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While it's neat to see the engineering that goes into the extreme Jeeps and rock buggies, the basic Jeep was more than capable of getting around in most off-road situations in relatively stock form, as this 1969 Jeep CJ-5 for sale on Hemmings.com has remained. Of course, it appears to have benefited from some maintenance and upkeep and now sports some basic provisions for an offroad excursion here and there. From the seller's description:
This JEEP has a solid tub and new fenders. It has its original V6 225 odd fire engine with a T14 3 speed transmission and a Dana 18 transfer case. The front axle is a Dana 27 and the rear is a tapered Dana 44 with the optional power-lok. The brake system was completely rebuilt five years ago. It has a new exhaust system, all new leaf springs, new reproduction radiator, new starter, new water pump, new hoses and belts, a newly rebuilt Rochester 2G carburetor and the tires have about 8,000 miles on them. The top is a new Best Top Super Top that was installed one year ago.Will include tow bar, Cobra CB radio, hilift jack, flip and tumble rear seat, custom made console and trail gear box, and some special tools.
1969 Jeep CJ5
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Rain may have dampened Sunday's festivities at the Hudson River Valley Antique Auto Association's 2024 Rhinebeck Car Show, but attendance and spirits were high last Saturday when we visited this eagerly anticipated season-opening event in the heart of New York's Hudson Valley. Held at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds, this event includes a car corral that was stocked with all manner of interesting cars, trucks, and other vehicles -old and new, some turnkey, others restoration projects- being sold.
We were drawn to a pair of Bright White first-generation, rear-wheel-drive Dakota pickups, offered by different sellers, that represented the sportiest and most collectible variants Dodge sold in that mid-size truck's 1987-1996 model years.
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<p>The first was one of fewer than 3,800 <a href="https://www.hemmings.com/stories/article/tough-and-topless-1989-dodge-dakota-sport-convertible" target="_blank">Dakota Sport Convertibles that were finished by ASC</a> in Livonia, Michigan, between 1989 and 1991. This first-year drop-top was powered by a fuel-injected 3.9-liter, 125-hp V-6 mated to the optional column-shifted overdrive automatic. It showed 152,500 miles on the odometer and appeared largely stock, save for an aftermarket sound system, bed-covering soft tonneau cover, and 18-inch Boyd Coddington alloy wheels (replacing 15-inch originals) mounting Z-rated 245/45 tires. The signage noted it had upgraded ignition and exhaust systems, and we spotted drilled and slotted front rotors; the seller was asking $14,500.</p>
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<p>Chrysler President Lee Iacocca contracted with his old pal Carroll Shelby to have <a href="https://www.hemmings.com/stories/article/carrolls-shop-truck-1989-dodge-shelby-dakota" target="_blank">Shelby Automobiles, Inc. build a limited run of 1,500 high-performance Dakotas</a> powered by the largest engine in the corporation's stable, the 318-cu.in. V-8. Exclusively mated to a four-speed automatic, this engine sent 175 hp and 270 lb-ft of torque to the rear wheels through a limited-slip differential and 3.90 gearing. A sport suspension used gas-charged shocks and a front anti-sway bar, while disc/drum brakes with rear-wheel ABS hid behind unique hollow-spoke 15 x 6-inch alloy wheels. Inside the cab, a Shelby three-spoke steering wheel was complemented by Shelby-specific upholstery and a numbered dash plaque; this 154,084-mile truck also bore a sunroof and Carroll Shelby's autograph. There was no mistaking the Shelby outside, considering its bold decals, wheel-arch flares, air dam with fog lamps, and sporty bed-top lightbar. This Shelby Dakota's seller was asking $19,000.</p>
If you missed these pickups in Rhinebeck and have a soft spot for collectible modern-classic Dodge trucks, you can search the Hemmings Marketplace and find the right Dakota for you.
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Looking For A Dodge Power Wagon? You Can Find These Military-Inspired Trucks On Hemmings.com
The Dodge Power Wagon has a long, storied career that helped win wars and prove the company’s truck-building bona fides. Here are a few that are currently for sale at Hemmings.com. Dodge produced the military-styled Power Wagon from 1942 to around 1957. There has been a resurgence of interest in classic Power Wagons, thanks to the popularity of overlanding and off-roading. Dodge described the Power Wagon as a one-ton general-purpose truck designed for off-highway operations on unimproved roads. In other words, off-road trails. These Power Wagons were eventually replaced by modern-style Dodge trucks, and today designate certain models of the Ram 2500 truck.
