Surrey
Gala Package - 1959-1964 DJ-3A
In 1959, a Surrey Gala model was introduced. This model was intended for
use by resorts, usually for rentals. They usually came in pink, although
light blue and light green were also available. It came with a standard
striped fabric top, as well as a fabric cover for what was advertised as
a "Continental tire mount."
The Jeep DJ came in two basic models, the DJ-3A and the
DJ-5. The DJ-3A was a flat fender Jeep primarily designed primarily as a postal Jeep
and was also designed as the Jeep Surrey Gala. The Jeep DJ was similar to the CJ-3A except it
was two wheel drive model.
The Surrey Gala was a variant of the DJ-3 Dispatcher Jeep. The DJ-3
was designed as a delivery vehicle and mail truck and performed
honorably in that role. The Surrey Gala was a pink painted DJ with a
frilly striped top that looks more like a toy or a golf cart than a
Jeep. Its basic function was to serve as a vacation transport at resorts
or as a delivery vehicle for small shops. It's also reported that Elvis
owned one.
| Designation |
DJ-3A |
| Engine |
4-cyl L-head |
| Power |
60hp@4000rpm |
| Wheelbase |
80in |
|
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DJ-3A
The DJ-3A was introduced in 1955. It used the body style of the older
CJ-3A, along with the 3A's L-134 engine. Unlike the CJ-3A, It had a
column shifted three-speed manual transmission. It was offered with many
different body options including a soft top, hard top, or even a full
van body.
Onboard
Air
