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1963 FC-170 Camper Calgary, Alberta, Canada

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Brian spotted this great project.  The seller also took the time to document this build. View all the pics and the build process at bc4x4.com.

“Thinking it is time to sell my awesome Motorhome. 1963 4×4 Jeep (Willys FC170) with a 1976 Trillium Trailer. Truck has ~50,000 miles on it.

Frame up build, Specs:
Engine: Mercedes OM617 Turbo Diesel (5 cylinder) ~200,000 km, great economy 500km per 50lt tank.
Transmission: Mercedes 4 Speed Automatic
Transfer Case: Divorced NP 205 new seals, yokes
Drive Shafts: 3 custom from Abby Springs
Axles: Dana 44 front and Dana 60 rear (1992 axles)
Springs: Stock rebuilt with bushings
Air ride: Front Firestone air bags and rear air assisted shocks
Brakes: 1 ton brakes, Power with dual reservoir (under dash), all new lines
Fuel: New lines, lift pump, and 3 pre-filters.
Wiring: All rewired, new fuses, glow plug timer, electric wiper, etc..

The camper is a Trillium full fiberglass design. Trailer has new 2 burner propane stove, gravity furnace that just got serviced (no fan so it draws no electric and can run for ever), 3 way fridge, sink with hand pump and portable holding tank so you can dump it without moving the camper, it has a spot for a port-i-poti. Comes with Generator, stereo system, Summer camping fly tent and spare parts. $8,200 OBO Call luke 604 967 3333″

http://whistler.en.craigslist.ca/cto/1674212804.html

 
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1960 FC-150 Wilder Vt eBay

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UPDATE:  This is back on eBay

(03/16/2010) Here’s a nice looking build with an engine and tranny update.  It still needs some interior work.

“Rare find, 1959 Jeep FC-150.  This is a stock appearing FC-150 that has the following modifications/improvements:
1. Chassis has been sandblasted and painted with POR15.

2. First engine was the wimpy 4 cylinder and I then changed it to a V6 Dauntless from a 1967 Jeepster after resealing and rebuilding all rotating components. Engine is fitted with headers and dual exhaust.

3. Transmission was changed from the 3 speed to a Turbo 400 automatic.  There is no evidence inside the cab that it is an automatic.  The shifter is the original and the pedals are all the same.  The Brake and the Clutch pedal have been joined.

4.  There is a new wiring harness and new instruments installed in crinkle finish dash.  The interior is without headliner cardboard and doors do not have cardboard panels installed.

5.  New windshield and rear glass, one door has new glass.

6.  All NEW springs, not rebuilt. New Shocks, new Brakes.  Front axle has disc brakes.

7.  Body has NEW cab corners, NEW floors.  The cab was plastic bead paint removed and spray weld to treat any traces of rust.  There are no bondo patches anywhere.

No stories, I have had it long enough and I dislike interior work so I never finished the interior.  It is quite powerful and runs like a bear.  I have never had it off road in 10 years.  My Son needs a car and my wife insists on airbags.  I have over $15k in this at this point but it is time for it to go. There is no title as Vermont does not title vehicles over 15 years old.  Sold on a bill of sale.”

View all the pics on eBay

Here’s a before pic:

Here’s the after pics and an in progress pic:

 
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1961 FC-170 Lake Wales, Fl **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.

“This “Go-anywhere,” “Tough-job traction” truck is on the market here for the first time in over 20 years.  Originally purchased from a glass co. in OHIO by the current owner.   He has done a complete frame off restoration as you can plainly see in the photos. Introduced in 1957 the Jeep Willys FC-170 was wider and carried a heavier load than the FC-150.  It has a Kaiser 6-226 motor inline 6 that is good on gas.  You won’t get stuck with high/low option 4WD and LT235/85R16 tires.

The bed is made of appatong wood said to be 5 times harder than oak for those heavy loads.  The truck has a 7,000 lb. GVW, a 103″ wheelbase with a 108″ bed.  The Cab-over design is very unique. There were approximately 2,000 FC-170’s built in ’61.  You will be guaranteed to be the hit of the car shows…”

 
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1961 FC-170 San Rafael, Ca **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD* Was on eBay.

