- Seller: William I
- Location: Lynchburg, Virginia
- Mileage: 92,341 Shown
- Chassis #: 1360115957
- Title Status: Clean
- Engine: 230 cui Flathead 6-Cylinder
- Transmission: 4-Speed Manual
There’s no question about whether this old farm truck is a barn find! It’s been parked in a barn on a farm in Shipman, Virginia, for the past 30 years. It’s a project, but it could be a great winter project for anyone that appreciates classic trucks. So, if you’d love to revive this barn find, you can cast your high bids below.
This D300 is a capable truck with a GVWR of 9000 lbs and a stakeside bed. They made for great farm trucks that could haul equipment, feed, and make trips into town. This example arrived at the farm in 1976 and was probably an essential part of the farm’s operation. It would have likely stayed in use for many more years, but its previous owner passed away in 1994, so the truck didn’t leave the barn until the seller purchased it.
The interior is basic but has all the necessary features to get the job done. It’s in surprisingly nice condition for an old farm truck that’s been parked in a barn. It will need work, but the seat upholstery looks good, and there aren’t any signs of rodent damage. The original owner’s manual, parts, service manual, and a notebook with the previous owner’s service notes are included.
Dodge’s 230 cui flathead inline-6 engine provided power, with a net horsepower rating of 109. Unfortunately, the engine is seized, and the seller hasn’t had luck freeing it. These engines are known to be quite durable and very basic, so you might be able to free it up with patience and some work. In this case, a 318 V8 swap might be a reasonable option to get the truck back on the road. It would also make for a more enjoyable experience on modern roads.
The seller notes that this truck’s brakes are locked up, so getting it on and off a trailer will be tricky. It’s also missing the Dodge chrome strip on the hood and the gas cap. There’s metal diamond plate over the original wood bed, so you may want to plan on replacing the wood. That being said, this looks like it could be a good project for the right price! So, if you’d love to be its next owner, bid. And if you have any questions for the seller, leave them in the comment section below.
Now my 1st comment didn’t register, so frustrating,,,why is that? What word tripped the filter?
Anyways, long story short, I believe it’s a C series, not a D. The D came out in 1961. The lack of comments is disturbing. I submitted my 1st tip, a classic semi, I wonder if it will make the cut?