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1996 Ford F-150 XLT
$25,000
Year
1996Make
FordModel
F-150Odometer
67,912Engine
5.0L V8Fuel Type
gasolineTransmission
automaticDrivetrain
4×4VIN / Chassis #
1FTEF14N5TLB56165Seller
private partyLocation
Shelby, NCTitle Status
clean
Offered for sale by private party out of Shelby, North Carolina, this 1996 Ford F-150 XLT is a highly desirable OBS Ford finished in the right configuration: short bed, four-wheel drive, and powered by the legendary 5.0L V8 paired with an automatic transmission. Showing just 67,000 original miles and carrying a clean CARFAX, this rust-free southern truck has spent its life in North Carolina, Tennessee, and Florida and remains impressively original throughout, including original paint everywhere except the hood. Additional highlights include locking Warn hubs, newer all-terrain tires, Magnaflow dual exhaust, upgraded audio, cold A/C, and fully functioning electronics, making this XLT a clean, usable classic offered at $25,000.
- OBS Ford Legend: The ninth-generation Ford F-Series (commonly referred to today as the “OBS” Ford) has become one of the most collectible American truck platforms of the 1990s thanks to its timeless styling, simplicity, and durability. By 1996, Ford had refined the platform into one of the best all-around full-size pickups of the era, balancing rugged capability with comfortable everyday usability.
- Proven 5.0 V8 Power: Under the hood is Ford’s proven 5.0L V8, an engine known for its reliability, broad aftermarket support, and classic small-block character. Power is sent through an automatic transmission and four-wheel-drive system with locking Warn hubs, while the Magnaflow dual exhaust gives the truck a deeper, more aggressive tone without compromising drivability.
- Clean Southern Body: This short-bed F-150 benefits from long-term southern ownership history in Tennessee, Florida, and North Carolina, helping preserve its rust-free condition over nearly three decades. The truck rides on newer all-terrain tires and retains its original paint throughout with the exception of the hood, giving it the kind of honest presentation enthusiasts increasingly seek in clean OBS Ford survivors.
- Classic XLT Interior: Inside, the cloth XLT interior maintains the comfortable and practical layout that made these trucks so popular throughout the 1990s. Upgraded audio equipment including an aftermarket deck and speakers modernizes the driving experience, while the seller notes that all electronics function properly and the air conditioning blows cold.
- Low-Mile Survivor: The clean CARFAX shows no accidents or damage reported and documents ownership history across multiple southern states along with documented service records over the years. Recent maintenance includes a crankshaft position sensor replacement in 2025 and a new battery installed in May 2026, while the truck’s 67,000 original miles further enhance its appeal to collectors and OBS Ford enthusiasts alike.
Clean, low-mile OBS Ford trucks continue to become increasingly difficult to find, especially in desirable short-bed 4x4 configurations with rust-free southern history and largely original presentation. This 1996 Ford F-150 XLT checks all the right boxes for buyers searching for a collectible yet usable classic truck: dependable 5.0L V8 power, desirable short-bed layout, tasteful upgrades, clean history, and the kind of honest condition that hasn’t been lost to over-restoration or excessive modification. Whether you’re looking for a weekend cruiser, vintage daily driver, or a clean OBS platform to preserve and enjoy, this F-150 offers the right blend of originality, utility, and long-term desirability.
Powertrain & Drivetrain
Powertrain & Drivetrain
- 5.0L V8 engine
- Automatic transmission
- Four-wheel drive
- Locking Warn hubs
- Magnaflow dual exhaust
Exterior Features & Equipment
- XLT trim package
- Short-bed configuration
- Original paint except hood
- Rust-free southern truck
- Newer all-terrain tires
- Clean OBS Ford body style
Interior Features & Upgrades
- Cloth interior
- Upgraded audio system
- Aftermarket deck
- Upgraded speakers
- Cold air conditioning
- All electronics functioning properly
Ownership & History
- 67,000 original miles
- Clean CARFAX report
- No accidents or damage reported
- Southern ownership history in Tennessee, Florida, and North Carolina
- Crankshaft position sensor replaced in 2025
- New battery installed May 2026
This clean, rust-free 1996 Ford F-150 XLT is available now. Contact the seller to learn more, schedule a test drive, or make an offer.
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