Only a day left on this auction.  The motor has been pulled.

“1961 Willys Jeep FC170  3/4T P/U  4WD with 9 ft. bed. 43,162 mi.  California vehicle. Original metallic gold paint. Last registered 1974 . Very restorable. All original drivetrain (not installed ).  Orig. L6-226 Super Hurricane engine(not running). Spare motor (L6-226) with good compression included .Orig. 3 spd. T90A trans. with Spicer No.18 transfer case ( Has hvy dty 1-1/4″ intermediate shaft) . Original axles – Dana 44 front & 53 rear w/ factory optional limited slip POWR-LOK differentials. Includes owners, service and parts manuals. Typical rot at lower right rear of cab under battery compartment. Driver door needs alignment repair. Please email any questions. Title via Bill of Sale due to age of vehicle, CA DMV has purged records…..”

 
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1959 FC-170 Chelan, WA **SOLD**

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UPDATE:  **SOLD**

(06/05/2009) “My Father is ready to sell his Eastern Washington 1959 FC-170 Jeep located in Chelan, WA. Introduced in 1957, FC-170 models had a 103 inches (2,616 mm) wheelbase with a 108 in (2,743.2 mm) bed. This model is significant as it was the first time the length of the payload box – 9 feet (2.7 m) with the tailgate up – exceeded the wheelbase of a truck. This was achieved by the forward cabin layout.  The Jeep starts right up and is ready for you to take it home!”

 
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1964 FC-170 Lisbon, OH **SOLD**

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UPDATE:  **Sold** Was $2750.

“1964 FC-170 4×4 truck 3/4 ton, 6 cyl hurricane engine, 3 speed standard transmission, good body, good floors , great front cab corners, good title, great windshield, 9 foot steel bed, complete, runs, needs brakes bled out, 2750.00”

 
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FC Glass Detroit, Or

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I don’t see this everyday.  I’m not sure if the price is good or not.

“1 F/C 150-170
2 R/L Vent Forward Control (6X16)
2 R/L FD Forward Control (18X20)
2 R/L QTR Forward Control (10X14)
1 BKGLS Forward Control (14X50)

New-Never removed from original shipping packaging. Will sell for what I paid-$920.00
Call Bill at 541-965-2114. Leave a message, I’ll call you back.”

http://salem.craigslist.org/pts/1637378154.html

 
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Dang .. a few hours late on this one

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UPDATE:  Pics added … thanks to Jim for cluing me in about them!

There were two FCs being auctioned today in Salem Or.  That will teach me to travel!

“2 Willy’s Jeeps on auction this Sat. in Salem:  1958 Willys/Jeep FC PU1962 Willys/Jeep FC PU.  This car will be sold at auction on Saturday the 6th.”

 
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1961 FC-150 Lake Havasu, Az **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $12,000

Here’s a very nice and nearly original FC-150.

“1961 FC 150 WILLIES PICKUP   NEW REBUILT ENGINE, NEW CRANKSHAFT, PISTONS, RINGS, BEARINGS, CAMSHAFT AND GEARS. ALSO VLVE HARD SEATS.  TRANSMISSION AND TRANSFER BOX RESEALED. OVER DRIVE ON TRANSMISSION AND WHEEL LOCKING HUBS.  NEW BRAKES, WHEELS ND TIRES. HAS POWER STEERING. DRIVES GOOD.  THE TRUCK HAS NO RUST.”

 
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1959 FC-170 Vacaville, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1750.

If you can get this to fire up, it appears it would be a great price.  Note that this was for sale back in August of 2008 on eBay.  It’s not shown in the pics below, but there was some damage on the driver’s side.  Also, the seller said the engine ‘runs’ at that time.

“Complete Jeep FC 170 with tons of extra parts. Has been stored for a number of years but was running when parked. Converted to a 302 Ford v8 engine and auto trans but comes with complete original running super hurricane I6 engine, 3 sp trans and transfer case. Has custom flat bed on it now but an original comes with it”

 
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1957 FC-150 Yuba Sutter, Ca No Price

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It’s got some rust on the grille, but the rest doesn’t look all the bad.

