1948 Dodge Power Wagon

Make: Dodge

Model: Power Wagon

Type: Truck/SUV

Seller Type: Private

Key Details

Seller : ProvenanceMotorworks
Location : Dallas, TX 75235
Seller Type : Private

Build Sheet

VIN: 83911154
Rebuilt 230ci L-head inline 6-cylinder engine
12-volt electrical system conversion & electric fuel pump
Rebuilt 4-speed manual transmission (granny 1st gear)
Rebuilt dual-range transfer case & solid front/rear 4x4 axles
Overhauled hydraulic 4-wheel drum brake system
Upgraded power steering conversion
Custom 17-inch period-style steel wheels
Reproduction vintage-style off-road tires
Custom light blue exterior paint
Restored original cab & replacement Vintage Power Wagons bed
Braden MU-2 PTO-driven front winch
Split-pane tilt-out windshield setup
Reshaped 1950 Dodge bench seat in factory-style pattern
Restored original dashboard & gauge cluster

Wrench Report

By Chris Esparza

RestoMods Head Mechanic. 20 year classic car mechanic & builder.

Clamber up into this Power Wagon and get ready to conquer some rough terrain! This Robinson Restoration build is pure, unadulterated American offroad heavy-metal history. Updates like power steering, a 12 volt conversion, and a fully refurbished exterior and interior are going to make driving and owning this Power Wagon much more pleasant than it was even brand new in 1948.

Description

This 1948 Dodge Power Wagon underwent a frame-off restoration carried out by Robinson Restoration and Service of Denton, Texas, between 2016 and early 2025. With an investment totaling approximately $236,000, the build included extensive metalwork, mechanical rebuilds, wiring updates, and final assembly. Retaining its factory-style four-wheel-drive layout, the truck features an upgraded power steering system, 12-volt electronics, and custom paintwork. It is offered with extensive restoration documentation and a clean Texas title.

The original cab, hood, fenders, and doors were stripped to bare metal, repaired, and reassembled, while a replacement bed sourced from Vintage Power Wagons was fitted to factory dimensions. The exterior is finished in a custom light blue shade inspired by the original Dodge color palette. Body equipment includes a functional original Braden MU-2 PTO-driven front winch and a rebuilt split-pane tilt-out windshield setup with overhauled hardware.

The Power Wagon rides on custom 17-inch steel wheels designed after period styles, wrapped in bias-ply light-duty truck tires that measure 7.50-17. A matching spare is mounted passenger side on the outside of the truck bed.

The cab houses a bench seat sourced from a 1950 Dodge pickup that was narrowed to fit and reupholstered in a factory-style pattern. The interior retains its restored original dashboard layout painted in the body color and factory-style cab hardware.

The driver operates the truck via a factory three-spoke steering wheel set ahead of the restored original gauge cluster.

The engine bay houses the rebuilt original 230ci L-head inline 6-cylinder engine featuring rebored cylinders, replacement pistons, rings, bearings, and fresh gaskets. Mechanical updates include recently added power steering, a 12-volt electrical system conversion and an electric pusher fuel pump. Power is routed through a rebuilt four-speed manual transmission with a granny gear and a rebuilt 2-speed transfer case.

The truck sits on factory heavy-duty frame with leaf spring suspension and solid axles, all of which were overhauled during the restoration. Stopping power is provided by a fully rebuilt hydraulic drum brake system at all 4 wheels.

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Highest Bid

$57,000

Seller
ProvenanceMotorworks
Highest Bidder
Roofwars
Total Bids
14 Bids
Total Views
4,582 Views
Total Saves
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Highest Bid

$57,000

Reserve Not Met

Seller
ProvenanceMotorworks
Highest Bidder
Roofwars
Total Bids
14 Bids
Date Ended
August 26, 2026 1:00 PM PDT

Comments & Bid History

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ProvenanceMotorworks Seller • Aug 26, 1:03 pm PDT

Thank you for the bids @Roofwars @craig6719 We'll be in touch to try and work towards a deal!

BuyTheCar Staff • Aug 26, 1:00 pm PDT

The reserve was not met. We'll reach out to the seller and the bidders to try to make a deal.

