Ford F-Series - 7th Gen (1980 to 1986)

1980 saw the introduction of the seventh generation F-Series. The model was redesigned with an all-new chassis and larger body; this was the first ground-up redesign since 1965. The exterior styling of the truck was redone to improve aerodynamics and fuel economy. Medium duty Ford F-Series would carry the 1980–1986 interior design until 2000 (though pickups were restyled again in 1987 and 1992), with very subtle changes such as window glass and electronics. In a move toward fuel efficiency, Ford dropped the M-Series engines (the 5.8 Liter 351M and 6.6 Liter 400 cu in V8s) in 1981, replacing them with the 4.2 Liter 255 C.I. and 5.8 Liter 351 C.I. Windsor V8 engines from the Panther platform. 1983 marked the final year of the F-100, making the F-150 the lightest pickup available on the market. Ford produced the seventh generation until 1986, when they introduced the Eighth Generation F-Series.