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2,100-Mile 1985 Ford F-150 XLT Lariat 4×4

N No Reserve
A Alumni
Sold for $50,000 on 1/8/21comments-icon196Comments
No Reserve: 2,100-Mile 1985 Ford F-150 XLT Lariat 4×4

This 1985 Ford F-150 was purchased new from Courtesy Ford of Mattydale, New York, and its original owner is said to have passed away less than three years later. The truck subsequently was stored in a garage by the late owner’s wife for the following three decades until the seller acquired it in August 2020 and had it relocated to Georgia. Subsequent service has included rebuilding the carburetor, cleaning the fuel lines, and replacing the fuel tank, brake pads, and battery. Now showing just under 2,100 miles, the pickup is finished in two-tone red over a matching interior, and its carbureted 5.8-liter V8 is paired with a three-speed automatic transmission and a dual-range transfer case. The truck is equipped with the XLT trim package, and additional features include 15″ wheels, a chrome-finished rear bumper with a trailer hitch, a sliding rear window, and a factory cassette player. This regular-cab F-150 is now offered at no reserve with its window sticker, paperwork from the original dealer, its warranty Ownercard, 1980s registration slips, a Deluxe Marti report, a clean Carfax report, and a clean Georgia title in the seller’s name.

No Reserve: 2,100-Mile 1985 Ford F-150 XLT Lariat 4x4

The truck is finished in Tu-Tone Deluxe Bright Canyon Red (2E) and Dark Canyon Red (51), and the tailgate is equipped with aluminum trim and a full-length reflector. Other features include side moldings, chrome trim, door-mounted side mirrors, XLT badging, and a rear bumper with a step and a trailer hitch. The paintwork and exterior trim are shown up close in the photo gallery below.

No Reserve: 2,100-Mile 1985 Ford F-150 XLT Lariat 4x4

Red-striped beauty rings adorn 15″ steel wheels that are mounted with 235/75 Firestone Radial ATX tires. A spare is mounted under the bed, and the front axle has locking hubs. The brake pads have been replaced by the seller.

No Reserve: 2,100-Mile 1985 Ford F-150 XLT Lariat 4x4

The interior of the single cab features a bench seat with Canyon Red cloth upholstery (KD4) and a matching headliner, carpeting, door panels, and seatbelts. Amenities include an AM/FM radio with a cassette player, manual windows, a sliding rear window, a high-output heater, and a digital clock.

No Reserve: 2,100-Mile 1985 Ford F-150 XLT Lariat 4x4

A two-spoke steering wheel is mounted on a tilting column, and its woodgrain accents match the dashboard trim. Instrumentation includes an 85-mph speedometer, a 6k-rpm tachometer, and auxiliary gauges. The five-digit odometer shows just over 2,050 miles, approximately 20 of which have been added by the seller.

No Reserve: 2,100-Mile 1985 Ford F-150 XLT Lariat 4x4

The 5.8-liter (351ci) V8 is equipped with a four-barrel Holley carburetor and was not running when the seller acquired the truck. Subsequent service included replacing the fuel tank and battery, cleaning the fuel lines, changing the oil, and rebuilding the carburetor.

No Reserve: 2,100-Mile 1985 Ford F-150 XLT Lariat 4x4

Power is delivered either to the rear or all four wheels through a column-shifted three-speed automatic transmission and a dual-range transfer case. Additional photos showing the suspension, the chassis, and underbody corrosion are presented in the gallery below.

No Reserve: 2,100-Mile 1985 Ford F-150 XLT Lariat 4x4

The window sticker indicates that the truck was built at the Ontario Truck plant and was delivered new to Courtesy Ford of Mattydale, New York. The factory color scheme and equipment are also listed. The warranty Ownercard and included other paperwork are pictured in the gallery.

No Reserve: 2,100-Mile 1985 Ford F-150 XLT Lariat 4x4

The Deluxe Marti report also shows factory features and notes that the truck was produced on April 4, 1985. Production statistics listed on the report indicate that this was one of 107 examples built with these paint and trim codes.

The Carfax report shows no accidents or other damage and lists registration activity in New York and Georgia. No entries are available from when the vehicle was shipped in 1985 until 2017.

A walk-around video with the truck running is provided above, and the video below shows the interior and driving footage.

Auction Result

Winning Bid USD $50,000 by shelby123
Auction Ended January 8, 2021 at 12:44PM PT
Bids 55
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BaT Essentials

Seller: JNorVintage
Location: Gainesville, Georgia, 30506
Listing Details
  • Chassis: 2FTEF14H9FCB06037
  • 2,100 Miles Shown
  • 5.8L V8
  • 3-Speed Automatic Transmission
  • Dual-Range Transfer Case
  • Two-Tone Canyon Red
  • XLT Lariat Trim
  • Canyon Red Cloth Interior
  • Factory Cassette Player
  • Sliding Rear Window
  • Rear Bumper Hitch
  • 15" Wheels w/ Beauty Rings
  • Window Sticker
  • Deluxe Marti Report
  • Clean Carfax Report
Private Party or Dealer: Private Party
Lot #41546