Tim Allen’s New Toy ~ 1953 Ford F-100 Custom Pickup: FR100

Tim Allen's1953 Ford F-100 Custom Pickup - FR100

Delivery

Delivery of FR100, Tim Allen’s new toy, a 1953 Ford F-100 custom pickup…

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FR100 at Barrett-Jackson 2019 Auction Scottsdale, Arizona

Lot # 1153 ~ $77,000.00

Tim Allens 1953 Ford F100 ~ FR100

This Ford is an older restoration that was built from the ground up and features Ford Racing’s 5.0-liter V8 Cammer crate engine.

Tim Allens 1953 Ford F100 ~ FR100 Engine Bay
Tim Allen’s 1953 Ford F100 ~ FR100 Engine Bay

Built to commemorate it’s 50th anniversary, this 1953 F-100 is the result of a collaboration between Ford Racing Technology and McLaren Performance.

Tim Allens 1953 Ford F100 ~ FR100 Interior

Extensive body modifications were incorporated, along with a list of performance updates. Every major panel, except the hood and doors, was extensively altered, including extending the cab 6″ and shortening the bed.

Tim Allens 1953 Ford F100 ~ FR100 Rear
Tim Allen’s 1953 Ford F100 ~ FR100 Rear

Backing the Cammer engine are custom headers and a dual-exhaust system with two catalysts, a Cobra radiator, a Tremec T56 6-speed manual transmission with a prototype Ford Racing and Centerforce clutch and a custom aluminum-metal matrix driveshaft.

Tim Allens 1953 Ford F100 ~ FR100
Tim Allen’s 1953 Ford F100 ~ FR100

Brembo disc brakes were added at each corner to stop the Goodyear F1 Supercar tires mounted on 18″ BBS wheels.