Beschreibung
This car is to be auctioned at 'Beaulieu, National Motor Museum'
Imported from Montana, USA in 2021 Previous single-family ownership 3. 8-litre six-cylinder petrol engine An older restoration Recent braking system overhaul
Introduced in 1946 as the very first 4x4 truck produced for the civilian market, the Power Wagon was mechanically derived from Dodge's 1942-1945 ?-ton WC series trucks. Used in WW2 as a 'go anywhere' truck and command and control vehicle, the WC was extremely popular with returning GIs. Dodge recognised the potential, and indeed demand, for a civilian four-wheel drive truck and manufacture commenced in March 1946. Known as the WDX General Purpose truck: the 'W' was a continuation of the 1941-1947 model series while 'D' stood for 1-ton and 'X' indicated four-wheel drive.
Registered as 1947, this Dodge Power Wagon was later identified by Steve Arndt of Vintage Power Wagons in Fairfield, Iowa to be a first series (1945-47) WDX Model 1-ton Civilian Power Wagon. On file is a dating letter from the American Auto Club UK confirming the year of manufacture as 1947 and the power unit as a 230ci (3, 770cc) six-cylinder petrol engine. Distinguishing features include four rectangular stake pockets on each side of the rear bed for a hard cover, and a round speedometer with rectangular gauges either side that have the instrument lettering on the glass instead of the face of the gauges.
Imported by the present owner from Montana in 2021, having had single family ownership from new, this Long Box Power Wagon was restored some 30 years ago and more recently has benefited from a new battery and all new brake wheel cylinders and shoes from Vintage Power Wagons. Although not driven extensively in its current ownership, the truck performed well when tested on private land. We are advised that the 94bhp sidevalve six runs well, testifying to the toughness and longevity required by the municipal authorities, fire departments, ranchers, farmers and others who bought these Dodge 4x4 trucks. Offered with a handbook and V5C Registration Certificate.
AUCTION TIMES
Friday, 1st September, starting at 11:00 CEST
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LIVE AND ONLINE AUCTION
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COLLECTION OF PURCHASED LOTS
Purchases will only be released when cleared funds are received in full. Collections must be arranged with Bonhams staff. All Buyers should contact Richard Stafford to give instruction, or to seek further information.
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Motor Cars Removal and Storage of Vehicles Cars cannot be removed on Saturday 2 or Sunday 3 September. Cars may be removed on Monday 4 September up until midday once full payment has been received / entry fees having been settled and by liaising with the Motor Car Department directly in good time. If you are unable to collect your vehicle by the given time, Lots shall be removed by Indigo Blue to storage at the Buyer’s expense (see below). Lots are at the Buyer’s risk from the fall of the hammer. It is strongly advisable that overseas purchasers and absentee bidders make arrangements regarding collection with Bonhams in advance of Sale. Cars under customs cannot be collected from the venue and can only be released once customs is cleared.
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AUCTION ADDRESS
National Motor Museum,
Beaulieu,
John Montagu Building,
Beaulieu,
Brockenhurst SO42 7ZN,
United Kingdom