Roofwars • Aug 26, 12:45 pm PDT Aug 26, 12:45 pm PDT

craig6719 • Aug 26, 12:45 pm PDT Aug 26, 12:45 pm PDT

ProvenanceMotorworks Seller • Aug 26, 8:45 am PDT

Thank you for the bids @Roofwars

ProvenanceMotorworks Seller • Aug 26, 8:44 am PDT

It's been a treat sharing this truck at car shows! The memories it evokes and thumbs up while driving are priceless!

Roofwars • Aug 26, 6:52 am PDT Aug 26, 6:52 am PDT

craig6719 • Aug 25, 7:20 pm PDT Aug 25, 7:20 pm PDT

MStover1 • Aug 25, 12:51 pm PDT Aug 25, 12:51 pm PDT

Roofwars • Aug 25, 11:16 am PDT Aug 25, 11:16 am PDT

ProvenanceMotorworks Seller • Aug 25, 9:38 am PDT

Thank you for viewing this 1948 Dodge Power Wagon. 24 hours remain!

A few highlights:

July 2026 - Oil change, general refresh, and the addition of electric power steering, making it far easier to maneuver and genuinely enjoyable to cruise.

The attention to detail in this restoration is a testament to the level of service provided at Robinson Restoration. This truck turns heads everywhere it goes and would make an outstanding addition to any serious collection.

Don’t miss the driving footage. The original inline-six sounds excellent, and the four-speed shifts with the deliberate, mechanical feel these trucks are known for. From inside the solid-steel cab, you hear everything, the transmission working, the engine pulling, and the exhaust note behind you. It’s a wonderfully nostalgic driving experience that feels unmistakably Power Wagon.

Please reach out with any final questions before the auction closes.

MStover1 • Aug 25, 8:07 am PDT Aug 25, 8:07 am PDT

craig6719 • Aug 24, 6:12 pm PDT Aug 24, 6:12 pm PDT

ProvenanceMotorworks Seller • Aug 24, 11:54 am PDT

Cheers! Welcome to the auction @MStover1

ProvenanceMotorworks Seller • Aug 24, 11:54 am PDT

Don’t miss the extensive documentation prepared with this listing. This was a no-compromise restoration in which every detail was methodically considered, with correct parts sourced and custom ordered rather than simply fabricated or substituted. The goal throughout was to preserve the character and originality of the iconic Power Wagon while creating a highly usable, fully sorted example.

MStover1 • Aug 24, 11:52 am PDT Aug 24, 11:52 am PDT

craig6719 • Aug 24, 10:00 am PDT Aug 24, 10:00 am PDT

MStover1 • Aug 24, 9:09 am PDT Aug 24, 9:09 am PDT

ProvenanceMotorworks Seller • Aug 21, 1:51 pm PDT

@craig6719 @Nottiny75 @Dhagert thank you for the bids

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Nottiny75 • Aug 20, 11:13 am PDT Aug 20, 11:13 am PDT

Dhagert • Aug 19, 8:41 am PDT Aug 19, 8:41 am PDT

ProvenanceMotorworks Seller • Aug 19, 5:23 am PDT

Thanks for viewing this 1948 Dodge Power Wagon listing.

This Power Wagon is finished in a custom light blue over a restored interior and is powered by its original 230ci L-head inline-six paired with a four-speed manual transmission and dual-range transfer case. The truck underwent a nearly decade-long frame-off restoration by Robinson Restoration and Service of Denton, Texas, and has since been fitted with power steering for improved drivability. It also retains its fully operational Braden MU-2 PTO winch, along with a 12-volt electrical conversion and period-style reproduction wheels and tires.

For the best experience, view the full listing on a desktop or tablet. The photo set provides a complete walkaround of the truck, with video included to show cold start, driving footage, engine bay, interior, exterior, underside, and overall presentation.

We can assist with transport, payment coordination, and the full purchase process. The truck is located in Dallas, TX and is ready for delivery.

If you have any questions, need logistics support, want to discuss the Power Wagon further, or have questions about payment or the auction process, please use the contact button before placing a bid.

Provenance Motorworks

BigDanno • Aug 18, 11:27 pm PDT

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