If You Do Not Like Trucks, These Models Might Change Your Mind

Volvo L495 Titan

In the ‘50s and ‘60s, Volvo made a lot of classic commercial trucks. This one is the L495 Titan and serves as a great example of these vehicles. This was the first truck that the Swedish company created with air brakes and turbodiesel. It was a great long-distance truck that was used both in Europe and elsewhere.

Volvo L495 Titan

Bedford J1 Fire Truck

Anyone who likes classic trucks will understand the appeal of the 1965 Bedford J1. The specific unit below was used by the new South Wales Fire Brigade. It was distributed in Australia by General Motors-Holden. You will find this truck at the Museum of Fire Collection! Check out if you are ever in the area.

Bedford J1 Fire Truck

Studebaker M-16

You should not believe people who think that utility vehicles are naturally ugly. The 1946 Studebaker Model M-16 Truck 2 will prove them wrong. It was the only one in the series that came with the Commander “Big Six” 226 ci engine and a 6-blade shrouded fan. During the Second World War, the M series was extensively used as military vehicles. This truck is found at the Hays Antique Truck Museum.

Studebaker M 16

Russian Military Truck

This is a war relic that is now in the Museum of Military Equipment in the Garden of Victory. It offers us a good look at the anatomy of a war vehicle. But based on the way the windows look, this is probably just a replica. Even so, this is a great introduction to the fascinating automotive past of Russia.

Russian Military Truck

Ford F-250 Highboy

Over the course of our history, you are going to see that the Ford F Series trucks were used in light and medium duty. They became one of the best-selling vehicles in the United States in 1977. This is one of our favorite models from the series. The Ford-250 Highboy looks incredibly dashing, doesn’t it?

Ford F-250 Highboy

Old Truck, New Bed

Most people probably think of the trucking industry when they look at GMC trucks. It is true that the company made many big and noisy vehicles that will last you a long time. The ultra-clean pickup truck in the photo was fixed up to be a nomad truck. Kudos to the person who renovated this. It looks so good.

Old Truck, New Bed

Jeep Wagoneer

You might have recognized the Jeep Wagoneer even before we told you what it was. The company is getting ready to bring it back soon, and we are thrilled. During its glory days, it earned a reputation as a reliable station wagon. From 1963 to 1993, it was also known as the marque vehicle of the company.

Jeep Wagoneer

Bedford QL

In World War II, Bedford created the QL trucks for the British Armed Forces. This was the first model designed by the company for military use. They were later reused as tow trucks in the late ‘60s. One of the most interesting things about this is that the driver had to sit on top of the engine in the forward control cab. This is notable because this design only gained traction once the war came to an end.

Bedford QL

Willys CJ-2A

Will you look at this open-bodied off-road truck? Willys made the CJ-2A from 1944 to 1986. The automaker produced over a million and a half copies during the 42-year production period. Can you believe that it was originally meant to be a farm vehicle? In the end, it became a military vehicle.

Willys CJ-2A

Volvo N88

We know that it bears similarities with the models that came before it. However, the Volvo N88 had a great engine that was considered revolutionary back in the ‘60s. They made up the ‘System 8’ truck series. These vehicles focused on extended service life, reliability, future developmental opportunity, and weight constraint. You can find the N88 below at the Jack Hartogh Oldtimer Truck Museum.

Volvo N88

1939 La Salle Wines and Champagne Delivery Truck

GMC and Chevrolet did not have trucks with 4WD back in the ‘50s. This was the reason the Northwest Auto Parts Company developed conversion kits that let drivers carry out the transformation on their own. If you ask us, the beer delivery truck below is one of the coolest things on the list.

1939 La Salle Wines And Champagne Delivery Truck

Fargo W300 Power Wagon

Without a doubt, the Fargo W300 Power Wagon is an awesome car. It delights us to see that someone has worked on the restoration of the one in the photo. But how is it named like that? Apparently, they were rebadged into Dodge vehicles after a little while. In the late ‘20s, the Chrysler Corporation bought them. This truck hailed from Canada. Over there, they did not stop using the Fargo name until 1972.

