The Crofton Bug was a mini-Jeep based on the prior Crosley Farm-O-Road and featuring a Crosley engine. These only offered two-wheel drive, but had dual transmissions to gear them down for slippery conditions. One recently crossed the block at auction and Hemmings has a very recent (pre-auction) article on that one.
This is a running, driving example and the seller suggests it would be good for a rolling restoration. The correct dual transmissions are included, which is a bonus. Claimed mileage is 71K, which is very little for a typical 1961 vehicle, but a lot for a microcar. Still, the fact that it’s been driven/used is good news. Note that the owner included a video in the ad text.
We don’t yet have the Russo and Steele auction result from Newport, so we can’t use that to estimate value.
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Gold Beach, OR, USA
$5,000 with ZERO bids, reserve not met and six days to go
What’s not to love about the styling here?
Cute from every angle!
Parts are good when something is this rare.
We were saying…
Ad text:
This bug is a rolling restoration and in good running order.
Mostly garaged, it has 71000 miles and moderate rust.
Small details are missing or need replaced – i.e. wiper, hood latches, air filter, and speedometer cable.
Included with sale are 2nd transmission,an older Crosley engine and spare parts.
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