Sometimes it is not always about what you see, but what you think you see. The possibilities and dreams of making something, being resourceful and having the creativity and ingenuity to fabricate something that no one thought you could. Those are the traits you would need to have to do something with these two Dodge M37’s. One is a 1952 and the other a 1953. The asking price is $1,800 and they are located in Roxbury Vermont. Thank you AMXBrian for the tip on these trucks. You can find them here on Craigslist.

It appears only one truck has an engine, and it is unclear if it works or not. The seller has it listed as a 4 cylinder. A few sources though indicate the engine would be a Dodge T-245 “L” Head 6 cylinder good for 68 horsepower. These trucks upgraded from their WWII siblings and were equipped with a 4 speed synchronized transmission. They would have a two-speed transfer case as well. An easy same number combination on it is that it has a 24-gallon fuel tank and a 24v sealed ignition system.

The M37 is a three quarter ton truck that was developed in 1950 to replace the WC series that served in WWII. Full-scale production started in 1951. The trucks served faithfully in the Korean War and the Vietnam War. The trucks ended production around 1968 and were found commonly at auctions during the following two decades. They made their way into civic use, such as fire trucks for rural areas. In total there were 115,000 trucks made. They were replaced by the M715 and M880 military trucks.

In the case of these trucks listed, it is the sum of both parts equals a whole. Collectively, one truck could be fashioned out of purchasing the two. The seller seems to indicate that. The seller also indicates they are willing to help with shipping. That seems like a kind offer and would be worthwhile taking up if you live far away and are interested in purchasing. With the long run of production and large quantities made, restoring one of these trucks into driving condition could be easier and affordable.