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Unclear if it starts/drives.
“This is a 1958 Jeep FC-170 all origional 6 cylinder 4×4. If you have any more questions feel free to email me. Thanks!”
http://quadcities.craigslist.org/cto/2723340507.html
UPDATE: Was $1000. **SOLD**
This looks more like a FC-170 to me. I will be returning to Pasco tomorrow night. I could look at this for someone if it lasts that long.
“This rare model Jeep pickup also has a utility box built for a welder and tanks. This great project ran when parked, but does need some work as shown by the reasonable price.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
“Well I’m sure no expert on old Jeeps, but a friend of mine gave me this FC-170. His dad is 80 years old, and has had it for many years. This is what I would call “Barn Fresh.” It has been sitting in a barn for at least the last 5 years or so idle. He says it was running and driving when it was last parked.
Here is what I know about it. It’s a 63′ or 64′, and it says Kaiser/jeep Corp on the I.D. plate. It is a factory flat-bed, 1 ton with dual rear wheels. This thing is rated to cary over 2 tons! It weighs 3,720 pounds empty, and has a G.V.W. of 8,000 lbs. Delivery date was Sept of 1963. It has a 6 cyl. flat head engine, and a manual transmission. The rear end is a Dana 70 and the front end is a Dana 30. This jeep has 5:37 gears I’ve been told. This Jeep could be used for parts, or better yet… be restored.
The engine turns free, and I’m sure someone more mechanical than myself, could have it up and running again in fairly short order. I do not have a title for it, and can only offer you a bill of sale. The previous owner has alzheimers (he can not locate the title). I do have the shop manual for it.
It’s sure not perfect, but it’s not real rusty like some I’ve seen. (I would say its 99% rust-free). This jeep is over 48 years old and being sold as is. I would much rather you plan for the worst and hope for the best, than be disappointed in any way. My opening bid is 950.00 with no reserve. Now all that having been said….. I can’t imagine finding a better FC170 for the price…I only want the buyer to be happy with it…Thanks.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $12,500.
“1957 FC 150 with 15,202 original miles. All original, no custom add ons. Original paint on grill, spare tire is original and never used. Tires on it are Goodyear Town and Country Mud and Snow. $12,500 location: Macomb County Michigan.”
**SOLD**. Was listed at $850.
(08/25/2011) It’s rare … and a mess.
“had cab fire but , did not get to floor , extra trans and transfer, case, some friends have some other old attachments, call for info 937-919-5894 ran good before fire new radiator, i think i have one door that was not on it during fire, make offer .this is close to scrape, ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay. This was located in Jaffrey, NH, but is now in Smithsburg, MD. However, the pictures are the same.
(08/20/2011) This looks in good condition.
“1959 Willys Jeep Forward Control FC 170. Very rare. 16000 original miles. Used originally as a fire truck. Converted to a dump truck with dual exhaust by high school auto body program. Dual pistons under dump. Can lift a load. Truck has no rust, has sandblasted and painted frame. 4 speed transmission and completely rebuilt engine. Truck can haul like wild. Needs bumper and wipers attached. Only selling because I have problems with knees and hips and have a lot of trouble getting in and out of it. Paid more than asking price. Located in Jaffrey, NH and can be seen upon request”
Mark has these and other parts for sale.
“You are bidding on a 1962 Willys/Jeep FC150 pickup bed with rear fenders and spacers. This bed does not include a tailgate. Please call at 727-804-6866 for specific questions or additional pictures. This bed is used and has several areas that need work, but is still very salvagable with a good sandblasting and priming and a little bit of sheet metal. Other 1962 body/cab parts are available, please call me for your needs.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $800.
(06/05/2011) “Basket Case. 4 wheel drive 3/4 ton with 6 cyl. flathead engine, with PTO, 3 speed man. transmission. clear title. Would make a great beach buggy or rock crawler. body is currently off the frame.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
Unclear if this runs or not.
“1963 Jeep FC-170 4wd – Ford V-8,
Automatic Ford Trans. Unknown
If it runs, but it is all here. lots of
good parts. Vintage Project Car.”
UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was $6500.
These roads are so bumpy I can’t quite tell whether this is nice or not!
“1958 Jeep Willys FC-150
Forward Control 150
Colorado Truck No Rust Whatsoever
37 K Miles
Freshly rebuilt engine
New clutch, pressure plate, tires, battery
New Diamond-plate lined bed
New read custom rear bumper
New custom tailgate
Good glass
Windows & doors work well
Needs door gaskets, wheel flare rubber (included)”
Unclear if it runs and drives.
“still original parts on vehicle, Forward control please contact 719-486-1184”
http://rockies.craigslist.org/cto/2693486681.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $25,000
This still needs a little work on the inside.
