1940 FORD PICKUP

For the first time since 1932, Ford trucks shared their styling with Ford's car line. The V shape grille and fender mounted headlights were elements that reflected the classic Lincoln Zephyr. Flathead V-8 engines of either 136 cu. in. at 60 hp and 221 cu. in. at 85 hp provided the power.  

1939 FORD PICKUP

 1939 was the first year Ford trucks were equipped with hydraulic brakes and the last to feature a place for a hand crank. The 1939 model is often referred to as a barrel nose because of the shape of the grill.

1956 FORD F-800 "BIG JOB" FIRETRUCK

Newton Township, Pleasant Hill, Ohio's Engine #6 made its first run to a house fire in 1956 but the fire had progressed too far for the home to be saved. Nine years later a new house was built at that same location. The owner of that house, John Oliver Davis, purchased old #6 in January of 2002 and now both reside at the site where she first saw service. This pumper tanker carries 750 gallons of water. She is powered by a 332 cu. in., Y-block, V-8 with 5 speed transmission.

1963 CHEVROLET STEPSIDE

The 1963 Chevy pickup featured two new six cylinder engines, coil spring front suspension and a restyled grill.

1953 FORD F-100

Today pickups are the best selling models Detroit produces with all the comfort and luxury once reserved for cars. But in 1948, when Ford introduced the first "F" series pickup, the "F1", trucks were expected to work for their living. In 1953, the F-Series was given a classic new style and the F-1, F-2, and F-3 were renamed F-100, F-250, and F-350.

STUDEBAKER 2R PICKUP

Studebaker became famous for producing wagons and carriages in South Bend, Indiana. In the early 1900's they started manufacturing electric vehicles before switching to gasoline power. Eventually a truck line was added to replace their horse drawn wagons. The 2R designed by Robert Bourke was the most popular of Studebaker pickups. The Series was produced from 1949 through 1953.

1953 CHEVROLET 3600

Chevrolet's "Advanced Design" pickups were introduced in 1947. Featuring more cab space, these trucks were the best sellers of the period. The 1953 model was the last to have a split windshield.