1956 Ford F-250 "Riverside Skelly" Service Truck – Title Included – Original Patina – Historical Colorado Oil Industry Truck
Lot #10
Item: b6be-10481694

Sedalia, CO

Begins Closing In:

1w 2d

Tue, Jul 7, 2026 7:07pm CDT

High Bidder: #18174

Current Bid:

$1.00

Next Required Bid: $2.00

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Location / Contact:
9010 Jackson Creek Rd, Sedalia, CO 80135
Phone: 719-755-2839

Lot Description:

1956 Ford F-250 "Riverside Skelly" Service Truck – Title Included – Original Patina – Historical Colorado Oil Industry Truck

An exceptional piece of Colorado petroleum and transportation history. This 1956 Ford F-250 pickup retains its original Riverside Skelly Oil Company markings and was owned by Colorado businessman and World War II veteran Thomas "Tom" Mangum.

According to the family, the truck was running when parked and was later gifted by Tom Mangum to the current owner. The truck remains remarkably complete and retains its original character, including period Skelly Oil Company graphics, service body configuration, wraparound windshield, and iconic 1956 Ford styling.

Whether preserved as-found, displayed as advertising art, or restored, this truck offers a unique opportunity to own a genuine piece of Colorado business and petroleum history.

Vehicle Information

Year: 1956
Make: Ford
Model: F-250 Pickup
Odometer Reading: 6,743.1 miles on odometer
Title: Colorado Title Included
Fuel Type: Gasoline
Transmission: Unknown
Condition: Non-Running / Stored

Highlights

  • Colorado title included
  • Original Riverside Skelly Oil Company graphics
  • Reportedly running when parked
  • Gifted to current owner by Thomas Mangum
  • Rare surviving petroleum service truck
  • Desirable 1956 model year with wraparound windshield
  • Original F-250 badging and V8 grille emblem
  • Original service-style pickup configuration
  • Extensive original patina throughout
  • Excellent display, preservation, advertising, or restoration candidate
  • Historically significant Colorado oil industry vehicle

Historical Background

This truck was owned by Thomas "Tom" Mangum, a World War II veteran and longtime Colorado businessman. After returning from military service, Tom began working as a gas station attendant and eventually built a successful petroleum transportation and residential real estate business in the Denver area.

The truck retains the Riverside Skelly Oil Company markings associated with that era and serves as a tangible reminder of Colorado's mid-century petroleum industry.

Condition Notes

  • Truck has been stored for an extended period
  • Not currently running
  • Tires are flat and vehicle is partially settled into the ground
  • Rust, corrosion, dents, scratches, paint loss, and weathering throughout
  • Interior condition unknown
  • Mechanical condition unknown
  • Fuel system, brakes, drivetrain, electrical system, and engine should be assumed to require service prior to operation
  • Bed appears largely complete and solid for age
  • Glass appears present
  • Sold strictly as a project, collector vehicle, or display piece

Auction Information

  • Sold AS-IS, WHERE-IS
  • No warranties expressed or implied
  • Inspection by appointment only
  • Buyer responsible for all loading, transportation, and removal
  • Bidders are encouraged to perform their own due diligence prior to bidding

Pickup Information

Pickup Location (by appointment only):
9010 Jackson Creek Rd
Sedalia, CO 80135

IMPORTANT ACCESS INFORMATION

This item is located on a mountain property accessed by gravel roads. The final section of road is single-lane with limited turnaround space. Buyers are responsible for evaluating access requirements prior to dispatching transport equipment.

Large trucks, trailers, lowboy trailers, and transport vehicles should carefully consider turning radius, overall length, and maneuverability before arrival.

This truck currently has flat tires and is partially settled into the ground. Buyers should plan accordingly and bring appropriate recovery, winching, lifting, and loading equipment.

Property is secured and pickup is strictly by scheduled appointment only.

Buyer is responsible for providing all equipment, personnel, loading, and transportation necessary for removal.

Inspection By Appointment Only - For inspection appointment, call/text 719-755-2839

Auction Closing:

Tue, Jul 07, 2026
07:05 pm

Removal:

Wed, Jul 08, 2026 09:00 am thru
Fri, Jul 10, 2026 05:00 pm

Removals are by appointment within the schedule above.

Bidding Increments:

Bid Range Minimum Increment
$0.01 - $75.00 $1.00
$75.01 - $250.00 $2.50
$250.01 - $500.00 $5.00
$500.01 - $750.00 $10.00
$750.01 - $1,000.00 $25.00
$1,000.01 - $5,000.00 $50.00
$5,000.01 - $10,000.00 $100.00
$10,000.01 - $25,000.00 $250.00
$25,000.01 - $50,000.00 $500.00
$50,000.01 - $2,500,000.00 $1,000.00

Buyer's Premium
18.00%


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9010 Jackson Creek Rd
Sedalia
CO, 80135


Phone: 719-755-2839

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Item Removal & Loading

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Bid History

1 Bid(s)
Bidder Placed High Bid
18174
Jun 27 11:14pm
$1.00