Fargo W300 Power Wagon

Jeep FC-150

Originally, the FC-150 was produced by Willy’s Motors. The company eventually rebranded to Kaiser-Jeep. This new name had been in use from 1956 to 1965. The model in question came with a cab over cap design. It had the Jeep CJ-5 chassis in a new body. A lot of collectors will pay good money for it.

Jeep FC-150

1948 White WA122 COE Streamliner

Do we really need to say more than the fact that this sweet ride is electric? This alone is enough reason to put the 1948 White WA122 COE Streamliner on the list. At the moment, this bad boy is located at a brewery in London, Ontario. If anything, it certainly knows how to make a memorable entrance.

1948 White WA122 COE Streamliner

International Scout II

The International Scout II enjoyed a great deal of popularity in the ‘70s. It was one of the best-known 4WD vehicles at the time. They were in production from April 1971 to 1980. Within that span of time, they made more than half a million units. In reality, the design was made a while back but was frozen.

International Scout II

Ford F-150, But Different

The Ford F-150 in this photo came from the early ‘90s. This is a classic model that has both the body and engine of a workhorse. It does not just look the part because it also walks the talk. This is what happens when you flip it. We hope that the people who drive past them can focus on the road.

Ford F 150, But Different

Ultra-Long Bed Pickup Truck

We have to admit that we do not have a lot of information about this vehicle. However, we would definitely love to hear from you in case you have any leads on it. This is such a rare car that we know nothing about it. Honestly, we want to know why they needed a pickup truck this long.

Ultra-Long Bed Pickup Truck

Jeep Honcho

This rare truck is known as the Jeep Honcho. It was actually offered as a trim package on the J10 pickup truck back in the ‘70s and ‘80s. These packages were only available on short bed and stepside trucks. The company only made 1,264 units of these. We are glad that the owner of this one took care of it.

Jeep Honcho

1956 Powell Sport Wagon

Mid-century trucks are pretty cool. If you like them, it is possible that you are familiar with the Powell Manufacturing Company. This is the 1956 Powell Sport Wagon that was constructed with a fiberglass nose piece, a storage box on the back, an oak front bumper, and a 1941 Plymouth chassis. They are very rare, but the prices are decent. For example, this one went up on Craigslist for lower than $15,000.

1956 Powell Sport Wagon

Dodge D100

All in all, the Dodge D100 was deemed a light truck. The Dodge D series model was made in the hopes of changing the game in the world of pickup trucks back then. The world was introduced to the world back in 1964. A lot of people, we included, find it too similar-looking to the Dude Sport Trim Package.

Dodge D100

Ford Baja Bronco

The Ford Bronco was in production from 1966 to 1996. This package came out in 1971 and was offered via dealerships. The Baja Bronco came with a roll bar, automatic transmission, reinforced bumpers, fender flares, and quick-ratio power steering. Ford introduced a new version just this 2020. Check it out!

Ford Baja Bronco

1956 Mercury 600 Tow Truck

It is true that this truck comes with both the Ford and Mercury emblems. However, there is a good chance that it was a 1956 Mercury 600 Tow Truck. This is a special vehicle since it was not sold outside of Canada. Aside from that, we also like the way it looks. What is not to love about this one?

1956 Mercury 600 Tow Truck

International C120 Utility Fire Truck

It is always amazing to see truck fans who give old units all the TLC they need. This is an International C120 Utility Fire Truck. As far as we know, this is the model that came out either in 1961 or 1962. This vehicle was AWD and came from the Travelette cab version. It is now at Southampton LIRR Station.

International C120 Utility Fire Truck

Dodge Power Wagon

The Dodge Power Wagon spent a lot of time in production. In particular, it was in the production line from 1945 to 1981. In 2005, it made a comeback. Yep, it is still possible to bring a new one home with you if you are so inclined. Just be mindful that it was reintroduced under a new name: the Dodge Room.