GI’s were so enamored by the Power Wagon’s abilities during wartime and wrote to Dodge requesting such a truck for use back on the home front. Dodge took these suggestions to heart and introduced the Power Wagon, touting it in sales brochures as “The Army Truck the boys wrote home about…now redesigned for peacetime use.” Along with its capabilities was its considerable visual appeal.
Powertrain Combos
Several generations of Dodge Power Wagons exist with various engine combos. Initially, the PW T202 was powered by a 79 horsepower 201 cubic-inch straight six. The T202 was replaced by the T207 with a more military-spec hood, grille and fenders. These models got a 218 cubic-inch engine making 85-hp. Later upgraded T211 and T215 models were powered by a 230 cubic-inch flathead straight six-cylinder engine making 94 horsepower and 185 lb-ft of torque. Various cabs were available as well, making the Power Wagon suitable for everything from a pickup truck to a ranch vehicle, tow truck, school bus or fire truck. Thankfully, parts are still relatively easy to acquire.
Here is a sampling of some of the latest Dodge Power Wagon listings on Hemmings.com:
1942 Dodge Power Wagon WC-53 Carryall: This 1942 Power Wagon WC-53 Carryall was a capable ¾-ton truck outfitted for battlefield duty and built to carry anything, hence the Carryall name. This particular model is said to run and drive great! It features a sustained 40 lbs of oil pressure, a rebuilt carburetor with original air cleaner, a cleaned fuel system, an electric fuel pump and original wood flooring in good condition. A permanent steel roof and new olive drab paint help to “make it more presentable.”
1950 Dodge Power Wagon WDX Firetruck: This brush-fire firetruck is said to be in great condition with no rust, new tires, Warren front axle hubs, a siren, multiple hoses, a spare tire, multiple hoses and more. It includes excellent upholstery and offers great driving, braking and running. The water tank has been relined. It’s perfect for parade use and might even be good for extinguishing a fire!
1947 Dodge Power Wagon WDX WM300: This 1947 Power Wagon 4x4 is perfect for your next project car. It is sold without engine and radiator although it offers a complete drivetrain including flywheel, bellhousing, transmission, transfer case, axles, brakes and drive shafts. It also includes a service body that would look great in front of a tow truck or stake truck bed. The body, cab-front fenders, hood and grille are all said to be in great shape. It also includes power take-off (PTO) but is missing a winch.
1952 Dodge Power Wagon M37: This 1952 Dodge Power Wagon M37 been a piece of fire apparatus for the Orkney Springs, Virginia, Volunteer Fire Department for nearly all its life. Configured for brush fire service, it has around 17,600 miles and absolutely no rust. It includes a new canvas top, new tires, new clutch, axle seals and is complete with its fire pump. It’s a specialized vehicle for a specialized buyer. At this moment, it is still in service at Orkney Springs.
1947 Dodge Power Wagon 4-Speed Manual: Powered by a 230 cubic inch 6-cylinder engine and four-speed manual transmission, this 1947 specimen is the rest-o-mod of the Power Wagon set. It features four-wheel drive with hi-lo transfer case, a power take-off (PTO), Braden MU2 winch, locking front hubs, an aluminum fuel tank, Monroe Magnum shock absorbers, dual cowl lamps, a side-mount spare tire, and an oak bed floor.
1953 Dodge Power Wagon M37 The Dodge M37 Power Wagon featured many similar components to the WWII WC series trucks and improved on many of the WC’s faults. These trucks saw action in the Korean and Vietnam War and also saw action in Nicaraguan Revolution and Salvadoran Civil War. This model features an original T245 engine displacing 230 cubic inches and making 78 horsepower. It has less than 20,000 miles since restoration, new upholstery and a host of upfits. The windshield even folds forward, like a Jeep.
1942 Dodge Power Wagon WC-53 Carryall: Built as a Carryall, this 1942 Power Wagon WC-53 was converted to a pickup truck. The seller suggests it might be possible to convert back to the standard Carryall. This example includes the original engine, combat rims, a 12-volt radio and a body said to be in excellent condition. For the most part, it's cancer-free with windows in ok condition, two front seats and bed canvas top bows to support a canvas roof over the bed. The sale will include a working tailgate and bed floor.
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