identical, but red and a short bed, pretty rare rig and still pulling big at 400k miles

[@RomoRooster]

I had a solid black 94 short bed with the 5.0 windsor cam HO, 4wd 5 speed. it was a good truck but I grenaded 4 rearends and eventually rolled it over and totalled it on my way to work one morning

[@VB-bk1lh]

Not a diesel model. No tach, and powerstroke models had openings in the front bumper. Likely a 4.9L or 5.8L gas gas engine. I worked at a dealer that sold a ton of them just like that. I'd love to have one in a 4x2 Supercab with a 4.9L with ac in nice shape today.

[@skimask5911]

I'm glad you can count up to 5.

[@chicken29843]

The c clamp mirror is amazing lol

[@frankhughes9137]

Had a 94 f150. Donated it in 2017. Rebuilt 4 houses with that truck. 302 on mobil1 after warranty

[@samueldecelles6646]

These trucks are the coolest classic

[@damonculbert5853]

I have a 1996 F350 with a 7.3 L power stroke diesel in it. 460K miles and it runs great

[@EliB0217]

I bought a 89’ Ford Ranger 5 speed, that looks like a smaller version of this 250. Learning how to work on it, gonna just tinker with it until I fully understand how it works

[@beekeeper7535]

I agree that year isn't bad looking. But the best looking ford trucks are the 1970s up till 79. Then second best is 1980 through 1986. I just finished restoring a 1986 f250 4x4 with the 6.9 idi diesel engine.

[@donovan8916]

I’m 14 and this is the truck I am saving for to become my first truck

[@nickhutchins2124]

Have a 97 f250 4x4 XLT 460 BBF FOR SALE. OG 80k miles on it runs strong rebuild trans literally 5k mile on. Does have some Michigan rust but nothing to bad easily can be fixed up. Just needs some brake work and exhaust work other than that it's solid mechanically. Has a 7 foot plow with it also works great has a extra sized crossover toolbox.

[@Poorfellowsoldierofchrist]

I’m one of the lucky few to have one of these monsters in my possession

[@Fusion710]

old big stick fords are the best. i miss my 2000 cclb 5 speed v10

[@uzumakimashingon1883]

Now that's a real truck

[@Don69420]

i bought a 97 f150 and i hate myself everyday. i love this truck

[@JimmyCasket02]

Those old fords you have to push the hood back down a little while hitting the release and it’ll come open

[@jonpate4640]

Same as my 1992, 5sp zf5 trans , mine has a 5.8 sadly instead of a 7.3 but still a great work truck for me. Almost rust free besides minimum surface rust on the frame and 1 can corner starting to go on the driver side

[@sidallen685]

I just found a 96 Ford Bronco with a 5.0 that needs rebuilding for $500 bucks, it’s my new project truck.

[@brad7073]

It’s probably welded shut so nobody steals the engine. My little brother inherited his dads 97’ F250 long bed with the power stroke diesel and old heads were calling him every single day trying to buy the engine off his hands for $15k back in the mid 2010s, I can imagine a part like that is extremely desirable.