Vehicle Description
1965 Dodge A100 Window Van Second model year for the cab-over
vansRebuilt 225 CID Slant inline six-cylinder engine, as stated by
previous ownerThree-speed manual transmission with 3.55 gearingNew
blue exterior with white trim and blue interior with new, black
upholstery and trim90-inch wheelbase, 213 cubic feet of cargo
space, 21-gallon fuel tank and 4,600 GVWRProTecta? Skidgard floor
matDocumentation includes original owner?s manual Seeking a new
vehicle to advertise your small business with enough space to
haul/store promotional items? This is a classic van from the
cab-over-engine (COE) Mopar era, commonly used by tradesmen,
contractors and utility companies during the 1960s. Check out this
1965 Dodge A100 Window Van, now at MotoeXotica Classic Cars, when
was the last time you saw one for sale? Made in Chrysler?s Warren,
Michigan Truck Assembly, this van was sold at Key Dodge Inc., in
Peoria, Illinois on June 12, 1965. It is one of 36,535
six-cylinder-powered vans Chrysler made in 1965. Dressed in a new
blue exterior, the paint and white trim pieces are in overall very
good condition and the color combination is quite eye-catching.
This van underwent a cosmetic restoration along with an engine
build by the previous owner and looks great. The bodywork remains
straight and solid, the engine bay is very tidy and the cargo area
behind the front seats looks great. This van is rated for 213 cubic
feet of space behind the front seats, carries a 21-gallon fuel tank
and there is a full-sized spare tire in the right rear corner of
the cargo bay. The white front and corrugated, white rear bumpers
are in great shape. New window seals have been installed all around
Rolling on new Hankook Optimo radials, size 215/75R15 at every
corner, each tire is mounted on steel wheels with white beauty
rings and chrome factory center caps. The wheels are in very good
order. Between the driver and front passenger is an oversized
armrest that doubles as a sound-insulated engine cover. Lift up the
insulated cover to expose the venerable 225 CID Chrysler ?Slant?
straight six-cylinder engine, which has been rebuilt. In this
example, it is buttoned to a three-speed manual transmission with a
column-mounted shifter and backed by a 3.55:1 rear end. The
transmission has a new clutch, pressure plate and throw-out
bearings. Other new parts ? brakes, muffler and wiring. The rest of
the interior features new painted metal surfaces that match the
exterior?s color and new black upholstery. The bucket seats look
great, there is a black headliner for the front one-third of the
van?s roof that is in good order. A two-spoke, black steering wheel
faces the driver in the upright configuration necessary in a COE
design. The horn is inoperable. The blue instrument panel has a
full suite of gauges that reportedly all function as intended.
Inner door liners look great and feature black armrests. Behind the
front seats is a ProTecta? Skidgard floor mat that covers most of
the cargo floor. The Forward Control style, with no hood, remains
nearly unique among mainstream vans. What?s more, it was used as
the basis not only for a van and closely related compact truck.
According to the July 1964 issue Popular Science (the ?65s debuted
with no major changes): ?Driving position is excellent in the
Dodge. Front bucket seats are firm and form-fitting. The automatic
transmission lever, which resembles a beer spigot, is conveniently
mounted on the dash. The interior is neat, though by no means
lavish. Front door windows are retractable but rear windows are
sealed shut.? Popular Science also found the A-100 to be set up
well for hauling, with a better ride loaded than empty, which set
it apart from its crosstown rivals. ?For a vehicle of this type,
control is excellent over rough roads and through hairpin curves.
Big leaf springs front and rear resist lean. Ride is firm, the
result of stiff springs and shocks. Loaded lightly, the Dodge may
annoy people who are used to passenger car comfort. But with a full
load, ride improves tremendously; springs are then operating at
design capacity.? Competition to this A100 in 1965 included
Chevrolet?s Sportvan, Ford?s Econoline, GMC?s Handi-Bus and
Volkswagen?s Type 2 or Bus. Documentation includes the van?s
original owner?s manual. If you?re a classic van fan, a Mopar Nut
or if you want a new vehicle for your small business, this Dodge
A100 Van may the ride you?ve been looking for. Stop by MotoeXotica
Classic Cars today to check it out for yourself! VIN: 261031768
This van is currently located at our facility in St. Louis,
Missouri. Current mileage on the odometer shows 8,013 miles. It is
sold as is, where is, on a clean and clear, mileage exempt title.
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