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[ Home ](/) 2. / [ Generations ](/generations/) 3. / [ 1957-1960 Ford F-100 (3rd Gen): Styleside Bed + Y-Block V8 ](/generations/1957-1960/) 4. / 1960 Ford F-100: Final 3rd Gen, 292 V8 Specs & Values Generation 3 · 1957–1960 # 1960 Ford F-100: Final 3rd Gen, 292 V8 Specs & Values Top Engine 292 Y-Block V8 · 172 hp Wheelbase 110 or 118 in Original MSRP $1,998 Production 105,568 fordf100s.com · Updated July 17, 2026 Jump to Year [ 1957 ](/1957-ford-f100/)[ 1958 ](/1958-ford-f100/)[ 1959 ](/1959-ford-f100/)[ 1960 ](/1960-ford-f100/) Factory Spec Sheet MODEL YEAR 1960 __General Specifications__ | Wheelbase | 110 or 118 in | | ------------------ | ----------------------------------- | | Curb Weight | 3,445 lbs | | Body Styles | pickup, panel, styleside, flareside | | Original MSRP | $1,998 | | Production Numbers | 105,568 | __Engine Options__ | Engine | Displacement | Horsepower | Type | | --------------------- | ------------ | ---------- | -------- | | 223 Mileage Maker Six | 223 ci | 139 hp | inline-6 | | 292 Y-Block V8 | 292 ci | 172 hp | v8 | Available Transmissions - 3-speed manual - 4-speed manual - Ford-O-Matic automatic Sources & Editorial ReviewSource reviewed Reviewed by the [FordF100s.com editorial team](/about/#editorial-standards) on July 17, 2026. The model-year engine applications, horsepower ratings, major design changes, and identification claims were reconciled against period literature and year-specific specialist references. Full-line F-Series applications were excluded when the source did not support an F-100 application. References used 1. [Ford Heritage Vault](https://fordheritagevault.com/) — Ford Motor Company · Factory literaturePeriod brochures, sales literature, and manuals used to check model-year claims. 2. [1957-1960 Ford F-100 buyer guide](https://www.hemmings.com/stories/long-overlooked-this-easy-to-own-hauler-is-rising-in-popularity/) — Hemmings · Specialist reference 3. [1957 Ford F-100 Panel Truck brochure](https://xr793.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/1957-Ford-F-100-Panel-Truck.pdf) — Ford Motor Company · Factory literature Horsepower changed from SAE gross to SAE net reporting for 1972, so figures on opposite sides of that change are not directly comparable. Production totals, weights, prices, option availability, and midyear changes can vary by source and configuration; treat them as reference points, not proof of a specific truck's original equipment. Found a conflict in factory literature or have a better source? See our [corrections process](/about/#corrections). The 1960 Ford F-100 marked the final year of the third generation, closing out a design cycle that had transformed Ford’s half-ton pickup from a utilitarian work truck into a vehicle with broad appeal. The 1960 model carried forward the same basic cab and body that debuted in 1957 while receiving exterior-detail updates before a complete redesign. The 223 cubic-inch Mileage Maker Six continued as the base engine at 139 horsepower, and the 292 cubic-inch [Y-block](/glossary/y-block/) V8 was rated at about 172 horsepower. This was the final model year for this combination in the third-generation F-100\. The 352 shown in full-line F-Series references was used in heavier models, not the half-ton F-100. Exterior styling received another round of updates. The grille was revised with a cleaner design, and trim details were refreshed to give the truck a final-year distinction. The quad headlights introduced in 1958 continued, and the overall proportions remained the same. The [Styleside](/glossary/styleside/) bed, which had become the dominant configuration since its 1957 introduction, continued alongside the [Flareside](/glossary/flareside/). Both the standard cab and the upmarket Custom Cab option were available, with the Custom Cab offering improved insulation, upgraded upholstery, and additional chrome trim. Transmission options carried over unchanged. The 3-speed manual remained standard, with the 4-speed manual available for heavy-duty applications and the Ford-O-Matic automatic for those who wanted it. Short- and [long-bed](/glossary/long-bed/) pickups continued on 110- and 118-inch wheelbases. Production for 1960 reached approximately 105,568 units, a strong showing that reflected the truck’s enduring popularity even at the end of its generation. The economic recovery that had begun in 1959 