Dodge Power Wagon

International KB Series

After the K series, International introduced its KB lineup of trucks. You can tell if a vehicle is part of this series because they will have “wings” from the widened lower grille. This restored KB was pretty unique. After all, restorers added in Toyota 4×4 features and bed liner paint to its IHC chassis.

International KB Series

Dodge Ram Rod Hall Signature Edition

In 1990, Dodge only produced 33 copies of the Dodge Ram Rod Hall Signature Edition. This makes it extremely rare. The package in question had sweet cosmetic enhancements like the branded light fog lights. The brush guard is also a sweet addition. But apart from those, these were pretty standard.

Dodge Ram Rod Hall Signature Edition

Classic Ford Transport Vehicle

Is this a bus or a semi-truck? Good question! If you ask us, it happens to be both at once. The unique vehicle was deployed at the Zurich airport. It would bring passengers from a terminal to the next. This is now at the Swiss Transportation Museum. We would kill to take a ride in it! How cool does it look?

Classic Ford Transport Vehicle

Ken Thomas Ltd Volvo F7

The people in the classic truck scene can wax poetic about the Ken Thomas Ltd Volvo F7. The photo below was shot at the Gaydon Classic Truck Show, which took place in the United Kingdom. It was a limited edition, which means that only a few people got to try them out. We are very jealous of them.

Ken Thomas Ltd Volvo F7

Plymouth PY-50 Pickup

All right, we admit that the Plymouth PT-50 pickup is not as rare as the others on the list. Despite this, it is still a hassle to look for an old one with the original drivetrain. This photo was taken at a car show held in Baltimore, Maryland. We simply can’t get enough of those red and black accents.

Plymouth PY-50 Pickup

Jeep CJ 8 Scrambler

The CJ-8 was introduced by Jeep in 1981. It is also called the Scrambler. If you want to be technical, this was nothing more than a Jeep CJ-7 variant. However, the biggest difference between them would be that the Scrambler came with a long wheelbase. It was in production from 1981 to 1986.

Jeep CJ 8 Scrambler

Bedford S

The Bedford S series came out in the ‘50s. After its launch, it became known as the Big Bedfords. This makes a lot of sense since they had a weight of seven tons. In those days, they were deployed as British emergency fire vehicles. There are certain countries in Africa that still use these trucks.

Bedford S

Jeep Wrangler Renegade

When it was introduced, the Jeep Wrangler was marketed as a compact mid-sized off-road vehicle. In 1986, it debuted at the Chicago Auto Show. The automaker had the “Renegade Décor Group” package from 1990 to 1994. The driver’s door had a small sticker, while the units came in red, white, or black.

Jeep Wrangler Renegade

1939 Plymouth Pickup

A lot of classic truck fans admire the 1939 Plymouth Pickup. After all, it is a classic beauty. How can you not fall in love with its wood frame bed and Plymouth grill? We have to congratulate the person behind the restoration of this car. It is simply stunning. This was shot at the Antique Autos in History Park.

1939 Plymouth Pickup

Jeep FC150

The 1961 Jeep FC150 is not just awesome and rare, but it also happens to be affordable. We know that this is not a common combination. The FC in its name stands for Forward Control. Willy’s Motors, which was later called Kaiser Jeep, made these models. We adore its rugged good looks! What a great car.

Jeep FC150

Mack FR-700

The Mack F series kicked off production in 1962. It was only taken off the lineup in the early ‘80s. The Mack FR-700 was a cabover truck from the third generation. We are guessing that this photo was taken at the Riverina Truck Show. It might be a 1980 model, but do not quote us on that.

Mack FR-700

GMC Syclone

We can see why some people think that the GMC Syclone is simply a high-powered iteration of the GMC Sonoma. These two were, after all, companion models. The model was only produced in 1991. In that year, GMC only made 2,998 copies of it. At the time, it was the fastest stock pickup truck in the world.

