Pickups are widespread within the U.S. The Ford F-series, for instance, was the best-selling car within the U.S. for over 42 years. However, they’re additionally widespread abroad, and Chevrolet is aware of this. So, the corporate made a pickup truck that the worldwide market would love. However, in contrast to the F-series, that are massive body-on-frame vehicles, Chevy’s worldwide pickup is a smaller compact truck referred to as the Montana, which is about the identical measurement as the Ford Maverick.
This four-door pickup relies on the Chevrolet Tracker, a subcompact crossover out there in Latin America, China, and the Philippines. And what’s nice about this mannequin is that it is out there simply throughout the border in Mexico. The Montana debuted in Brazil in 2023 with a beginning value of 134,490 Brazilian Reals, or about $25,000. This makes it barely extra inexpensive than the $26,315 beginning value of the Maverick XLT. If Chevrolet needs to play the small truck sport, it may well simply achieve this with the Montana.
There are at present three variations of Ford’s F-Series, however when the road began all the way in which again within the late Forties, there have been truly eight totally different fashions of the truck. The names for these eight totally different fashions had been very simple. The lightest of the vehicles was referred to as the F-1 and the heaviest was the F-8, because the remaining six fashions crammed within the hole between the 2. These eight vehicles weren’t all extraordinary passenger pickup vehicles. With the bigger numbers, these had been business vehicles. If you had been to go to a dealership and buy an F-Series truck, it was going to be an F-1, 2, or 3.
In 1953, this single digit identifier was changed, making the bottom weighted F-Series truck the F-100. However, the following two vehicles weren’t referred to as the F-200 and F-300. They had been the F-250 and F-350, that are the mannequin numbers we nonetheless know at present. Why the discrepancy? Well, the F-100 was certainly a renaming, however the F-250 was not. Ford determined to mix the F-2 and F-3 for his or her three-quarter-ton payload pickup truck, and the midway level between the 2 was the F-250. The F-350 was not a renaming of the F-3 however as a substitute a renaming of the F-4. Having your line be F-100, F-250, and F-400 could be quite complicated, so it was referred to as the F-350. That was the F-Series line for a few years.
American car buyers continue to buy trucks of all sizes. The Ford F-Series is leading in sales, but not all models are as successful. Let’s take a look at the truck sales numbers so far in the second quarter of the year, covering every segment from compact to full-size.
Full-Size Trucks Sales Numbers
Model
Q2 Sales
% Change
YTD Sales
% Change
Ford F-Series
212,516
+34.0
382,893
+27.9
Chevrolet Silverado
141,299
-1.2
268,291
+1.6
Ram
117,699
0.0
223,049
-9.0
GMC Sierra
75,810
+21.6
143,008
+20.2
Toyota Tundra
32,084
N/A
59,735
+34.8
Nissan Titan
6,512
N/A
10,500
-5.9
The Ford F-Series is extending its lead over the Chevrolet Silverado in the race for America’s best-selling truck and vehicle. Ford’s pickup sales increased by 34 percent in the second quarter and 27.9 percent for the year. They also sold 4,466 electric F-150 Lightning trucks in Q2, with a total of 8,757 sold so far this year. Chevrolet saw a slight decline of 1.2 percent in Q2 sales, but they are up 1.6 percent for the year.
Ram holds the third position with 117,699 trucks sold, almost the same as Q2 2022. However, sales have decreased by nine percent. The GMC Sierra experienced a significant increase in sales over the last three months, with a 21.6 percent jump. Sierra sales are up 20.2 percent for the year. The Tundra had an even more impressive increase in the first half, with sales up by 34.8 percent so far this year. Nissan only sold 10,500 Titan pickups in the last six months, a decrease of 5.9 percent.
The F-series pick-up truck has a deep-rooted and revered history in America. First developed in 1977, the F-Series has remained the best-selling pickup truck line in the United States and the highest-selling vehicle overall since 1981. The F-100, Ford’s entry-level F-Series pickup truck before the arrival of the F-150, has gained a beloved status despite its lower towing and hauling capacities compared to its successor. Florida-based company Velocity Restorations specializes in restoring and customizing classic American vehicles, including F-Series pickup trucks. After restoring and modifying an F-250 last year, the company has now unveiled a resto-modded F-100 as part of its Signature Series.
