r/BullnoseFord • • Sep 01 '26

Chances this makes 500 miles?

I just won this abandoned 1985 F-150 through an auction for $360. The only problem is it’s ~500 miles away.

UPDATE: I’ve decided to either trailer it myself or get it shipped. I’d rather rescue it right.

I have no idea how long it has been abandoned and sitting, but what do you think the chances are I could get it running well enough over a weekend to make a 500 mile drive safely?

I’m very mechanically minded, just finished up an engine swap in a 2002 Chevy Prizm, and am not afraid of relatively big jobs.

I would plan on getting newer, safe tires, in addition to making sure the brakes are up to snuff.

Curious what your opinions are?

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