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The paint looks rough, but I don’t see much obvious rust. It runs as well.
“1963 F170 Willy’s Jeep. 226 Engine Flathead V6, Mileage: 315143. This Vehicle has the Original Engine in it. 9 foot bed, 1/2 ton. 4 wheel drive. Needs front windshield and minor repairs. In running condition. Serial # 23782. $2500.00 Truck is located in Steamboat Springs Colorado.”
http://rockies.craigslist.org/cto/1819786660.html
UPDATE: After more than a year this is back on eBay with no reserve.
(06/30/2009) This FC comes with a warn overdrive.
“UP FOR BID 1957 WILLYS FC 150. I BOUGHT THIS TRUCK 13 YEARS AGO FROM THE CITY OF YELLOW SPRINGS, OHIO. IT WAS USED AS A WELDER TRUCK IN THERE CITY VEHICLE FLEET SINCE 1964. IT HAD A LARGE PORTABLE WELDER ON THE BACK WHICH WAS REMOVED WHEN I BOUGHT IT. I MADE A STAKE BED FOR IT THAT HAS REMOVABLE SIDE RACKS. IT HAS 28000 ORIGINAL MILES BUT THE TITLE SAID 46000 WHICH WAS A MISPRINT. I NEVER BOTHERED TO GET IT CHANGED. THIS TRUCK IS 100 PERCENT OPERATIONAL AND EVERYTHING WORKS BUT THE HORN. IT IS THERE, BUT THE BUTTON FELL OFF.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
I don’t see any obvious rust on this.
“1957 willeys jeep Fc 170. Needs some work. I do not have time to restore this truck. Parts on this are all orginal.”
UPDATE2: Still Available
UPDATE: Craig confirms that this is a FC-170 DRW; it’s unclear if the diesel is original or if it is a replacement engine (rather than a M-676 with a Cerlist Diesel.)
“I have an FC 150 and an FC 170 that will be sold as a pair. The FC 170 has no motor, trans or transfer case. It was a RARE factory diesel with a Gafner loader. It has a GVW of 9000# with Dana axles. Found a bell housing and flywheel in the cab so I assume it is off the diesel. Odometer shows 7500 miles. The FC 150 is pretty much complete except for the seats. It has a 4 cylinder F134 motor that will be rebuilt shortly. It has the standard bore and reground crank and bearings to match. Waitng for a front seal and valve stem seals. Odometer shows 21,500 miles. I am just stating what the odometers say, don’t know if it is the actual miles or not. Both Jeeps last plated around 1973-74. I am open to REASONABLE OFFERS. I am not going to give these away so don’t waste my time. I do have more pics if you are serious.”
http://up.craigslist.org/cto/1803191672.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1300
(05/18/2010) This still runs and drives.
“this is a willys jeep fc 170 4×4 runs drives but need a little tlc it is taged and has clear title motor is flat head six these are getting hard to find. i have to many projects so this one needs to go i am asking 1300.00 or best offer please email thrue craigslist and i will contact you back thanks for looking”
It doesn’t look too bad.
“1957 Jeep FC150. call for detatils. 586-764-4596”
http://detroit.craigslist.org/mcb/ctd/1783322509.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $$7500.
(06/04/2010) This looks like a good price for a restored FC.
“FRESH OFF THE FARM!! RARE!! 1958 Jeep FC170 4×4, 226 6 cyl, Forward Control (Cab over) runs good, good body, no rust, painted frame. Has dump box, front winch and 8′ plow.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1800.
Here’s a couple parts FCs.
“Have titles for both. one red one green. both ran a within the last 7 years but have been sitting since. many parts between both of them. Trucks are located 45 min east of sioux city. can haul if needed for a fee. e mail any questions. 1800.00 for both or 1000.00 each OBO. thanks”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
This is a no reserve auction that starts at $800. Note this has the dually connectors on the rear and the engine runs.
“1960 JEEP FC 170. DUEL WHEEL, ALL WHEEL DRIVE. 6 CYL. FLATHEAD 4 SPD. ENGINE RUNS, WAS RECENTLY USED AS YARD PLOW. 29,148 MILES. HAVE MANY EXTRA PARTS INCLUDING FRONT AND REAR CAB CORNERS. GOOD GLASS. HAS AFTERMARKET RADIATOR WITH COOLING FAN MOUNTED ON REAR OF CAB, SEEMS TO WORK FINE. PLEASE CALL WITH ANY QUESTIONS BEFORE BIDDING AS VEHICLE IS SOLD AS IS. ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000.
