So, the other day I was thinking about getting an old truck. Nothing fancy, just something to haul stuff around and maybe take on some weekend projects. That’s when I stumbled upon this 1975 International pickup truck. Yeah, you heard that right, a 1975 model!
I started digging around, trying to learn more about these International trucks. I found out that International Harvester, the company that made them, was a big deal back in the day. They started making trucks way back in 1909, over a hundred years ago! These trucks were super popular with farmers and businesses alike, basically anyone who needed a tough vehicle. But it appears that some people say they are not very good.
My search began with a simple online search. I typed in “1975 International Pickup Truck” and started browsing through the results. I found forum posts, old ads, and even some articles talking about the history of International Harvester. I felt like I was traveling back in time!
Then, I got into the specifics of the 1975 model. Some said that this 1975 pickup was part of a redesigned lineup that International Harvester introduced in 1969. But after that, only about 6,000 were produced in 1975, because they stopped producing it in May of that year.
I learned that you could tell the year of the truck from the chassis number. Apparently, it’s usually found in two places: on the data plate and stamped on the left front frame rail behind the bumper. Good to know if I ever needed to verify the year, right?
The next step was to find one for sale. After looking at some online listings, I finally found one that caught my eye. It was located in Princeton, North Carolina. The ad said, “You won’t win any beauty prizes with this truck, at least in it’s current state, but you will have an honest pickup that looks the part!” That sounded like my kind of truck – honest and rugged.
I decided to go for it and contacted the seller. We chatted for a bit, and I got some more details about the truck’s condition. He told me that it had been sitting for a while and needed some work, but the engine was still solid. He sent over some more pictures, and I could see that it definitely had that “old-school cool” vibe.
After some back and forth, we agreed on a price. I made the drive to Princeton, and there it was – a 1975 International pickup truck, just waiting for a new owner. I checked the chassis number to make sure it matched the data plate, and everything checked out.
I started the engine, and it rumbled to life. It definitely needed some work, but I could tell it had potential. I took it for a short test drive around the block, and it felt surprisingly solid. It was a bit bumpy, but hey, it’s a 1975 truck!
After the test drive, I paid the seller, and just like that, I was the proud owner of a 1975 International pickup truck. It’s not perfect, but I’m excited to start working on it and bring it back to its former glory. It’s going to be a fun project, and I can’t wait to see what this old truck can do.
I’ve already started ordering some parts and making plans for the restoration. It’s going to be a lot of work, but I think it’ll be worth it in the end. I’m not trying to turn it into a show truck or anything, just want to make it reliable and maybe give it a fresh coat of paint.
Here’s what I’ve done so far:
- Found a 1975 International pickup truck for sale online.
- Contacted the seller and gathered information about the truck.
- Traveled to Princeton, North Carolina to inspect the truck in person.
- Verified the chassis number and took it for a test drive.
- Purchased the truck and brought it home.
- Started ordering parts and making plans for the restoration.
It’s been quite an adventure so far, and I’m sure there will be plenty more stories to tell as I work on this old truck. I’ll be sure to share updates as I go along. Who knows, maybe I’ll even start a blog about it! Wish me luck on this journey with my new (old) 1975 International pickup truck!