“This truck was 95% restored in 2008 & 2009 by Willys Restorations. Runs and drives great!! Has PTO winch on front. Needs some finishing touches on inside of cab. See photos of full restoration at: http://s373.photobucket.com/albums/oo174/seawheeler/1964%20Willys%20FC-170/ Clear NC title.. Truck was purchased from a western NC Kaiser Jeep dealer and has been in Western NC its whole existence. 2nd owner. Owner will trade for late model 4×4 pickup. Accept cash or paypal.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
This is not running.
“This 1958 Willys FC150 cab over engine stake bed jeep has been sitting for a few years.
It is not running now, and has not been running for quite a while, but it is not mechanically broke. It is a 12 speed with a PTO transmission.
It has reversed rims for stability, and could be a good workhorse for someone, or show jeep.
The jeep is located in San Ramon, and you have to call to see it. It is a FC150”
UPDATE: Back on eBay
(10/14/2011) There’s some value here. The engine turns over, but doesn’t run at the moment.
“I’m helping a friend sell this vehicle and it’s located 20 miles from me. I have known this man for 15 years, he’s retired in his 70s and honest.
Jeep FC was running fine when parked in 1990 and has not been started since. Has 134 CI and 3-speed manual. The engine does turn over freely.
Vehicle is located in Norfork, Arkansas, and has a clear title.
The odometer reads 45,260 miles.
I don’t believe there’s any bondo on the vehicle, but there is a large amount of rust, most of it surface with some pin holes. Above the front windshield there is a line of rust with several large pin holes in it and the small areas where the driver’s and passenger’s feet rest have been replaced with flat metal.
Otherwise, the doors, rest of the cab, bed, etc. look to be in fair shape. I think a lot of the metal on this vehicle could be saved.
About the glass: The two vent windows, the two ¼ windows, and the back window look good. But the front windshield and driver’s and passenger’s windows have cracks.
All of the weather-stripping and rubber seals are deteriorated.
This Jeep FC seems very complete, perhaps 100% (my opinion), this is a great advantage in a restoration, because you can see where everything goes and fits.
There is a factory-optional twin-jerry-can storage rack on the driver’s side for pair of fuel cans.
Also, the rear hitch on this FC is either a factory option or FC-specific aftermarket part.
There is also an extra heater box and dash that come with this vehicle for trading later on or whatever (see photos).
And of course the tool box and rack could easily be removed for a factory clean appearance.
Important Note: My friend has a second, older Jeep FC-150 for sale at this same time. Please check in my “Seller’s Other Items.”
Thank you for looking and if you have any questions I will try to answer them or forward them to my friend.
I’m at the limit of pictures I can have in the ad now and I hope the ones I’ve taken give you a very-good idea of this vehicle’s condition; it’s all there, but needs a complete restoration.”
UPDATE: Back on eBay
(10/14/2011) There is some value in this and the FC below.
“I’m helping a friend sell this vehicle and it’s located 20 miles from me. I have known this man for 15 years, he’s retired in his 70s and honest.
This vehicle does not have a title or VIN tag that I have seen. Since it is a narrow stance built off the CJ-5, we assume it is a 1956 or 57, since the width increased in 1958.
Jeep FC was running fine when parked in 1994 and has not been started since. Has 134 CI and 3-speed manual.
Vehicle is located in Norfork, Arkansas.
The odometer reads 28,594 miles.
I don’t believe there’s any bondo on the vehicle, but there is a large amount of rust, most of it surface with some pin holes. The small areas where the driver’s and passenger’s feet rest have been replaced with flat metal. And there is an appx. 8×10” hole in the floor right behind the driver’s seat down in that low valley behind the front tire.
Otherwise, the doors, rest of the cab, bed, etc. look to be in OK shape. I think a lot of the metal on this vehicle could be saved.
About the glass: The front windshield, big rear window, and the two ¼ windows look good. The two vent windows and the driver’s and passenger’s side windows have cracks.
All of the weather-stripping and rubber seals are deteriorated.
Note: One of the badges on the passenger side reads “FC-170” but that was put on to cover a lost badge, this is not a 170 model.
This Jeep FC seems very complete, perhaps 90% (my opinion), this is a great advantage in a restoration, because you can see where everything goes and fits.
Additionally, there is a factory-optional glove box behind the driver’s seat—nice collectible touch.
And of course the tall wood rack could easily be removed for a factory clean appearance.
Important Note: My friend has a second, 1962 Jeep FC-150 for sale at this same time. Please check in my “Seller’s Other Items.”
Thank you for looking and if you have any questions I will try to answer them or forward them to my friend.
I’m at the limit of pictures I can have in the ad now and I hope the ones I’ve taken give you a very-good idea of this vehicle’s condition; it’s mostly there, but needs a complete restoration.”
UPDATE: Pics provided. Price bumped to $1500.