The Perfect Blend Of Old-School And Modern
The restoration process of the 5th generation F-100 model (produced between 1967-1972) involved maintaining its original look and silhouette while incorporating modern components. The restomodded F-100 is available in two trims: the standard Signature Edition and the Street Edition. The most notable design change is the integration of JW Speaker LED headlights into the chrome grille, improving illumination and visibility. The Signature Edition also features Custom BASF Glasurit paint, chrome bumpers, and all-new glass and weather seals, while the Street Edition includes vintage-inspired beltline trim, a color-matched Raptor Liner bed liner, and custom-machined exterior billet components.
Revamped Interiors And Jacked Up Performance
The interior of the F-100 retains its retro look while incorporating modern upgrades. Highlights include an adjustable classic wood steering wheel, a custom bench seat, a Velocity-exclusive Dakota Digital gauge cluster, power windows, and various machined billet components. The truck also features an Alpine head unit with a backup camera and a Bluetooth-enabled RetroSound Huntington head unit connected to a Focal speaker system. Under the hood, the F-100 is powered by a Ford Performance 5.0-liter Coyote V-8 engine paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission, delivering 460 horsepower and 420 pound-feet of torque. The chassis and suspension have been upgraded, including a Roadster Shop chassis, Fox coil-overs, a 9.0-inch rear axle, an independent front suspension, and Baer four-piston calipers with 13-inch rotors.
Price, Deliveries, And What’s Next For Velocity
The Signature Edition of the F-100 starts at $279,900, reflecting the meticulous craftsmanship and 14-week production timeline. Velocity Restorations is currently accepting orders for both the Signature and Street Editions, and deliveries are scheduled for fall 2023. The F-100 is the company’s fourth product in the Signature Series, following the Bronco, F-250, and K5 Blazer lines. Velocity Restorations has also teased a resto-modded version of the Ford Mustang and is currently accepting reservations for the first round of F-100s.
The F-Series pick-up truck in America has a deep-rooted history and is highly revered. Developed for the working class or blue-collar workers, the F-Series offered a wide range of design configurations and a practical and versatile vehicle. Since 1977, the F-Series has remained the best-selling pickup truck line in the United States and the highest-selling vehicle overall since 1981.
The F-100 was Ford’s entry-level F-Series pickup truck for over 30 years before the introduction of the F-150. Despite having lower capacities, the F-100 has gained popularity over the years. Velocity Restorations, a Florida-based company specializing in restoring and customizing classic American vehicles, has now restored and modified an F-100 as part of its Signature Series.
The Perfect Blend Of Old-School And Modern
Velocity Restorations
A side view of the 2023 Velocity F-100
The restored F-100 is the 5th generation model produced between 1967-1972. Velocity Restorations has made significant design changes and incorporated modern components while retaining the overall look and silhouette of the original. The Velocity F-100 is available in two trims: the Signature Edition and the Street Edition. The Signature Edition features custom BASF Glasurit paint, chrome bumpers, and all-new glass and weather seals. The Street Edition includes additional details such as vintage-inspired beltline trim and custom-machined exterior billet components.
Revamped Interiors And Jacked Up Performance
Velocity Restorations
A dashboard shot of the 2023 Velocity F-100
The interior of the Velocity F-100 maintains the retro style but has been upgraded with modern components. Features include an adjustable classic wood steering wheel, a custom bench seat, a Velocity-exclusive Dakota Digital gauge cluster, power windows, and machined billet components. The truck also has an Alpine head unit with a backup camera and a Bluetooth-enabled RetroSound Huntington head unit with a Focal speaker system.
Velocity Restorations
The engine shot of the 2023 Velocity F-100
Velocity Restorations has upgraded the mechanicals of the F-100 to enhance its performance. The truck is powered by the Ford Performance 5.0-liter Coyote V-8 paired with Ford’s 10-speed automatic transmission, producing 460 horsepower and 420 pound-feet of torque. The chassis and suspension have been upgraded with features such as Fox coil-overs, a 9.0-inch rear axle, and Baer four-piston calipers with 13-inch rotors for better ride, handling, and stopping power.
Velocity Restorations
Forgeline wheels are available on the Street Edition trim of the Velocity F-100
The F-100 is currently available for order in both the Signature and Street Editions, with prices starting at $279,900. Velocity Restorations aims to deliver a limited number of F-100s in fall 2023. The company is also working on a resto-modded version of the Ford Mustang.
Velocity Restorations CEO remarks, “The F-100 is the latest addition to our lineup, showcasing our team’s dedication and creativity in transforming another vision into reality. We are excited to see these trucks back on the road.”
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