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Gary in Mozarks · 08-22-2011, 02:17 PM

Im just wondering what most people think, Would you rather have a 39 pickup or a 39 panel truck? Why?

Thanks
Gary

Ron Pilger · 08-22-2011, 02:52 PM

Nothing handier than a pick-up truck. Ive had both and pick-up wins with me. Easier to see out - no claustrophobia when driving long distances.

Vic Piano · 08-22-2011, 03:04 PM

I've got two '39's but they are not trucks.

However, we do have a '51 F-1 Pickup and a '53 F-100 Panel Truck.

I like them both for different reasons.

Clem Clement · 08-22-2011, 03:16 PM

Easier to manage them womens in a peeekup. I'd love a panel as well. Probably to hot inside. Having the sliding rear window in my peeekup sure makes driving a pleasure.

As Vic knows, I had a 40 Merc 4 door convert at one time. The police pulled me over for having toooo many womens in that thing.
Clem, with a tear in his eye

Vic Piano · 08-22-2011, 04:13 PM

Clem, didn't Panel Trucks get used to transport “womens” of questionable repute at one time?

Django · 08-22-2011, 04:51 PM

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Probably a pickup. Unless the Panel was actually a sedan delivery, which would top either choice.

Clem Clement · 08-22-2011, 04:58 PM

These womens weren't of questionabe nuthin! (Maybe in my dreams...Turns out one of em was packin

Ken Crans · 08-22-2011, 05:49 PM

Clem, You have all the fun!! I had 2 F-1 Panels and about 10 pickups. I used to like panels alot, but the the pickup is more practical. Never owned a 38/39 but i know where one is! wifey says no more trucks Wha!!

Clem Clement · 08-22-2011, 06:42 PM

If fun is what you bring to the picnic, then fun is what all will have. Me: I'm jus tryin to hep folks a bit

39portlander · 08-22-2011, 06:43 PM

I like my "peeekup". It's got an 8' bed that does'nt have to be made

Alway's like to see that 51 F-1 Vic, that is my favorite grill.

ken1939 · 08-22-2011, 07:04 PM

My Oh My, Zephyr Convertible...... The right year to! God has smiled on you. I missed a chance at one 25 years ago for 15K and it was a builder. Sigh...

I was never a big fan of panels, at least not that early. Big bulbus vehicles, Pick-ups sexier if you can imagine.

As the other post about which year, I am partial to the Aussie Ute.

Vic Piano · 08-22-2011, 07:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 39portlander

I like my "peeekup". It's got an 8' bed that does'nt have to be made

Alway's like to see that 51 F-1 Vic, that is my favorite grill.

Thanks, I appreciate that.

Vic Piano · 08-22-2011, 07:12 PM

[QUOTE=ken1939;260583]My Oh My, Zephyr Convertible...... The right year to! God has smiled on you. I missed a chance at one 25 years ago for 15K and it was a builder. Sigh...

Yes, I consider myself very fortunate to have the '39 Zephyr Convertible Club Coupe, I've been collecting everything she needs and I'm getting close to starting her restoration. Vic

41ford1 · 08-22-2011, 07:46 PM

I couldn't decide. So I have one of each. '41 pickup and a '53 Courier. I thinking the Courier counts as a panel truck.
BTW I've had the privilege of riding in Vic's Zephyr. That is one great car the way it sits now. It won't take much restoration to make it perfect.

jim1932 · 08-22-2011, 08:25 PM

When I was younger I would have said the panel.....with heavy springs and a waterbed in the back....hehe.

Now I'd rather have the pickup.......

Pete Fl/Wi · 08-22-2011, 08:41 PM

I have a 39 pickup "bull nose" and a 51 pickup "buck teeth". Been told others think they are the two ugliest Ford trucks. Now working on a 40 panel. Been told one of the prettiest front ends. I got it covered.
Pete

34pickup · 08-22-2011, 08:47 PM

Pickup. Most versatile of all vehicles if you only need two seats. I have 5 now. A ute is also a good vehicle.

BIG MIKE · 08-22-2011, 09:06 PM

Another bloody tank mate!

Lawson Cox · 08-22-2011, 09:12 PM

A "Pee Cup" naturally. They are more practical. IMHO

47Bill · 08-22-2011, 09:14 PM

I had a 41 panel and it was like driving around with in an oven in the summertime.

Vic Piano · 08-23-2011, 06:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pete Fl/Wi

I have a 39 pickup "bull nose" and a 51 pickup "buck teeth". Been told others think they are the two ugliest Ford trucks. Now working on a 40 panel. Been told one of the prettiest front ends. I got it covered.
Pete

Pete, your '51 is the best looking "ugly" truck I've ever seen

. Vic

41panelmark · 08-23-2011, 09:30 PM

Well I like the pickups and panels. I have been driving mine in 95+ temps and not had a problem with overheating in my seat so far. I have to pay more attention to both mirrors though.