“57 Willys Jeep. Very rare, all original. Serious buyers only,please…

http://yubasutter.craigslist.org/cto/1600439015.html

 
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1962 FC-Flatbed Elkins, Nh eBay

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Here’s a flatbed dually.

“Up for auction is a very rare Jeep Cabover, the body frame and interior are in very good condition. The engine is a “Flat Head” 6 cylinder that runs great ….no smoke. The Dump Body is a fully functional Electric Hydraulic system. Some body work has been done to the cab. The Dump body and cab have been painted recently. The doors are in great shape, the passenger door needs some adjustment.  Driver and passenger seats are in great shape Mechanically the Jeep is very sound condition but will require some tinkering (TLC). Please review the pictures provided carefully ”

 
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5 Forward Controls in Kingston, NY **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was No Price.

Save these from the pain of a crusher.

“Any intertest in five cabovers”

 
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1957 FC-170 Custom Motor Home Idaho Falls, ID **DEAD**

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UPDATE:  Craig reports the following: “ It died a terrible death on the side of the highway sometime back. An electrical fire totally destroyed it. I believe that it was not under its own power at the time. (Being towed or trailered).

Someone put some serious work in this. It was listed at $3500

“22 foot motorhome built on a 1957 Jeep FC-170 chassis. This it a very unique and cool rig. Has Chevy 350, 4×4, 8000lb warn winch, propane furnace, A/C, duel fuel Onan 3500 watt generator that automatically starts when battery gets low, electric leveling jacks, oven, 4 burner stove, gas/electric fridge with small freezer, water heater, and a bathroom. Can sleep six.”

http://www.ksl.com/index.php?nid=218&ad=9578301&cat=&lpid=4

 
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1957 FC-150 Wilmington, NC eBay

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Ok, I can’t resist … something’s fishy about this FC :-).  Actually, it looks in good, unrestored condition.  The paint job is certainly one-of-a-kind.

“This is one great little Jeep!  I bought this on Ebay almost 3 years ago and it has no doubt been my favorite out of the 30+ Jeeps that I have owned in the past several years. It has the stock drivetrain, 134ci F-head 4 cylinder, t-90 3 speed, dana spicer model 18 transfer case and dana axles.  The motor runs good no knocking, ticking or smoke.  Original 6 volt system.  4 wheel drive works fine: high and low and front locking hubs.  It has a warn winch with a good controller that was rigged to a battery and solenoid in the bed but I have never tried to operate it and the battery has been removed.  It has a heavy duty custom front bumper and the rear bumper is a custom tube air tank with a guage and air hose hook up to fill your tires, beach toys or run tools.  The tailgate opens and closes fine, windows go up and down and the doors shut very tightly.  There are no rattles or loose parts on this Jeep, it is solid.  The floorboards look like they have been patched with metal and there is a layer of outdoor carpet for insulation and rubber flooring over that.  The heater works, horn works and all guages work.  The seats are black vinyl, firm and in great shape except for a small hole in the back of the passenger seat.  The inside floor of the bed is flakey around the bottom edges but there is no rust through anywhere on this Jeep.  The frame of course has surface rust and maybe some pitting I guess you would say but is still very solid.  The rear cab corners have had new metal replaced on them but it is a very solid repair as well.  This is the first year these were made and it has the narrow track axles which I think make it look even more unique….”

View all the pics and info on eBay

 
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1958 FC-170 China Grove, NC $4500

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The paint is faded, but I can’t tell if rust rims the edges or not.  It’s got PTOs front and back.

“For Sale: 1958 FC 170 Willys Jeep Truck 4×4. It has a PTO in front of jeep and a nd a PTO in the truck bed. Motor runs excellent. No Title but can get a bonded title for truck. Motor is a super hurricane 6 cylinder 46000 miles on truck Good For Restoration. Price is 4500.00 may be nego. call If interested 704-857-0269 or 704-798-0307 ask for Jeff or Edie”

http://charlotte.craigslist.org/cto/1604876522.html

 
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1960s FC Stevens County, Wa $850

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Dan spotted this FC.  This looks like a solid parts FC if nothing else.

