1973 Dodge D100 Stepside on 2040-cars

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VIN: D13AE3S069107 Year: 1973
Interior Color: Black/white
Make: Dodge
Number of Cylinders: 8
Model: Other Pickups
Trim: Custom
Cab Type (For Trucks Only): Regular Cab
Drive Type: Automatic
Mileage: 77,763
Sub Model: D100
Number of Doors: 2
Exterior Color: Medium Blue
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty

Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ... 

1973 Dodge D100, long box stepside.  Very original, 77,763 miles.  I have owned this pickup since 2004, and have put about 8 or 9 thousand miles on it, I believe the mileage to be

original, based on the oil change sticker in the door from 1983.  I bought it locally in Montana, and would guess it could have been here for 40 years, but cannot confirm that.

It was purchased by the US Government, if you look close you can see the lettering on the door.  I was told it spent many years at the Belfry, MT cemetery. 

Sadly, I have been unable to keep in under cover all the time these past eight years, and the paint shows this.  It had always been my intention to

paint it, but didn't want it done cheaply, so I didn't do it at all.   I am a fan of Dodge stepsides, and based on what I see pass thru ebay and if you ever see one parked, this is one of

the straightest, least abused you will find in unrestored condition.  The seat has been recovered in original fabric from SMS, at a professional upholstery shop.  I have used this pickup for

a spare runaround truck, and for when I need an open bed to move things.  The bed wood is original, and has warped, but not bad for 40 years old.  Over the years, I have had some carb work

done, block heater installed, new muffler, new tires (Coopers), which have good tread, but showing age.  It can be cold blooded below freezing, but if plugged in, it starts fine.  It runs better when

driven on a regular basis. I have all reciepts for work done, and these will be included.

The oil gets changed every year, regardless of the mileage I put on (1,000 mile average/year)  All the lights work, as well as all gauges and such.  It was a radio delete originally, as the radio in

it when I bought it had three holes in the area for the radio.  I cut the hole out with a dremel tool, and installed a period correct AM Chrysler radio, but it does not work, just for looks.  I imagine it

might work if you are handy that way.   The motor sounds good, seems to burn a little oil, auto transmission works fine.  Newer floormat, floor had surface rust, sprayed with a sealer, put down new

insulator carpet.  The only rust thru is behind the front wheels, very common for Dodge's of this era.  There is surface rust and oxidation otherwise, the pictures show all areas.

I have enjoyed this pickup a long time, and never figured I would ever sell it.   But, I decided my backup should be 4WD and heavier duty, and a 1987 W250 came along, running out of room.

I would hope that another fan of Dodge stepsides will buy it, and repaint it in its original Medium Blue.  It had a badly painted white bumper when I bought it, and I replaced it with a decent chrome one.

It has the original hubcaps, and even the reflectors on the rear sides, how often do you see those?!   Also, this vehicle is basic, be sure this is what you want!  No power steering, no A/C, just a time 

machine to 1973.  The gas tank is in the cab, and if it is full, there can be an odor of gas, so I don't fill it.  The original tank was rusty inside, a replacement was found, cleaned, tested.  Also, new fuel pump

and fuel filters, and gas lines.    There a few minor dings, and scratches.  Window rubber needs replaced.  This vehicle is 40 years old, there is no warranty.   

   If you have any questions, please feel free to call (406) 351-1492.  Thank you for viewing my auction.