How the Ford 9N Tractor Saved Willys-Overland
The Ford 9N, the Ferguson 3-point system and the brilliant mind of a production executive left a lasting mark on the Willys-Overland farm jeep.
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The Ford 9N, the Ferguson 3-point system and the brilliant mind of a production executive left a lasting mark on the Willys-Overland farm jeep.
SHARE STORY These days, we’re used to seeing people-movers adorned with all manner of off-road pretensions. It’s the foundation on which the modern crossover vehicle is built, after all. According to a former Chrysler designer, that trend nearly gained a foothold almost thirty years ago in the form of a thoroughly kitted-out Dodge Caravan — except for one small detail. The crew at Jeep weren’t having it. Michael Santoro lent his talents to several notable vehicles during his time in Sterling Heights, including the Jeep TJ and Dodge Stratus. Where does the Caravan come into play? In an...