1979 Ford F-150 Explorer

This 1979 Ford F-150 Explorer represents the final year of the beloved sixth-generation "Dentside" F-Series, a truck that helped cement Ford's dominance in the American pickup market. According to the seller, this is a highly original, rust-free example that spent its life in a dry climate before recently arriving in New England—preserving its solid frame, doors, bed, and what is described as 100% original sheet metal with no patch panels or floor rot.

• Drivetrain: Original 400ci (6.6L) V8 paired with the C-6 automatic transmission and four-wheel drive
• Originality: Described as "all-original" with original floors, solid sheet metal, and no patch panels
• Options: Explorer Package with orange tape stripes, handling package, wheel lip moldings, dual fuel tanks, tilt steering, power steering, power brakes, and working air conditioning
• Interior: Cordovan Explorer cloth/vinyl Ranger bench seat in red/burgundy
• Exterior: Raven Black finish
• Documentation: Clean title with Marti Report included

The sixth-generation F-Series—produced from 1973 to 1979—holds a special place in truck history. Introduced for 1975 as a "heavy-duty" F-100, the F-150 bridged the gap between the F-100 and F-250, featuring heavier duty axles and springs while avoiding certain emission control restrictions. These trucks would go on to become the best-selling vehicles in America. The 1979 model year marked the end of this iconic generation before the "Bullnose" redesign arrived for 1980.

In today's market for 6th Gen F-150s, highly original examples with desirable trim packages like the Explorer are increasingly sought after. Comparable recently sold examples in similar condition have traded in the $30,000–$40,000 range, with the average sale price for this generation hovering around $32,000. Final-year trucks with documented originality and premium options—like this Raven Black Explorer with its working A/C and dual fuel tanks—represent particularly compelling value in the classic truck segment.