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DODGE Pick-up, Series B 1952 Type : B3C...

DODGE Pick-up, Series B 1952 Type : B3C 116. Chassis number : 83379956 Engine number: T306*57475*. Engine : CHRYSLER 6 cylinder in-line engine with side valves. Approximately 90 horsepower at 3600 rpm. Gearbox: Manual, 3 speeds plus reverse. Propulsion. Electricity: 6 volts. Mileage: 61,159 miles on the odometer. Registration: U.S. registration, clearance certificate and FFVE certificate. 17 HP. Technical inspection : In progress. Condition : Rolling, very good general condition, water leak on the rear part of the engine block. Starting price : 15 000 €. The B series pickups were sold from 1948 to 1953. They replaced the pre-war Dodge trucks. They featured a high visibility "pilot house" cab with optional rear side windows. The engine was moved forward and the axle was moved back on the frame for better weight distribution and a shorter wheelbase. The sides of the body have been enlarged to increase the loading capacity by 40%. The model we are presenting has been beautifully restored. The interior is in brown leatherette, the body and the paint are in good condition as well as the bed. This pickup is equipped with 4 drum brakes and 4 new BF Goodrich white sidewall tires, size 700 x 15.