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Up for sale is a “Vietnam” Era 1962 M151 Ford Military Utility Tactical Truck or “MUTT” for short. It was part of an estate for a veteran and sold off at auction.
The MUTT runs great and does come with a title to register for the street. Mileage shows 70,590 and thought to be all original.
According to the prior owner the vehicle had the engine rebuilt and it was repainted some time ago. The owner used it parades and military vehicle assemblies.
All the lights, gauges, horn, and 4-wheel drive function normally. This MUTT even has the optional heater mounted between the seats.
Included with the purchase are: 4 side curtains in excellent condition, “Vietnam-Era” military memorabilia, documents on the maintenance of the M151.
Brief history of the MUTT starts after the Korean-War when the Army looked for a replacement of the Willy’s-Overland M38 style Jeep.
It had to be a ¼ ton light tactical 4×4 vehicle to meet the demanding needs for the military. So, in 1960 Ford and Willys-Overland (which became Kaiser-Jeep) jointly developed and produced the M151 MUTT. Since Ford was busy making more money selling civilian cars, most of the M151’s were built by Kaiser-Jeep.
The biggest difference between the Ford MUTT and the Jeep M38 was the independent suspension which gave a smoother ride and handled the terrain better. This M151 is a Kaiser-Jeep build.
A few of the specifics include:
4-cylinder Over Head Valve engine rated at 71 h.p.
4-speed transmission with 5.7:1 first gear and 1-reverse
17.5 gal. fuel tank
2-wheel drive which shifts into 4-wheel drive
Top speed of 60 mph
Total weight capacity of 800#’s
Ground clearance of 9 1/8”
This M151 MUTT is a blast to drive, as you can see in the video and is great for parades or cruises. Please note there is a slight radiator leak from the bottom tank but does not seem to cause the vehicle to overheat. The Frame is original and appears solid except for one section (see photo). Otherwise, it starts and runs great!
I am listing this vehicle as a representative (facilitator) for the owner, not a broker. All photographs and videos were taken by me. All the information presented was given to me by the owner. All questions will be directed to J.D. @ 410-937-0719 and answered in a timely manner.
NO TRADES
ATTENTION DEALERS!!! ALL PAYMENTS ARE MADE TO MY BUSINESS ACCOUNT AND NOT THE OWNER’S OF THE VEHICLES. NO EXCEPTIONS!!
IF YOU HAVE AN EBAY RATING OF LESS THAN 5 YOU MUST CONTACT ME BEFORE BIDDING OR BIDS WILL BE CANCELED.
ANY AND ALL DEPOSITS EITHER THROUGH PAYPAL, WIRED FUNDS OR CASH ARE NON-REFUNDABLE
PAYMENT IS TO BE MADE BY WIRE TRANSFER OR CASH.
CASHIER’S CHECKS WILL BE ACCEPTED BY MAJOR NATIONAL BANKS, BUT CHECK MUST CLEAR BEFORE TITLE AND BILL OF SALE ARE RELEASED.
IN PERSON INSPECTION OF THE VEHICLE IS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. NO CONTINGENCY PURCHASES!!!!
FEEL FREE TO CALL OR TEXT ME WITH ANY QUESTIONS @ 410-937-0719…..J.D.
Vehicle is no longer covered under manufacturer warranty, it will be sold as is, where is with no warranty, expressed written or implied. The seller shall not be responsible for the correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no warranty in connection therewith. No allowance or set aside will be made on account of any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle, and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value and to bid based upon that judgement solely. The seller shall and will make every reasonable effort to disclose any known defects associated with this vehicle at the buyer’s request prior to the close of sale. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs regardless of any oral statements about the vehicle.
PLEASE BUY WITH CONFIDENCE
I have been an active eBay seller of cars and other items for more than 19 years and maintained a 100% rating during most of that period. Approximately 10 years ago I started an online service assisting owners of Classic, Vintage, and Muscle cars to sell their vehicles on the internet without them leaving the garage. These are private individual owners who do not want to deal with the public and all the endless phone calls, “Tire kickers”, and other nonsense that goes on when trying to sell a car. They just want someone to sell it!!
References can be provided upon request. Feel free to call me at 410-937-0719
Thank you
J.D. Kurzmann