“Willys Jeep FC170 1962 Cab-Over 1 Ton Pick-up. 8 ½’ x 4’ Service Bed with Exterior Cabinets. Original engine – Willys Super Hurricane 6 (226 L-Head Continental). Complete rebuild about 1987. Top end rebuild about 1993. Stored since 2003. Locking Hubs. Sunroof Cedar Bed Rails. Bed Cover with Ribs that fit into Bed Rails. 2 Tire Chocks. Gate/Holder for Spare Tire. Crane ½ Ton Attached on Back Driver’s side. Spotlight. Gas Can. Tool Box. Cover for Bed with Removable Ribs. (Fit in slots on bed rails). Needs brake work. Clear Title.”
UPDATE: Was on eBay. **SOLD**
“Very rare (less than 400 believed to ever have been produced, and only a handful raimaining). Kaiser built these for the military based on the Forward Control Willys platform and powered by a Cerlist diesel engine. The engine, transmission, and transfercase are missing from this rare survivor. Survivor may be a strong word considering how beat up this example is. Nearly very door and body panel is beat up in some fashion. The irony is that this is a relativley rust-free example of a Forward Control Jeep. The floors and structural body componenets are solid and strong.
This truck comes with a solid and straight civilian cab and doors that can be used to rebuild this ultra-rare crewcab body. It has the military bumpers and grill guard. The military garages are gone. I have a civilian dash to go with it. It is missing the rear seat, and has no glass.
UPDATE: Was on eBay. **SOLD**
“I bought this truck because of the rare 4-speed T98 transmission, and intended to use it as parts for my M677 Crew Cab (listed separately). I decided to go ahead and list this FC170 separately, but I would also work with anyone interested in both trucks.
This truck starts and runs great. The brakes are currently down from sitting. I bought it a year ago. The preivous owner told me he drove it regularly over the last15 yeas around his farm in Arkansas.
The four speed transmission and shifting mechanis is complete, as is the Ramsey PTO-driven winch. The seats have been recovered with gray vinyl. There is some rust in the forward floors and around the inside of the windshield header. It looks like rust from mouse nests on the interior side. The exterior does not show rust through. It has relatively new Delta Super Deep Lug tires, size 7.50 x 16. I don’t have a title for this Jeep. The previous owner was supposed to mail it to me. I’ve heard from him since then, saying he would send it once the DMV processed some paper work, but it has not yet arrived in my mailbox.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
(09/03/2010) “for sale is a 1957 jeep/ willys forward control 150. this is the limited production (9 years) vehicle. I had the engine, carb. rebuilt. the radiator was recored. the fuel tank was resealed. installed new fuel pump and lines, radiator hoses, clutch kit, distributor, and motor mounts. new turn signals and new H4 hi-output headlights. it has some rust, but nothing terminal all drivetrain stock and not modified.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000.
Here’s a nice fleetvan.
‘EXTREMELY RARE 1963 JEEP FLEETVAN. RIGHT HAND DRIVE, AUTOMATIC, NEW CARB, BRAKES, BRAKE LINES, FUEL TANK. $6,000 FIRM….ONLY SERIOUS INQUIRIES PLEASE. FOR MORE INFORMATION PHONE”
If I owned one of these FC snowblowers, I’d move to a snowier climate. That looks fun!
http://www.youtube.com/watch#!v=KNeXFziURtQ&feature=related
UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was listed at $9000.
“This Jeep is in great shape with just a couple of surface rust spots over the windshield. Running a Chev. 327 /350 trans with 4×4 and a gear splitter overdrive unit. New tires and wheels.Fresh rebuild on the 4×4 unit. This truck only has 76,000 original miles and runs great.This is the only truck with a nine foot bed.Call me for more pictures or if you have any questions .”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $13,000
(05/18/2010) Looks great!
“1963 WILLYS FC170 4X4 DUMP STAKE BED. THE FC HAS A SOLID FRAME NO PATCHES. BODY IS SOLID ALSO WITH NO PATCHES. THE DUMP BED AND TOOL BOXES ARE POWDER COATED. THE STAKES ARE TREATED LUMBER. THERE ARE TWO PERMANENTLY MOUNTED OVER THE BED TIE DOWN STRAPS ON THE RIGHT SIDE. THE ENGINE IS A L6 226 SIX CYLINDER. IT DOES NOT BURN OIL. IT STARTS RIGHT UP AND RUNS WELL. THE GVW OF THE UNIT IS 7000 LB. I HAVE INSTALLED A NEW EXHAUST SYSTEM. ALSO INSTALLED WARN LOCK-OUT-HUBS. THE US FOREST SERVICE DECALS ARE MAGNETIC AND COME OFF EASILY. THE SHOVEL AND FIRE AXE WERE ADDED TO THE SIDE BOARDS AND CAN BE REMOVED. I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE A COUPLE YEARS AGO. I HAVE NO ROOM TO KEEP IT AND IT MUST GO. I BELIEVE AT ONE TIME IT WAS A FIRETRUCK THUS THE LOW MILES(unverified). THE FC IS A VERY NICE CLASSIC.”