GMC Syclone

1942 FWD Co. Snow Plow

Do you want an antique snow plow? If this the case, we would recommend the 1942 FWD Co. Snow Plow. It comes with three-tier line rotary blades that will keep your roads clear. Did you know that it did exactly that for Minnesota for nearly fifty years? Whoa! The government put it up for auction in 2013.

1942 FWD Co. Snow Plow

F-100

Ford debuted the F-100 in 1953. If you compare it to its predecessors, this model had a larger size, an improved chassis, and an updated engine. It is not surprising that it is a dazzler. After all, you can say the same thing for nearly all the cars in this series. The blue paint is a great choice because it is stunning.

F-100

Ford Econoline

In the fall of 1960, Ford debuted the Econoline. It stood apart from the other models in the lineup. This one came with a lightweight design, a 6-cylinder engine, and a unibody construction. The engine is found between and below the mini cab. It was a cheap but capable utility truck used in many industries.

Ford Econoline

Ford Skyranger

We want you to take a good look at the Ford SkyRanger Convertible. It is a beauty! However, it was very hard to get your hands on this since this was not one of the factory offerings. For this reason, it might just be the rarest entry on the list. It has a manual transmission and a V6 engine to go with it.

Ford Skyranger

Lamborghini LM002

A part of its Militaria series, the LM002 was produced by Lamborghini from 1986 to 1993. Can you guess how many units the Italian automaker made for this design? The answer to that question is 328. They were built for military use, but this did not come to fruition since the prototypes were not well-received.

Lamborghini LM002

World War One Army Truck

Honestly, it would be so awesome to own an army truck from the First World War. We do not have enough money to do that, so we will just admire them from afar. Check out this sweet ride. It has been restored many times, but the 3-ton army truck remains as impressive as ever in our opinion.

World War One Army Truck

GMC Sierra Classic Gentleman Jim

How are you not impressed by the GMC Sierra Classic? This luxury truck is sometimes called Gentleman Jim as well. Its black and gold color scheme is the definition of extravagance. If you were wondering, the interior is indeed just as beautiful as the outside. We love how extravagant the woodgrain interior feels!

GMC Sierra Classic Gentleman Jim

Commer Q4

This is the Commer Q4, one of the military vehicles from the British manufacturer. The truth was that Commer made these vehicles for the Second World War. Some of them were still used as military trucks as late as the ‘80s. This company also designed and made diesel engines for heavy duty vehicles.

Commer Q4

International R190 Mover

The International R190 Mover is responsible for shining a light on the heavy-duty trucks by the company. The R series saw usage in anything that involves heavy hauling back in the ‘50s. International saw a lot of success with the model in question. The blue R190 Mover was restored to its old glory.

International R190 Mover

Mercedes L319

The L319 was a popular lightweight commercial vehicle back in the ‘50s and the ‘60s. Mercedes offered a variety of body styles. There were minuses and vans, among other things. The truth is that you can still find the latter in use to this day. However, it is not easy to look for the pickup variant nowadays.

Mercedes L319

Jeep Gladiator

The automaker debuted the Gladiator in 1962. It came with the frontend architecture of the Jeep Wagoneer. This stayed in the production line for more than 25 years! It had minor mechanical changes during that time period as well. This was a camper shell, but the model had three more variants.

Jeep Gladiator

Austin 1800 Utility

You can argue that the Austin 1800 Utility is not really a truck because of its size. This tiny vehicle was built and designed in the Land Down Under. If you are Aussie, there is no way you do not know this. It is also called a “Ute.” This vehicle is popular since it is both functional and comfortable.

Austin 1800 Utility

Studebaker Champ

The Studebaker Champ was in production from 1960 until 1964. During that time, the automaker was going through a bad time. It hoped that lightweight pickups would improve the state of things. They made the Champ with existing components, but it was a success. Sadly, minimal changes brought the sales down, so the company was bought out in the end. Fun fact: the Champ was the first vehicle with sliding back windows.

Studebaker Champ