A freshly restored 1970 Ford F-250 has ignited conversation among truck fans after selling for $120,000—more than double the cost of a brand-new 2025 model. The striking result came through a Bring a Trailer auction, where the vintage pickup drew attention not only for its price but for the remarkable work behind its transformation.
The F-250 began life as part of Ford’s growing F-Series in 1970, positioned as the heavier-duty counterpart to the F-150. But decades of pipeline service in Alaska left this truck in weathered condition, far from the pristine example that crossed the auction block. Early photos showed corrosion across the body, missing trim and worn paint, all signs of a long working life. What followed was a three-year, full body-off restoration that revived nearly every component.
The finished product carried a new factory-spec 360-cubic-inch V8, fresh Sky View Blue paint, replacement chrome bumpers and a restored grille. The cabin received equal attention, outfitted with renewed blue vinyl upholstery, updated interior trim and refreshed fittings that recreated the truck’s period-correct appearance. A two-inch Skyjacker suspension lift gave the F-250 a slightly taller stance, while 16-inch steel wheels wrapped in Samson bias-ply tires completed the retro look.
Enthusiasts responding on the auction page praised the quality of the work, calling the truck better than new and highlighting its detailed execution. Some even described the six-figure sale as a deal given the extent of the restoration and the rarity of finding an early F-250 in such condition. With a sale price that tops a Porsche 718 Boxster and far exceeds the roughly $45,600 starting price of a modern F-250, the result underscores the continuing demand for meticulously restored classic trucks.
As the vintage Ford heads to its new owner, it joins a long list of celebrated Blue Oval models that continue to captivate collectors—from the original Mustang to performance icons like the SVT Lightning and modern electric entries such as the Mustang Mach-E. For this F-250, decades of hard labor have now given way to a future that looks far more relaxed—and significantly more glamorous.
Via Bring a Trailer