UPDATE: This is likely sold. Was listed at $5000.
It appears that this could use a paint job, along with a was job.
“RARE!! 1957 Jeep FC170 4×4, Forward Control (Cab over) runs good, good body, no rust, just needs a wax job to shine! Has dump box & front winch. $5000”
Here’s a very good price on a nice FJ-3.
“1961 Willy Fleet Van…FJ3A…..Left hand drive….runs well….current registration … Hurricane four engine…T90 three speed trans…two twheel drive”
http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sgv/cto/1737306007.html
UPDATE: Steve reports that this sold for $5600 with only two bids.
Jean-Sebastien spotted this unusual find.
“This is a Jeep FC 170 four wheel drive flat bed truck that has been made into a fire engine. This vehicle was originally used by the US forest service around Yosemite and later sold to a church camp just outside of the park. The vehicle was garaged and used by the church camp for insurance purposes. The vehicle is in extreemly good original condition. All equipment is stock except the windshield wiper motor which was changed to an electric model instead of the vacuum type. The vehcile runs strong and starts up promptly everytime. It has the 6 cylinder motor with a 3 speed manual transmission. Warren “free wheeling” hub caps to secure four wheel drive. The interior is in very good condition, as you can see by the pictures. The odometer shows 30,000 miles, but the speedometer cable broke so I can’t say what the actual mileage is. I would say not more than about 50,000 original miles. The fire apparatus has a 250 gallon tank with a 5 hp gas motor that both starts manually or with an electric push button starter. Pump works great and all seals seam to not leak. Vehicle comes with 200 feet of fire hose ( cotton single jacket), 150 of 1 1/2 and 50 ft of 1 inch. Two variable plastic nozzles with 1 1/2 fittings. There are two yellow helmets and a first aid kit. All gauges work (except the speedometer) and two new gauges were added for oil preasure and temperature. Body shows some signs on repair around the passenger door handle, but otherwise the vehicle is in good overall condition for the body. Vehicle runs fine and all mechanical parts work good. Brakes are in good condition as are tires, clutch and transmission. There is no slippage when shifting. This is a fairly rare vehicle and would be well suited for a ranch (for insurance purposes) or another church. Please e-mail any questions.”
It appears in decent condition and looks complete. It might not be bad price.
“This is a one-of-a kind, hard to find jeep. It’s in good condition, does need some motor work. Call Larry at 270-268-3208 will take OBO”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
This has been available on eBay for a few days.
“$2000 bucks 1957 willys jeep forward control
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000.
Looks solid. Includes a PTO. Some rust in the rear.
“1959 Jeep Willys FC170 3/4 ton pickup. Cab is in great shape with original paint, all good glass, recovered seats, new brakes, new tires. Runs and drives good. The bed floor and tailgate are rusty. Factory PTO set up to run farm equipment. The engine smokes a little and has a slight knock from a spun bearing. The bearing was replaced but the crank is scored. I have another good crank to go with it. It has been in storage for about 5 years.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3200.
(04/03/2010) This will make someone a good project.
“Too many toys, not enough time left to finish… This little cab-over Willys 4×4 with some finishing TLC, could be a real show stopper… It has a 283 CI rebuilt Ford engine, with an added air tunnel for excellent cooling. It comes with near new tires, chrome wheels and a small lift kit. The bed sits on new mounts and comes with a side toolbox, the body is in primer with a minimal amount body work left before painting. The new re-wiring is more than 75% finished…. Due to health issures, questions are preferred and answered through my e-mail at: al3@velotech.net …However, my cell # is 5307393654 for the more serious inquirers…”
UPDATE: Still Available
There are two additional FCs for sale as parts. The seller will make a deal if they are all taken at once.
“For sale, four Willy’s Forward Control Jeeps. 4-wheel drive. Motors are free and have been running but need work. Two have snow plow brackets. Great for off road use. Perfect project for handy mechanic. Priced to sell. $500-$700 each. Will make a deal if you take all four. We have too many projects and need to let these go. We have two others we will sell for parts.
Call 515.250-3614 for information.”
http://desmoines.craigslist.org/cto/1705626572.html
