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1941 - 1947 DODGE TRUCK PICKUP GRILLE W/ HOOD ORNAMENT & CHROME MOULDING & ORIGINAL PAINTI acquired this piece in the 1980s, it was on an abandoned truck deep in the woods of North Carolina. Unlike most of the 1941-1947 Dodge truck grilles you see for sale on and the internet, this one has the upper and lower grille sections, it also has it\'s original chrome hood ornament (reproductions go for +$225) and the original chrome center nose \"Dodge\" molding (reproductions go for +$300) and original two-toned red and black paint. That\'s almost $500 just in chrome trim....
I admire the Streamlined Art Deco design of this grille. It reminds me of a 1930s locomotive. I\'ve had this piece in my man-cave since the 1980s, and it\'s been quite the conversation piece. It will shine up well with a good coat of wax if you want to go that route and display it, I\'ve done nothing to it.Following the photos for this item I\'ve included a few photos showing the grille in place on various 1941-1947 Dodge trucks - the WW2 military drab truck is a 1942, the other 2 trucks are a 1946 and a 1947 1.5 ton truck with the same two tone red and black color scheme.This historic grille would look great in a man-cave, restaurant or business.\"1941 - 1947 was a very historically important segment of Dodge pickup history. First the engineering and design work to develop a light-duty Dodge military 4 wheel drive truck began in 1940. Second, the first light-duty factory built 4WD pickup was introduced in 1946. Third, these were the first pickups to be assembled in Dodge Truck’s huge, new trucks-only manufacturing plant. Fourth, Dodge was the first of the Big Three truck manufacturers to offer a diesel powered truck. It was all the more remarkable because Chrysler engineered and manufactured its own heavy-duty diesel engine. And lastly, these pickups are the most popular pickup series with Dodge truck collectors.
It was mandatory for a modern 1941 truck to featured STREAMLINED styling. In the later 1930s streamlining was a design requirement for trucks, cars, boats, planes, and trains and the new Dodge trucks were no exception. Streamlining at Dodge was evident in the new sloped windshield, long sleek front and rear fenders with embossed “speed lines”, and a sharp “V” shaped grille that looked like a streamlined locomotive of the day.
After the War the 1 1/2-ton pickup was dropped and the one-ton was built only on the 120-inch wheelbase chassis with a 7 1/2-foot cargo box.
The 1941 Dodge truck grille design continued through 1946 and 1947 except that the lower chrome strips were deleted after World War 2.\"
Due to the age of this grille, no warranty is expressed or implied.These grille is sold as-is, no returns.Make sure you review the description and all the photos before placing a offer.
Due to the size and weight of this item, it is local pickup only. Alternatively, the buyer can arrange his own shipping service.
Unless agreed to by seller, this is a local pickup item only. Buyer must make any and all arrangements for pickup within 30 days of close of sale. Pickups made after 30 days will be charged a storage fee unless agreed to by seller. Pickups not made within 60 days will be considered abandoned goods with no refunds to buyer and can be relisted.
The grille measures 42 inches by 39 inches by 34 inches. Weight is 60 pounds.
Seller reserves the right to reject offers from buyers who, in the sole judgement of the seller, have excessive negative response, or insufficient response.
If you have any questions, please ask BEFORE you offer. Please don\'t wait until the last few minutes of the sale to ask questions.