(07/19/2011) “For Sale: Very, very rare FC-150 Pickup.
In need of full restoration.
Have running F-head 4 cylinder motor to be installed by new owner.
Has usual rust issues of all FC’s.
Very Rare truck. Running gear and suspension all compatible with CJ-5.
Needs: rear springs and new exhaust.
http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/hnp/cto/2671592006.html
No pics provided.
“complete truck some glass no box its a flatbed motor trans rad all there 900 obo nine 06 450 0747”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000
(10/03/2011) This needs some work, but appears stock.
“Actual local is liitlerock IL A rare 1960 Cabover engine willys 4×4
Cab does not tilt has 2 covers inside the cab that open to get to the engine which is
a continental flat head 6 cyl., with a 3 speed- Hi – Lo Trans.— front wheel Lock-outs
would make a nice head turner of a project trk to restore the metal is in good shape and very workable
no emails”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500
(01/02/2011) “1962 FC170 Jeep this is a custom made snow plow. really heavy duty. Straight blade no angle, winch up and down. Has a 318 dodge engine for power. 4 speed trans and single stick transfer case. Chains for all 4 wheels locking hubs. This thing can move a mountain of snow.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1800.
Unclear if it runs.
“1959 Jeep FC-150 Foward Control Four Wheel Drive”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500
(09/19/2011) The engine is apart and floor needs work.
“Very rare 1959 Jeep FC-170 pickup truck with 9 foot steel bed. Have looked all over the country in Craigslists and cannot find another.
Truck was disassembled and body work, sanding and primer done and reassembled. Contineltal L-226 engine disassembled for inspection. Probably needs bearings, rings, valves ground and reassembled (or else install engine of your choice).
It has HD 3-speed trannsmission, drive shafts, good radiator, good tires. Doors are good and straight – they
open and close easily, need new door seals (door to body). Both original bucket seats need recovered.
Truck is original – not lowered, raised or modified in any way.
The floor in bed needs replaced, or a piece of sheet metal or wood layed on top of existing floor. It apparently has set outside and the bed floor rusted. The floor support cross members are good and solid.”
No pics provided.
“Two jeep FC170 trucks. Need a little tlc but run great. Make me an offer on one or both. Mike 5303540807”
I had to update this page because my links I had used no longer work. Fortunately, I found an image of a FC-160 from India (at least the Flickr page claims it is a FC-160 — feel free to correct me on this). This picture was taken in January of this year by Vaibhav Bhosale.
“In 1965 Mahindra & Mahindra of India began assembling the Jeep FC Forward Control. Mahindra introduced its versions to include the FC-160. The FC-160 (and later FJ-160) uses a frame which is 2.33 meters in length. The FC-150s frame was 2.05 meters while the FC-170 used a frame of 2.63 meters in length. Thus, the FC-160 was an intermediate truck, marketed to supplement the FC line and the final version was only manufactured by Mahindra & Mahindra.
The pick-up box was designed and manufactured by Mahindra and there were other bodies which were available. Additionally, the base FC-160 chassis was used in the manufacture of a mini-bus which uses the basic front face of the FC. Currently, Mahindra’s FJ-460 and FJ-470 van or mini-bus vehicles still retain the appearance of the original Forward Control. These vehicles can accomodate from 11 to 15 passengers plus the driver”
Caption from flickr: One of the three Jeep models built by Mahindra & Mahindra. This vehicle was used by my school to train the students on Automobile subject. We used to play hide n seek when it got abandoned.
UPDATE: **SOLD* Was $500.
The engine is stuck.
“1959 Willys Jeep Forward Control FC-170.
The truck has the original flathead 226 “Super Hurricane” straight 6 engine but it is stuck. I had planned to pull the head and work the pistons free but I have no time for it now.. Has the 3 speed T-90 transmission. Being a Jeep it is of course four wheel drive.
These are bit of a rare bird as only ~35000 of them were ever made. This one has a fair bit of rust typical of living in the rust belt.
It used to be a farm truck up in Michigan. There’s no bed on it. It was originally a stake bed I believe.
The drivers side window has a crack through it. All the other windows are fine but the front windshield is a bit fogged along the bottom.”
This may be a good project.
“Has been sitting in my garage for 10 years! I don’t think I am getting any closer to finishing this project…
Very original, unique Oregon history, I have the original 1958 Oregon title, I am the second owner.
In good shape, does need some rust repair but not like most! Engine runs and it drives and stops. Brand new tires, white powder coat wheels with 2 spares (no tires on them). Two extra engines and another FC170 parts rig which is all there except the bed (was a flat bed).
I would love to get this out of my garage. Might be interested in a trade if something interests me.
Drop me an email if you have questions…”
http://portland.craigslist.org/wsc/cto/2640106052.html