55 dude · 08-26-2011, 06:41 PM

panel for sure! at 6' 6" pickup is really cramped!

joe plumber · 08-26-2011, 06:54 PM

I would rather have one of each,I'm not pickey .

Henry/Kokomo · 08-26-2011, 07:24 PM

I vote pickup. Would love to have one. A lot more versatile than a panel, IMHO.

John Kennedy · 08-27-2011, 08:19 AM

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It depends what I need from Home Depot that day!

I have a '72 Chevy Pickup, and a '50 Suburban. I guess in a 1939 I'd want a pickup.

bbrust · 08-28-2011, 10:01 AM

My vote goes to a 39 Sedan Delivery. It's a Standard and my wife thinks it's ugly so it doesn't get much shop time. It seems to be a good place to store parts such as old seats. Bob

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Frank The Plumber · 09-03-2011, 12:30 PM

I know that you are a big guy, 6 foot plus and nearly 300 if I remember correctly. There is no way a man your size is going to be comfortable in a pick up truck cab. Plus I am biased since I have a panel already.

biggeorge · 09-03-2011, 08:45 PM

Both!!

Modifieddriver · 09-05-2011, 05:47 PM

Owning a '40 Pickup and a '47 Sedan Delivery, I'd have to say the sedan delivery is the most practical, but the pickup is more fun to drive.

In fact, so practical, I bought my first new car in 41 years, using the '47 as a guide. My choice was a Chevy HHR Panel with no rear side windows or rear seats. Perfect for swap meets, which is what I used the '47 for. Get tired, pull over and take a snooze in the back if your not carrying a load. If you're loaded it's still good for doin' the same thing

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08-22-2011, 02:17 PM	#1
Gary in Mozarks Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Vienna Mo Posts: 232	What would you rather have? Pickup or Panel? Im just wondering what most people think, Would you rather have a 39 pickup or a 39 panel truck? Why? Thanks Gary

08-22-2011, 02:52 PM	#2
Ron Pilger Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Camrose, Alberta Posts: 396	Re: What would you rather have? Pickup or Panel? Nothing handier than a pick-up truck. Ive had both and pick-up wins with me. Easier to see out - no claustrophobia when driving long distances.

08-22-2011, 03:04 PM	#3
Vic Piano Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Odessa, FL Posts: 7,611	Re: What would you rather have? Pickup or Panel? I've got two '39's but they are not trucks. However, we do have a '51 F-1 Pickup and a '53 F-100 Panel Truck. I like them both for different reasons. __________________ Imagination is more important than knowledge.

08-22-2011, 03:16 PM	#4
Clem Clement Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Fairfax, VA Posts: 3,393	Re: What would you rather have? Pickup or Panel? Easier to manage them womens in a peeekup. I'd love a panel as well. Probably to hot inside. Having the sliding rear window in my peeekup sure makes driving a pleasure. As Vic knows, I had a 40 Merc 4 door convert at one time. The police pulled me over for having toooo many womens in that thing. Clem, with a tear in his eye

08-22-2011, 04:13 PM	#5
Vic Piano Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Odessa, FL Posts: 7,611	Re: What would you rather have? Pickup or Panel? Clem, didn't Panel Trucks get used to transport “womens” of questionable repute at one time? __________________ Imagination is more important than knowledge.

08-22-2011, 04:51 PM	#6
Django Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Forest Park, IL Posts: 590	Re: What would you rather have? Pickup or Panel? Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) Probably a pickup. Unless the Panel was actually a sedan delivery, which would top either choice. __________________ Obsessed with all things 1936 Ford since birth... thanks Dad.

08-22-2011, 04:58 PM	#7
Clem Clement Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Fairfax, VA Posts: 3,393	Re: What would you rather have? Pickup or Panel? These womens weren't of questionabe nuthin! (Maybe in my dreams...Turns out one of em was packin

08-22-2011, 05:49 PM	#8
Ken Crans Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Highland,MI Posts: 1,196	Re: What would you rather have? Pickup or Panel? Clem, You have all the fun!! I had 2 F-1 Panels and about 10 pickups. I used to like panels alot, but the the pickup is more practical. Never owned a 38/39 but i know where one is! wifey says no more trucks Wha!!

08-22-2011, 06:42 PM	#9
Clem Clement Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Fairfax, VA Posts: 3,393	Re: What would you rather have? Pickup or Panel? If fun is what you bring to the picnic, then fun is what all will have. Me: I'm jus tryin to hep folks a bit

08-22-2011, 06:43 PM	#10
39portlander Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Suth'N Maine Posts: 1,996	Re: What would you rather have? Pickup or Panel? I like my "peeekup". It's got an 8' bed that does'nt have to be made Alway's like to see that 51 F-1 Vic, that is my favorite grill.

