1966 Dodge A100 Pickup Highly Modified - Lqqk!!! on 2040-cars
Ventura, California, United States
Engine:None
For Sale By:Private Seller
Drive Type: RWD
Make: Dodge
Mileage: 99,999
Model: Other Pickups
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Trim: None
1966 DODGE A-100
PICKUP Trust me when I say I didn’t need another project, but
…this one caught my eye primarily because the guy that started it was a
helicopter A&P that paid meticulous attention to detail. I am never going to find the time to see this
one to completion, which I regret because it will end up to be a one of a kind
for somebody with the time to take it on.
I always told myself that if I ever did another early project, the most
important issues to address were the horrendous steering, brakes and
suspension, and there could be no engine noise, smell, or heat in the cab, and
this one just might fit the wish list and then some. The prior owner had already grafted in the 91
Corvette C-4 front and rear suspension, fabricated the steering, and mocked-up
the new brake booster location. I always
wanted an A-100, but to have front & rear IRS, 4-wheel discs, power
steering, power brakes, already set-up for a 392 Hemi and a short tail 727 in a
combination that should handle like a cat on Velcro was the reason I just
couldn’t pass it up. There is only one small spot of rust on the right side
below the door that will require a 2” x 2” patch welded in, otherwise the truck
is virtually rust free. It was
originally owned by the Telephone Company in Denver, and was retired with
33,000 (or 133,000!) on the odometer.
The original builder decided to convert the tailgate to a barn door
setup using cut-down rear doors from a van.
Not the look I was after, and since the truck has a mint original
tailgate, I fabbed the missing hinge support, and installed “hidden hinge”
locks to eliminate the tailgate chains.
Another thing that has to go is the sunroof that was installed in the
roof at some point. These A-100s have a
virtually flat roof, so putting it back right is not a big deal. The best fix would be to fit a sliding ragtop
– it’s fast, easy, and fairly cheap to do. I have some very nice doghouse sheet metal which you’ll
need to eventually fabricate the cab enclosure.
It comes with a brand new Corvette booster, master cylinder, combination
valve, and the 4 braided hoses for the calipers. The steering column is a brand new Speedway
unit, and the finned aluminum dash insert is also included, but the Autometer
gauges shown in the photo are NOT
INCLUDED. I have both the front
and rear sway bars from a 91 Corvette, but I’ve never offered them up to see
how they fit (the chassis rails are drilled and tapped for sway bars
mounts). It also comes with a rebuilt
727 small block tranny, and the world’s shortest custom made driveshaft. The rear chrome bumper and the chrome grill
are virtually perfect. The front bumper
was perfect, but somebody decided to pull the truck with a chain and the hook
took its toll on the right side. It can
be easily repaired, but it looks like it was just re-chromed – what a shame. I didn’t like the rear coil over lower
mounting that was original done, so the truck comes with a proper set of mounts
from the Street Rod Garage. There are a
bunch of spares that come with the truck including a couple of extra doors, and
I think all the glass is there with the exception of the right side windshield
(it’s flat glass, so getting one cut is easy). While this looks like quite the project, once the brake
lines are run, and the sway bars are fitted, the remainder of what’s needed is
paint, interior, and reassembly. Look,
these trucks bring very good money even at the low end. It doesn’t take long to see that a stock unit
needing everything can be had in the $3k range, but that’s about as low as it
goes. By spending a little more for what
you are getting, your project will be miles ahead both in time and the
eventually money you’ll have to lay out to get it finished. If you price out just a C-4 coil over
conversion package, you’ll find out that will set you back over $2K alone, and
all you’ve got to show for it is 4 shocks and some brackets! This project does require a fairly good level
of fabrication skill. If your skills are
lacking, this may not be the best choice. It should go without saying, but this truck is a ROLLER. There is NO
ENGINE or TRANSMISIION
in the vehicle and it will need to be TRANSPORTED
to your location. Study the pictures carefully and ASK ALL YOUR QUESTIONS PRIOR TO PURCHASING. The truck has an open title from Colorado that
matches the VIN plate, but the original owner never had his signature notarized. It may take an extra few steps at your DMV,
so do your due diligence BEFORE YOU BUY. I’ll provide a bill of sale, and a statement
of facts that the original owner cannot be located and is presumed deceased. In most states, the worst case is that you’ll
have to apply for a bonded title. The winning bidder is responsible for all shipping costs
and arrangements. I will assist your
carrier in loading at this end. Please check with your significant other, your spiritual
advisor, your neighbor, your parole officer, or that little voice in your head
before you bid (if you hear more than one voice, please don’t bid). Scammers
that want to overpay with a bank check are encouraged to give it a shot – the
comedic value is priceless. A $500.00
deposit is required via Paypal immediately.
The balance is payable in cash, or wire transfer within 3 days of auction
close. Vehicle need to be picked up
within 2 weeks of auction close. All
funds must clear my bank before the vehicle leaves without exception. Should go without saying but….the vehicle is
sold AS IS, WHERE IS, AND IS WITHOUT
WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. Only you
can determine if it is suited for your intended use, and there are no returns
or refunds under any circumstances. You
buy it, you own it. Thanks for taking a look! |
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