1967

The 1967 Ford F-100 was a ground-up redesign that introduced the fifth generation, known among enthusiasts as the “Bumpside” for the prominent character line running along the bedsides. This was the most significant visual and structural change to the F-100 since the 1961 redesign, and it set the tone for Ford trucks through 1972. The new body was wider, lower, and more squared-off than the fourth generation it replaced, giving the truck a more substantial road presence and a look that leaned closer to contemporary passenger cars.

The cab was entirely new and notably larger than the outgoing model. Ford increased the interior width by several inches, providing three-across bench seating that could accommodate full-size adults without the cramped quarters that had characterized earlier trucks. The windshield was larger, improving forward visibility, and the doors were wider for easier entry and exit. The dashboard received a complete redesign with a more modern instrument layout and improved controls. The Custom Cab option returned as the premium interior package, offering upgraded upholstery, additional insulation, and extra chrome trim.

Under the hood, Ford offered a straightforward engine lineup for the first year of the new generation. The base engine was the 240 cubic-inch inline six, producing 150 horsepower and adequate torque for light-duty work. Buyers who needed more pulling power could step up to the 300 cubic-inch six, a larger inline engine rated at 170 horsepower that delivered substantially more low-end torque. The sole V8 option for 1967 was the 352 cubic-inch FE, producing 208 horsepower in truck tune. The 352 had been a reliable performer in Ford trucks since 1960 and continued to offer a strong balance of power and durability.

Transmission choices included the standard 3-speed manual, an optional 4-speed manual for heavy-duty applications, and the C6 three-speed automatic. The C6 was a heavy-duty unit shared with Ford’s larger vehicles and proved to be one of the most durable automatic transmissions Ford ever built.

The chassis retained the twin I-beam independent front suspension that Ford had introduced in the fourth generation, a design that provided a superior ride compared to competing solid-axle trucks. Two wheelbase lengths were offered: 117 inches for the short bed and 131 inches for the long bed. Both Styleside and Flareside bed configurations were available, though the Styleside continued to outsell the stepside Flareside by a wide margin.

Production reached approximately 174,842 units for the 1967 model year, a strong debut for the new design. The Bumpside F-100 arrived at a time when the American truck market was shifting, with more buyers purchasing pickups for personal transportation rather than strictly commercial use. Ford’s decision to make the cab wider and more comfortable reflected this trend, and the 1967 model established a template that would serve the F-100 well through the end of the generation.