While Ford’s first truly dedicated light-duty pickups were based on 1928–1931 Model As, the new V8 models for 1932 revolutionized the concept and trumped archrival Chevrolet’s six-cylinder offerings. Ford’s V8 truck lines soon proved so popular that the long-running four-cylinder engine was cancelled in 1934.

Accompanied by a copy of the original Bill of Sale issued October 8, 1934 by Gardiner Automobile Sales Co. of Maine, this remarkably preserved and highly original 1934 Ford V8 Pickup possesses a delightful history. Purchased new by Oscar Blanchard and used on his dairy farm, the Pickup was later given to Julia Fish, who moved onto Mr. Blanchard’s farm with her husband and two children in 1945 as caretakers to the aging bachelor. A letter on file from prior owner Patty Harvey, one of the daughters of Mr. and Mrs. Fish, documents the family’s nearly 70 years with the Pickup, including family visits, annual pumpkin harvests, shopping expeditions, and even driving lessons. In January 2014, the beloved truck was sold to Ken Tuttle, with a promise to provide loving care for it. The Ford V8 Pickup remained in Maine until January 2019, when Mark Smith acquired it for his noted classic car collection.

Finished in a lovely and patinated dark blue, this 1934 Ford shows a purity of design that has aged so well over the past 89 years. It stands as an incredible reference point for the model and will guarantee its next owner a prized place at any local gathering.

*Please note that this Lot, like all vehicles in this Auction, has been in long-term static storage and may not be currently operational. It will require mechanical attention prior to any road use.

Gooding & Company presents and conducts the Estate of Mark Smith Auction under the authority of John J. Rendemonti, Executor of the Estate of Mark J. Smith, duly appointed by the Circuit Court of the State of New Hampshire, Probate Division, Case Number 312-2022-ET-00072. The Estate has compiled available title and/or registration paperwork for the Vehicles offered in the Auction and will provide such paperwork to the Buyer if it is available. However, as set forth more fully in the Conditions of Sale, neither the Estate nor Gooding makes any representation or warranty with respect to any existing certificate of title or registration with regard to any Lot in the Auction. Any Lot may be sold on a Bill of Sale. By participating in this Auction, all bidders and buyers recognize that Estate and Gooding have expressly disclaimed all such warranties concerning the availability or sufficiency of any title or registration documentation.