08-22-2011, 07:04 PM	#11
ken1939 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Pittsburgh Posts: 271	Re: What would you rather have? Pickup or Panel? My Oh My, Zephyr Convertible...... The right year to! God has smiled on you. I missed a chance at one 25 years ago for 15K and it was a builder. Sigh... I was never a big fan of panels, at least not that early. Big bulbus vehicles, Pick-ups sexier if you can imagine. As the other post about which year, I am partial to the Aussie Ute.

08-22-2011, 07:12 PM	#13
Vic Piano Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Odessa, FL Posts: 7,611	Re: What would you rather have? Pickup or Panel? [QUOTE=ken1939;260583]My Oh My, Zephyr Convertible...... The right year to! God has smiled on you. I missed a chance at one 25 years ago for 15K and it was a builder. Sigh... Yes, I consider myself very fortunate to have the '39 Zephyr Convertible Club Coupe, I've been collecting everything she needs and I'm getting close to starting her restoration. Vic __________________ Imagination is more important than knowledge.

08-22-2011, 07:46 PM	#14
41ford1 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: ManchVegas, New Hampshah Posts: 1,589	Re: What would you rather have? Pickup or Panel? I couldn't decide. So I have one of each. '41 pickup and a '53 Courier. I thinking the Courier counts as a panel truck. BTW I've had the privilege of riding in Vic's Zephyr. That is one great car the way it sits now. It won't take much restoration to make it perfect.

08-22-2011, 08:25 PM	#15
jim1932 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Hancock, MA Posts: 2,781	Re: What would you rather have? Pickup or Panel? When I was younger I would have said the panel.....with heavy springs and a waterbed in the back....hehe. Now I'd rather have the pickup.......

08-22-2011, 08:47 PM	#17
34pickup Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Huntsville Al Posts: 1,526	Re: What would you rather have? Pickup or Panel? Pickup. Most versatile of all vehicles if you only need two seats. I have 5 now. A ute is also a good vehicle.

08-22-2011, 09:06 PM	#18
BIG MIKE Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Boston, Mass Posts: 358	Re: What would you rather have? Pickup or Panel? Another bloody tank mate!

08-22-2011, 09:12 PM	#19
Lawson Cox Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Above the gnat line in Georgia Posts: 7,009	Re: What would you rather have? Pickup or Panel? A "Pee Cup" naturally. They are more practical. IMHO

08-22-2011, 09:14 PM	#20
47Bill Junior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: No Va Posts: 5	Re: What would you rather have? Pickup or Panel? I had a 41 panel and it was like driving around with in an oven in the summertime.

08-23-2011, 09:30 PM	#22
41panelmark Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Colorado Posts: 1,264	Re: What would you rather have? Pickup or Panel? Well I like the pickups and panels. I have been driving mine in 95+ temps and not had a problem with overheating in my seat so far. I have to pay more attention to both mirrors though.

08-26-2011, 06:41 PM	#23
55 dude Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 359	Re: What would you rather have? Pickup or Panel? panel for sure! at 6' 6" pickup is really cramped!

08-26-2011, 06:54 PM	#24
joe plumber Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 820	Re: What would you rather have? Pickup or Panel? I would rather have one of each,I'm not pickey .

08-26-2011, 07:24 PM	#25
Henry/Kokomo Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Kokomo, Indiana Posts: 1,731	Re: What would you rather have? Pickup or Panel? I vote pickup. Would love to have one. A lot more versatile than a panel, IMHO.

08-28-2011, 10:01 AM	#27
bbrust Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Greencastle, PA Posts: 227	Re: What would you rather have? Pickup or Panel? My vote goes to a 39 Sedan Delivery. It's a Standard and my wife thinks it's ugly so it doesn't get much shop time. It seems to be a good place to store parts such as old seats. Bob P6140040.jpg P6140038.jpg

09-03-2011, 12:30 PM	#28
Frank The Plumber Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 693	Re: What would you rather have? Pickup or Panel? I know that you are a big guy, 6 foot plus and nearly 300 if I remember correctly. There is no way a man your size is going to be comfortable in a pick up truck cab. Plus I am biased since I have a panel already.

09-03-2011, 08:45 PM	#29
biggeorge Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Merrimac Mass Posts: 161	Re: What would you rather have? Pickup or Panel? Both!!

09-05-2011, 05:47 PM	#30
Modifieddriver Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Moonville, USA, just south of Greenville, SC Posts: 111	Re: What would you rather have? Pickup or Panel? Owning a '40 Pickup and a '47 Sedan Delivery, I'd have to say the sedan delivery is the most practical, but the pickup is more fun to drive. In fact, so practical, I bought my first new car in 41 years, using the '47 as a guide. My choice was a Chevy HHR Panel with no rear side windows or rear seats. Perfect for swap meets, which is what I used the '47 for. Get tired, pull over and take a snooze in the back if your not carrying a load. If you're loaded it's still good for doin' the same thing .