With the growing popularity of classic pickups, solid examples will command plenty of attention when they emerge from hiding. That appears to be the case with this 1975 Ford F100 Ranger XLT. The owner found the Ranger languishing in a southern barn, a spot it had occupied for thirty years. He has coaxed its V8 back to life, and it needs some minor tweaking and tuning before it graces our roads once again. Located in Loris, South Carolina, you will find the F100 listed for sale here on eBay. Twenty-five bids have pushed the price beyond the reserve to $4,550. With the auction ending soon, interested parties will need to act quickly to secure this one.

When the seller located this F100, its previous owner had hidden it in a southern barn for three decades. While the march of time hasn’t been kind to its Sequoia Brown and Chrome Glow paint, it hasn’t had much of an impact on the steel beneath. The panels have scored the types of bruises and marks you would expect on a workhorse, but this pickup is generally pretty straight. While we don’t get a clear look, the seller says that the bed is surprisingly clean and free from the type of damage that comes from heavy items flailing about. However, the best news with this Ford is its lack of rust problems. The panels look remarkable, while the floors and frame feature a coating of surface corrosion. It is heavier on the frame, and while it doesn’t pose an immediate threat, the buyer may choose to treat it before it can deteriorate further. The exterior trim looks good for a pickup of this vintage, although two hubcaps are missing, and the other pair exhibit significant deterioration. The glass is in good order, and it seems that returning this beauty to its factory best could be a satisfying process.

Opening the doors and scanning this F100’s interior seems to reveal a single weak point. There is some visible wear on the driver’s side of the seat, and while a slipcover would disguise the problem, most buyers will probably decide that spending $330 on new seat upholstery would be a wise investment. I admit that I expected more issues in a vehicle of this type and age, but the lack of problems suggests that the previous owner treated this classic with respect. The carpet is in good order, the plastic isn’t dry or crumbling, and the dash and pad show no evidence of cracks or physical damage. The occupants will find life on the road a pleasant experience with the inclusion of an AM radio and air conditioning.

The seller provides no engine photos, but he furnishes plenty of useful information. The engine bay houses a 360ci V8 that produces 145hp. The rest of the drivetrain includes a three-speed automatic transmission, power steering, and power front disc brakes. While that V8 may not pump out mountains of power, its 277 ft/lbs of torque makes the F100 an effective tow vehicle. With this classic featuring a tow hitch, it is a fact worth considering. When the seller located this beauty, it had sat idle for thirty years. He breathed new life into its V8 and replaced the water and fuel pumps. The Ranger runs and drives, but it will require a tune-up and thorough inspection before being classed as genuinely roadworthy. With that work complete, this should be a tough old truck that provides an effortless driving experience.

The beauty of the classic scene is that it offers something for everyone. Take this 1975 F100 Ranger XLT as an example. It probably wouldn’t appeal to a muscle car enthusiast or someone leaning towards classic British sports cars. However, recent sales history and bidding on this gem demonstrate that plenty of people like what they see. It seems a new home is mere days away for this beauty, but could that home be yours?