Pickups occupy a different niche from other vehicles within the classic world. While high-performance and luxury cars tend to lead sheltered existences, the very nature of a Pickup means it generally leads a life of adventure and hard labor to justify its existence. That makes finding extremely tidy unrestored examples more difficult, but it isn’t impossible. This 1977 Ford F-250 Ranger demonstrates that because the seller claims it is unrestored. If that is accurate, the indications are that its owners have treated it respectfully and done an admirable job of preserving this classic. Its next adventure will be a journey to a new home, with the seller listing it here on eBay in Caldwell, Idaho. Bidding sits below the reserve at $10,900, although plenty of time remains on this auction.

The seller indicates that the Alcoa wheels and BF Goodrich Mud Terrain tires on this F-250 aren’t original. Otherwise, they claim it is original and unmolested. Its panels sport a winning combination of Copper Metallic and Indio Tan paint that looks exceptional. There is no evidence of patchiness, with the paint shining beautifully. The panels provide a similar story, with no signs of significant flaws or defects. I’m disappointed there are no shots of the bed because that aspect will typically give a clear indication of the life a vehicle of this type has led. However, the comprehensive series of underside shots reveals no evidence of rust or other problems. This is consistent with the seller’s claim that the Ranger has been garage-kept when not prowling our roads or beating a path into the wilderness. The chrome and trim are excellent, and the tinted glass looks flawless.

This is not the first Pickup we’ve seen from this seller, and they do an admirable job of providing excellent photos of every aspect of each vehicle. The exception is their engine shots, which never give a clear overview. This listing is no different, although piecing together the various images paints a positive picture. They confirm this F-250 sports a 351M V8, a four-speed manual transmission, a dual-range transfer case, power assistance for the steering and front disc brakes, and the factory Tow Package. The 351M was a new addition to the F-250 range for 1977, providing a respectable 160hp. That made this classic an effective tow vehicle or load hauler. The dual-range transfer case and locking hubs made it an ideal choice for those seeking a life of adventure. The seller claims this Ford has 94,000 original miles on the clock but doesn’t mention verifying evidence. They retain the original Owner’s Manual and Service Book, which may support their claim. They describe the engine as strong, and the overall impression is that this is a turnkey proposition for potential buyers.

This F-250’s interior could prove to be one of its high points because its presentation is impressive for a vehicle of this type and age. The Tan cloth and vinyl seatcover shows no signs of appreciable wear or other problems, with the same true of the carpet. It is common to see stains from mud if the vehicle has spent time bashing its way through inhospitable terrain, but there is no evidence of that. The remaining upholstered surfaces and plastic trim are excellent, as are the dash and pad. It isn’t weighed down with factory options, with an aftermarket Alpine radio/cassette player occupying the spot typically reserved for the factory radio.

Examining the supplied photos makes it easy to understand why this 1977 Ford F-250 Ranger has attracted eighteen bids in just over one day. Its presentation is impressive, and its overall condition suggests it needs nothing. There is scope for the bid total and price to climb as the auction heads to its close, but are you tempted to contribute to those totals by making a play for this gem? I wish you luck if you do.