“I have a mid 60s jeep cab over for sale or trade for guns ………….. call mark 509 218 4414 ………..”

http://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/1591866938.html

 
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The 1st Annual Rawhide Rumble Car Show & Swap Meet

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In December of 2009, the ‘town’ of Rawhide held its 1st annual Car Show & Swap Meet.  Now, I’d never heard of Rawhide, so, after a few quick searches, I found and took a look at their website.  It turns out it is a tourist town full of events, eateries and things to do for kids and adults.

I learned about this event from a blog entry by Mr Greenwrench, about whom I know nothing except that he takes good pics and lots of them!  So, thank Mr. Greenwrench for the 3 Jeep images below — all three outstanding Jeeps!

Here is a photo of Jesse Ybarra’s M-667.  You can learn more about it at the FC-Connection website.

According to Dennis, this FC-150 belongs to Bill Thomson.

 
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1959 FC-170 Barto, PA **SOLD**

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UPDATE:  **SOLD** Was $1000.

Pics Added.  This has an unusual box on the back. Thanks Blaine!

“1959 Willys Forward control Jeep $1,000.00 or best offer picture can be sent”

 
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1957 FC-150 North Haven, Ma $1500

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It runs and doesn’t look too terrible.

“1957 Willy’s Jeep Willy 4×4 Forward Controls.  Needs Restoration.  $1500.00.  Info Call Joe.  203-239-9715.”

http://newhaven.craigslist.org/cto/1547312625.html

 
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1960 FC-170 Westfield, Ma $1000

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UPDATE: Price dropped to $1000

(12/23/09) There’s plenty of rust lining the edges of the body.

“This is a 1960 Willys FC170 snub nose flatbed.It has a inline cast six cylinder that runs very strong with low original miles.The drive train is in good operating condition,4wd works fine.The frame has had alot of reinforcement (plated)and there is some rust of course.I have used this for hauling wood out of my property it is a beast.These are pretty rare I was told.I am selling this as-is for parts or restoration.Please feel free to call me with any questions @413-977-9684 I will post more pics as soon as i can.There is no reserve,good luck in bidding,buyer is responsible for pick-up.Bill of sale only never had a title.”

http://westernmass.craigslist.org/ctd/1544346001.html

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1965 M-677 Columbia, MO **SOLD**

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UPDATE: Was on eBay. **SOLD**

“Selling 5 of my babies; pandered, pampered vehicles.  This is a Jeep Kaiser M677 Forward Control truck; the M677 was sold to the U.S. military in the 1960’s; and this is one rare car.  Dashboard has a special plate stating this truck was for the U.S. Marine Corps; and that it is “U.S. Property.”  Forward Control Jeeps were pug-nosed, unique vehicles sold as pickups; this version was special for the military and equipped to be a high-torque troop carrier.  Check out “Forward Control Jeep” on google, or “M677″ if you want to learn more.

Two seats in the front, and a bench in rear; the canopy covered pickup bed had two wood slats on either side for another three personnel to sit on each side.  Owned for over a year; mileage is 5,149 miles and it is original, given the condition of the vehicle, original Cerlist 3-cylinder 2-stroke diesel engine, and the fact that this truck never saw military action.  Absolutely nothing cut, spliced, or modified on this truck.  Close your eyes and you might just smell napalm in the morning, somewhere along the Mekong Delta !  After military sale, this truck was sold to the civil park service or something, painted over the military green with a white coat, and gold on the inside.  Where the paint has flaked, you can see the original military colors on this truck.

This vehicle is probably best for the discerning buyer looking for a highly unusual and rare collectible.  There is a small and very supportive club; after I bought it, club members contacted me almost right away, and were super-supportive.  The truck ran when I bought it; and earlier in 2009, I had some work done on it (have all receipts), such as: rebuild injectors, rebuild fuel pump assembly, replace belts, hoses, change all fluids, replace engine mounts with new, repair driver’s side window regulator linkage, check brakes and bleed system, remove and clean radiator and fill with new fluid, and restore some non-working gauges which you can see in photos.  Fuel filters, thermostat and related items were replaced also.  Starting this car requires holding down the glow plug switch for at least a minute, then crank.  The manual transmission and clutch work fine; the transmission has a hi- and lo-mode; plus there is a 4-wheel drive stick; all gauges work.  The engine is in the cab, and unbelievably, there is a huge air filter in the cab also (with new air filter).  This truck is definitely a head-turner; have done up to 45 mph on the highway with it.  Tires are so-so, but hold air just fine.

