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Yee-haw! FM's issued another pickup, and it's not another version of the 1940 Ford. Or a Chevy. It's a bee-u-ti-ful rendition of the 1950 GMC Longbed Pickup. Known for truck-like ruggedness and auto-like comfort, "Jimmy" light trucks were at home on the job or on the range. All this was wrapped in modern styling that was to serve this handsome truck for seven years.
FM is closing in fast on DM's "Pickup King" crown with this superlative image. It boasts all the features we look for, working suspension, fully detailed engine and undercarriage, a drop-down tailgate, and a wood-lined bed. All chromed parts are flawless (the windshield wipers alone are works-of-art), as is the glossy, red paint job. But this is merely where the fun begins. FM has included a ½-ton's worth of extras: two sets of side rails, four fence posts, two hay bales, and a lantern. As if these weren't enough, there's a saddle and lasso (really!), a bedroll, and a cowboy hat with removable band. Oh. Don't forget the jug of whiskey(!?) Had enough? Well, don't cry uncle yet. Also included are stick-on 1950 license plates and a reproduction 1950 dealer's brochure (full size). Whew! This seems to be a trend, a la the 1955 Cameo Carrier "Flying A" Pickup, I hope FM continues.
GMC delivered the goods with its sturdy 1950 workhorse. FM delivers the goods, and then some, with this reasonably priced image. If you're a fan of things with beds in the back, you'll want to pick up this pickup. The issue price is $120.00 + S&H. (11/11/1999)
(11/11/1999)
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