Dodge Pickup (1917-1932)

Dodge entered the truck market in 1917, initially offering a commercial car built on its existing passenger car chassis. These early vehicles were often sold as a bare chassis and cowl, allowing customers or third-party coachbuilders to add custom bodies. In 1921, Dodge formalized a partnership with Graham Brothers, who built truck bodies and eventually sold their entire operation to Dodge in 1926. This acquisition solidified Dodge's position as a major truck manufacturer before the Chrysler Corporation purchase in 1928.

Collectors are drawn to these pickups for their historical significance and rugged, utilitarian design. They represent the very beginning of Dodge's long truck-building history. Unlike their Ford and Chevrolet counterparts, early Dodge trucks are less common, offering a unique choice for pre-war commercial vehicle enthusiasts. The market is relatively small, with only 10 sales tracked, indicating a niche but dedicated following.

With an average price of around $13,000, these trucks represent an accessible entry point into pre-war collecting. The wide price range, from project-quality vehicles to fully restored show trucks, reflects the vast differences in condition and originality. Values are driven by correctness, quality of restoration, and historical provenance, not by performance or modern usability.

Based on 10 recent sales, prices range from $5,500 for projects to $36,000 for well-restored examples.