Best thing about this truck is the purity and completeness.  Purity means all plates are still on it; including a couple on the door sill on passenger side.  Nothing is rusted through, or changed from original (other than the civil service white paint over the military colors).  Completeness means that all unique, impossible-to-find parts are on it; like the military lights, canopy, and Cerlist engine parts.  Very few, probably less than five, of these M677 trucks are still running in the U.S. with the original drivetrain, and this is one of them, or so I am told by the club afficianados, who are an absolute wealth of knowledge about M677 trucks.

Undercarriage has light rust only, nothing perforated nor even close to it.  Doors open and shut fine; there are four doors.  Drive and enjoy as is; or complete the body and interior restoration to make this a very unique show-piece that will easily hold its value.  They don’t make these anymore, and never will again. Drive to the local show, or hardware store, and enjoy the old-timers fuss about this vehicle; that alone is worth the price  Batteries are new; and I installed a 24 volt battery tender to keep them charged; the trickle charger is included, as is a small collection of parts, original shop manual, a new shop manual, a PDF service manual for the Cerlist engine, and related literature.  The car has a clean Missouri title, and was previously titled in Delaware (copy included).”

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1957 FC-170 Bellevue, Wa $5450

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UPDATE: Still available .. the price has jumped to $5450.  This was in Hauser, Wa, but sounds like it has been moved to Bellevue, Wa.

“Willys Jeep Forward Control 4 Wheel Drive FC-170 Flat Bed Truck. 6 cylinder L-head model L6-266; 3 speed manual with 4 wheel hi, lo, and neutral gear box. Less than 40,000 original miles and runs good. Has 4 new tires plus excellent spare; new wheel bearings & seals; new brake drums, shoes and cylinders etc. new steering joints and new U-joints; valves newly adjusted and compression checked (good); carburator has been boiled out and new rebuild kit installed; new oil filter; new 12 volt battery and a new GM One-Wire alternator ( not yet installed ) It has the original Owner’s Use Manual and Original Owner’s Operators Manual. New Service Manual and Complete Parts List and Source information. Tow lights and tow bar are mounted using the original holes thru the bumper. Cash only please 208 449 1614

http://seattle.craigslist.org/est/cto/1503507388.html

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1957 FC-150 Hollister, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500

I don’t see much rust.  This needs some completion.

“1st year for the rare cab-over 4×4 Willys jeep. 90% original and complete/4cyl replaced with buick v6/ original 3spd with model18 transfercase to dana axles with 5.37 gears.New brakes, hydraulic system, needs clutch, but have new parts for you. Comes with the stock wheels. Been in storage a couple of years. I’ve owned it scince ’02 and have used it to drive to work and make firewood runs. Rack on back with hand-cranck winch. Good glass and good body and bed (not flawless though). It’s always been a work truck.”

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1961 FC-170 Dually Marysvale, Ut **SOLD**

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UPDATE:  This was bought for the ‘buy it now’ price of $8000.  Thanks Dennis!

(11/24/09) I like it, in part because it looks like it still gets used.  Marysvale is deep in the middle of Utah.  I’ve never been there, but I’ve been jeeping out of Mt. Pleasant above Marysville.  I’ve also flown over that area a number of times and scoped it out pretty well (you can see a variety of trails from above) with the idea that I’d go jeeping there at some point.  Also, the San Rafael Swell is a good area to explore also and is ignored by most tourists (or used to be).

“Willys Jeep FC-170. Dually flatbed. Purchased restored & used as light duty ranch truck. Stored inside. Still in nice condition. Has stock engine & transmission, 4wd. Was previously used as a parade vehicle but now carries a Lincoln welder (not included). Interior is all redone with blue velour seats. Runs & starts good in warm weather. It is not run in the winter. There are external exhaust pipes on each rear corner of the cab – sounds great too. This truck shows 80,000 miles but seller cannot guarantee actual milage.”

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