Classic Trucks - Facts, Photos, Stories About Classic Trucks
Just because a truck is old doesn't mean it's ready for the junkyard. There are many enthusiasts out there who enjoy spending their time and money restoring or street rodding classic trucks. Here's a library of information about many types of vintage trucks.
Ford Trucks Memorabilia
This collection of vintage truck ads gives us a look at the progression of new features available on Ford trucks throughout the years.
This collection of vintage truck ads gives us a look at the progression of new features available on Ford trucks throughout the years.
Pictures of Classic Ford Trucks
A look at classic Ford trucks, starting with a 1918 Ford pickup.
A look at classic Ford trucks, starting with a 1918 Ford pickup.
Pictures of Classic Jeeps
Pictures of classic Jeeps, starting with the 1940 Willys Quad Original Pilot.
Pictures of classic Jeeps, starting with the 1940 Willys Quad Original Pilot.
Vintage Fire Truck Restoration Project
Take a look at this 1937 Seagrave Safety Sedan Pumper, a vintage fire truck being restored by the Detroit Firemen's Benevolent Fund.
Take a look at this 1937 Seagrave Safety Sedan Pumper, a vintage fire truck being restored by the Detroit Firemen's Benevolent Fund.
History of the Compact Truck in the US
It's 1959. Nissan's 37-horsepower compact truck enters the V8, gas-guzzling world of US pickups. How could it compete with the powerful Fords and Chevys and other trucks on the market?
It's 1959. Nissan's 37-horsepower compact truck enters the V8, gas-guzzling world of US pickups. How could it compete with the powerful Fords and Chevys and other trucks on the market?
Australia's Holden Ute
Think the only way you can have an El Camino or Ranchero is to restore a vintage version? Not if you live in Australia, where their ute counterparts are alive and well.
Think the only way you can have an El Camino or Ranchero is to restore a vintage version? Not if you live in Australia, where their ute counterparts are alive and well.
Pictures of Classic Holden Utes
Take a look back at photos of classic Holden utes.
Take a look back at photos of classic Holden utes.
Judge Dredd Land Rover
Sometimes vehicles used in movies aren't what they appear to be--like this customized Land Rover. It's a novelty, but sure isn't a daily driver.
Sometimes vehicles used in movies aren't what they appear to be--like this customized Land Rover. It's a novelty, but sure isn't a daily driver.
Jim Unrath's 1974 British Leyland Mini Pickup Truck
Who says pickup trucks have to be big and use a lot of gas? Check out Jim Unrath's 1974 British Leyland Mini pickup truck. This right hand drive Mini truck is powered by a 848cc four-cylinder engine that uses regular gas--definitely an economical drive.
Who says pickup trucks have to be big and use a lot of gas? Check out Jim Unrath's 1974 British Leyland Mini pickup truck. This right hand drive Mini truck is powered by a 848cc four-cylinder engine that uses regular gas--definitely an economical drive.
1957 Land Rover Series I - 107 Pickup
In 1948, brothers Spencer and Maurice Wilkes had an idea for a double-duty vehicle, one that could be used for farming chores and regular transportation. Their brainstorming resulted in the first Land Rover.
In 1948, brothers Spencer and Maurice Wilkes had an idea for a double-duty vehicle, one that could be used for farming chores and regular transportation. Their brainstorming resulted in the first Land Rover.
Classic Pickups - Best Gallery Books
Here are five great "gallery" books, all with strong visual appeal--lots of photos of lots of trucks. Good to pull out even on days when you don't feel like reading.
Here are five great "gallery" books, all with strong visual appeal--lots of photos of lots of trucks. Good to pull out even on days when you don't feel like reading.
Classic Car Mall
They're not all truck listings, but you'll usually find at least a few classic trucks listed for sale at the Classic Car Mall.
They're not all truck listings, but you'll usually find at least a few classic trucks listed for sale at the Classic Car Mall.
Classic Truck Desktop Patterns
Several classic truck images for your computer desktop. From Classic Trucks Magazine.
Several classic truck images for your computer desktop. From Classic Trucks Magazine.
Golden Oldies - Truckworld.com
Try this Web site if you need a hefty dose of inspiration to get you started on your own project. Truckworld.com chronicles the restoration of several vintage trucks.
Try this Web site if you need a hefty dose of inspiration to get you started on your own project. Truckworld.com chronicles the restoration of several vintage trucks.
Pickup Parts
Search Pickup Parts for classic truck parts by model and year.
Search Pickup Parts for classic truck parts by model and year.
Working Class Trucks
Dick Cutting's hobby is restoring old trucks, but he restores them to use, not just to look at. Dick says he doesn't care if the logging chains "ding" the paint or the if the wheels get full of mud. The fun is using them after restoration.
Dick Cutting's hobby is restoring old trucks, but he restores them to use, not just to look at. Dick says he doesn't care if the logging chains "ding" the paint or the if the wheels get full of mud. The fun is using them after restoration.