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Ford F100 1979
The 1979 Ford F100 carries a braked towing capacity of up to 1800 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
The Ford F100 is also known as the Ford Lobo (Mexico and the 1992–present) in markets outside Australia.
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Ford F100 1979 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 1979 Ford F100 will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted.
Ford F100 Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
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base | Ute | — | 16x7 inches | — | 16x7 inches | |
base | Ute | — | 15x6 inches | — | 15x6 inches | |
(4X4) | Ute | — | 15x700 inches | — | 15x700 inches |
Ford F100 1979 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 1979 Ford F100 are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1960mm x 1796mm and can vary on the basis of model.
Ford F100 Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
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base | Ute | 1796x1960x4879 mm | — |
Ford F100 1979 Towing capacity
The Ford F100’s towing capacity ranges from 0kg to 1800kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
Ford F100 Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity | |
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base | Ute | 4.1L,Leaded,4 SP MAN | 0kg | |
base | Ute | 4.1L,Leaded,3 SP AUTO | 0kg | |
base | Ute | 5.8L,Leaded,4 SP MAN | 1800kg | |
base | Ute | 5.8L,Leaded,3 SP AUTO | 1800kg |
Ford F100 1979 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Ford F100 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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Approximate value of a 1966 Ford F100?
These older Ford pick-ups are actually quite collectible now with a big following that is prepared to pay big money for the right example. The main factor in value these days is the overall condition of the F100. Specifically the body and whether it's rusty or not. Rust was the big killer of these vehicles which were originally designed and built for the throw-away North American domestic market. Throw in the fact that they were first sold as workhorses and you can understand why the ones that have survived are worth money.
The chassis must also be sound if the vehicle is to have a future and the driveline will determine value, too; the bigger the V8 engine, the more collectible the vehicle is.
With all that in mind, you might pay a few hundred dollars for a very rusty, incomplete box of bits, all the way to $60,000 or even more for a restored example in really nice condition. Values in the collector car market are continuing to fall post-Covid, but the arrival of the all-new Ford F-150 won't hurt the values of these old girls one bit.
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Ford F100 1981: Towing
1800kg does seem low, but it’s before manufacturers began giving their vehicles a towing rating. I suggest you contact your state registration authorities or the RACQ and ask them.
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Full restoration or hot-up F100?
Start by writing to classic Ford car clubs and letting them know you want to sell it, take it to classic Ford gatherings with a 'For Sale' sign on it, and advertise it in a classic car magazine like 'Just Cars'.
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Truck or treasure?
IF YOU were talking about a '56 F100, then I would say it would increase in value. They're popular with hot rodders, but yours is unlikely to increase in value over time. It's not a highly sought-after model and, to be honest, I would drive it into the ground or get out of it before the rust overtakes it.
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Ford F100 1979 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 1979 Ford F100 is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Ford F100 is available with the following fuel type: Leaded.
Ford F100 Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
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(4X4) | Ute | 5.8L,Leaded,3 SP AUTO 4X4 | — | |
(4X4) | Ute | 5.8L,Leaded,4 SP MAN 4X4 | — | |
base | Ute | 4.1L,Leaded,3 SP AUTO | — | |
base | Ute | 5.8L,Leaded,3 SP AUTO | — |