continued, and the F-100 benefited from a growing market for personal-use pickups alongside its traditional commercial buyer base. The 1960 F-100 stands as both an ending and a beginning. It was the last truck to carry the third-generation body style that had defined the late 1950s, with its wide cab, hooded headlights, and the Styleside bed that changed how Americans thought about pickup trucks. At the same time, the lessons Ford learned during the 1957-1960 production run — about the importance of comfort, styling, and powertrain choice — directly informed the fourth-generation redesign that arrived for 1961\. For collectors today, the 1960 model offers the final version of the third-generation design and one-year identification details worth checking against factory literature. Next useful step ## Put this 1960 in generation context Compare its factory changes, engines, and neighboring model years before planning a purchase or restoration. [ Open the generation guide → ](/generations/1957-1960/) [ Decode a VIN ](/vin-decoder/) [← 1959 Ford F-100](/1959-ford-f100/)[1961 Ford F-100 →](/1961-ford-f100/) ## Build a 1960 F-100 [RestorationComplete F100 Frame Swap GuideEverything you need to know about swapping your Ford F100 frame, from choosing a donor chassis to setting the body and avoiding common mistakes.](/restoration/frame-swap-guide/)[Restoration7.3L Godzilla Swap Guide for Ford F-100 TrucksSwap Ford's 7.3L Godzilla V8 into your F-100 for 430+ hp with pushrod simplicity. 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For the 1960 model year, notable changes included: Updated styling details, last year of the third generation As the final year of the third-generation F-100 (Styleside era), the 1960 Ford F100 built on the prior year while setting up what came next in the 1957-1960 run. What makes the 1960 Ford F100 the last year of its generation? The 1960 Ford F-100 closed out the third-generation F-100 (Styleside era) (1957-1960). Final-year trucks represent the most fully developed version of the generation, with 4 years of refinement. The 1960 specifically is marked by Updated styling details, last year of the third generation After 1960, Ford moved to an entirely new design for the following generation. What are the key dimensions of the 1960 Ford F-100? The 1960 Ford F-100 had a wheelbase of 110 or 118 in and a curb weight of 3,445 lbs. Factory body styles included pickup, panel, styleside and flareside. It was part of the third-generation F-100 (Styleside era) (1957-1960), a generation defined by the Styleside bed and the FE-family big-block V8\. How many 1960 Ford F100 trucks were built? Ford produced approximately 105,568 units of the 1960 Ford F100\. The original MSRP started at $1,998, which put it at the accessible end of the light-duty truck market for 1960\. For 1960 production, volumes were modest, which affects collector availability today. Condition, originality, and trim level matter more than raw production numbers when valuing a specific truck. What should I look for when buying a 1960 Ford F100? Focus your inspection on the 1960-specific items: Updated styling details, last year of the third generation With 2 factory engine options spanning 139 to 172 horsepower, verifying that a specific 1960 truck has its original engine matters more for value than for most years before or after. Production of only 105,568 makes a clean 1960 Ford F100 genuinely uncommon today. Prioritize trucks with documented history over cosmetic presentation — a clean 1960 with receipts beats a repainted example with an unknown past. Model Years - [1957 Ford F-100: Styleside Debut, 3rd Gen Specs & Values](/1957-ford-f100/) - [1958 Ford F-100: Quad Headlights, Y-Block V8 Specs & Values](/1958-ford-f100/) - [1959 Ford F-100: Grille Refresh, 292 V8 Specs & Values](/1959-ford-f100/) - [1960 Ford F-100: Final 3rd Gen, 292 V8 Specs & Values](/1960-ford-f100/) Model Years - [1957 Ford F-100: Styleside Debut, 3rd Gen Specs & Values](/1957-ford-f100/) - [1958 Ford F-100: Quad Headlights, Y-Block V8 Specs & Values](/1958-ford-f100/) - [1959 Ford F-100: Grille Refresh, 292 V8 Specs & Values](/1959-ford-f100/) - [1960 Ford F-100: Final 3rd Gen, 292 V8 Specs & Values](/1960-ford-f100/) VIN Decoder Decode supported F-100 VIN formats, or use the 1961-1983 data plate decoder for source-backed paint, trim, axle, and transmission codes. 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