1978 FORD F250

1978 Ford F-250 Crew Cab Short Bed 4x4 – 545ci Big Block | ZF5 5-Speed | Crew Cab Short Bed

This 1978 Ford F-250 Crew Cab Short Bed is far from your average dentside Ford. Built around a massive 545 cubic inch big block Ford, this truck combines serious horsepower, heavy-duty drivetrain components, and one of the most desirable body styles in the classic truck market: the Crew Cab Short Bed.

With a ZF5 5-speed manual transmission, limited-slip differentials front and rear, and a long list of performance and towing upgrades, this truck was built to be driven, worked, and enjoyed.

Engine & Performance

• 545ci Ford big block

• D9TE block

• .030 over bore

• 6.7-inch H-beam connecting rods

• Forged pistons

• Hydraulic roller camshaft

• Roller rocker arms

• Long-tube headers

• True dual 3-inch exhaust

• Serious street and towing power

Transmission & Drivetrain

• ZF5 5-speed manual transmission

• NP1356 transfer case

• 3.55 gears

• Limited-slip front differential

• Limited-slip rear differential

• Sterling 10.50 rear axle

• 4x4 drivetrain

Suspension & Chassis

• Super Duty rear leaf springs

• Overload spring package

• Heavy-duty towing setup

• Built for hauling and long-distance driving

Towing Equipment

• B&W Turnover Ball gooseneck hitch

• 7-wire RV plug in bed

• 7-wire RV plug at rear bumper

• Ready for trailers, campers, and equipment hauling

Interior

• 1997 F-250 seats installed

• Crew Cab configuration

• Comfortable seating for family and friends

• Functional driver-focused layout

Exterior

• Desirable Crew Cab Short Bed configuration

• Classic dentside Ford styling

• Strong road presence

• Increasingly difficult body style to find

Additional Notes

• Very nice truck according to seller

• Rare Crew Cab Short Bed platform

• Excellent candidate for:

  • towing

  • road trips

  • truck shows

  • collector ownership

  • classic Ford enthusiasts

The combination of a built 545, ZF5 manual transmission, and Crew Cab Short Bed body style makes this one of the more unique classic Ford truck builds you'll come across.

Purchase & Shipping

This vehicle is not currently owned by Butter Classics LLC but will be purchased by us upon buyer commitment. Butter Classics serves as a licensed dealer facilitating the purchase from a third-party seller.

We take possession of title and handle all funds to ensure a secure transaction. Pricing listed reflects our retail sale price and may include sourcing, inspection, transportation, and processing fees.

Vehicle is not located in Boise, Idaho.

Shipping available to the lower 48 states for a flat rate of $850.

Dealer doc fee of $595 applies.

All vehicle details, including engine specifications, modifications, mileage, photos, and descriptions are based on seller-provided information and are believed to be accurate but not guaranteed. Buyers are encouraged to perform their own inspections and due diligence prior to purchase.