With the dramatic changes brought about in the 1940 model year, Ford trucks for 1941 were modified only slightly in appearance. All references to the V-8 engine on the tailgate, hub caps, and hood ornamentation were deleted as four- and six-cylinder engines were also available. New styling details included revised instrument cluster graphics, parking lamp lenses, hood nose moldings, and side nameplates.

The 1941 models also shared the good looks of Ford’s passenger car models – the family resemblance was undeniable. In anticipation of the coming world conflict, Ford truck production topped one million units for the first time in history shattering the previous record set four years earlier. Production might actually have been higher were it not for a series of strikes by FoMoCo employees which lead to the signing of Ford’s first domestic union contract on June 20, 1941. In addition, Ford was one of three bidders awarded a U.S. Army contract to supply 1,500 ¼-ton reconnaissance and command cars – the vehicle which would soon become known as the Jeep.

This Black on black example, though stock appearing, is fitted with a ’53 Mercury engine that has been “hot rodded” for added performance and the mileage shown on the odometer is actual. In addition, it is equipped with a driver-side mounted A-pillar spotlight, Ford fog lights on the front bumper, wide whitewall bias ply tires on steel wheels with bright stainless trim rings and center caps. The consigner describes it as having perfect paint and a very nice interior, too!