1979 Ford F-350 Ranger Super Cab

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Year

1979

Make

Ford

Model

F-350

Odometer

Upon Request

Engine

400 ci. V8

Fuel Type

gasoline

Transmission

automatic

Drivetrain

4×4

VIN / Chassis #

Upon Request

Seller

Merritt Motors

Location

Kannapolis, NC

Title Status

clean

Big, rare, and unmistakably late-’70s Ford. This 1979 F-350 Ranger SuperCab 4×4, offered by Merritt Motors in Kannapolis, North Carolina for $60,000, represents the final and most refined year of the dentside generation. With limited production numbers and a highly specific factory configuration, it’s the kind of truck that doesn’t come around often.

Dentside Era Background: The sixth-generation Ford F-Series, produced from 1973 through 1979, built on earlier platforms but introduced meaningful updates in durability, corrosion resistance, and interior refinement. The fuel tank relocation and improved underbody protection addressed real-world usability, while styling evolved into the now-iconic “dentside” look defined by the body’s character line.

SuperCab & Trim Hierarchy: By 1976, Ford introduced the SuperCab, offering extended interior space without moving to a full crew cab. Trim levels ranged from basic Custom up through Ranger, Ranger XLT, and Ranger Lariat. This example sits in the Ranger tier and includes the Camper Special Package, adding utility-focused upgrades for hauling and towing.

1979 Facelift Details: The final model year brought a cleaner, more modern front end with a single-piece grille, headlights positioned outside the grille, and bold F-O-R-D lettering across the front. It’s a subtle update that significantly sharpened the truck’s presence.

400 cu.-in. V8 Power: Under the hood sits a 400 cu.-in. V8 paired with a Ford C6 automatic transmission. This engine was one of three available in 4×4 F-350s for 1979 and is known for its torque and straightforward, durable design. It’s well-suited for a truck built to haul, tow, and handle real work.

Rare Factory Configuration: Production numbers tell the story here. Approximately 1,685 F-350 SuperCab 4×4 units were produced for 1979, and this truck is reported to be one of just 38 built with this specific combination of options and equipment. That level of rarity puts it firmly into collector territory.

Two-Tone Presentation: Finished in Dark Brown Metallic over Light Sand, the deluxe two-tone paint scheme fits the era perfectly. Paired with factory details like the sliding rear window and chrome accents, it delivers the exact look enthusiasts want from a late dentside Ford.

Why This F-350? This is not just another classic Ford truck. Between the final-year updates, SuperCab configuration, big-block V8, and extremely limited production specs, this F-350 stands out as a highly collectible and usable vintage 4×4.

Key Specifications & Features

Powertrain
400 cu.-in. V8
2-barrel carburetor
Ford C6 automatic transmission

Drivetrain
4×4
3.54 gearing

Packages & Equipment
Ranger Package
Camper Special Package

Interior
Tilt steering wheel
Cruise control
Sliding rear window

Exterior
Deluxe two-tone paint
Dark Brown Metallic and Light Sand

Other Details
One of approximately 1,685 produced for 1979
Reported one of 38 with this configuration
Offered by Merritt Motors
Located in Kannapolis, North Carolina

This is the kind of truck that checks both boxes. It’s rare enough to collect and capable enough to use the way it was intended.

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