1966 Dodge A100 Pickup Highly Modified - Lqqk!!! on 2040-cars

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!