1966 Dodge Dart, Restored Barn Find
Make: |
Dodge |
Model: |
Dart |
SubModel: |
GT |
Type: |
Coupe |
Year: |
1966 |
Mileage: |
70,000 |
VIN: |
6192401858 |
Color: |
Blue |
Engine: |
225 cu in (3.7 L) slant six cylinder |
Fuel: |
Gasoline |
Transmission: |
Manual |
Drive type: |
RWD |
Interior color: |
Black |
Vehicle Title: |
Clear |
Item location: |
Escondido, California, United States |
1966 Dodge Dart Additional Info:
Selling a restored 1966 Dodge Dart that I took as a trade in Jan of this year. I have driven the car around the block and back a few times and start the engineon a regular basis to keep the battery charged. The car is kept in the garage, and the title is clean and theregistration iscurrent.The previous owner has provided this detailed information about this Dart. Here it is -> This 1966 Dodge dart is unmolested barn find from Los Angeles in 2014 and has 70K Miles. It was a family project to restore and renovate this car in 2015. It includes all the original chrome trim, dog dish hubcaps, front grill, chrome bumpers, etc. Dash has not been cut and original instrumentation was in place including AM radio (not functioning). This is an original 225 Slant-Six with three-speed manual column shift.
The original block was machined and rebuilt. New pistons from Sealed Power .080 over with Hastings Rings. These are standard compression pistons that utilize factory rods and permit standard pump gas. Custom 244 street grind cam produced by Elgin with .435 lift and 112* duration that was supplied by Doug Dutra. Dutra Dual exhaust purchased new from Doug Dutra with single collector exhaust. A Holly 390CFM 4-barrel carburetor provides fuel to this arrangement. Vehicle has new clutch assembly but retains the factory manual 3 speed transmission.
Suspension was completely gone through at the same time. This includes Ball joints, Tie rods, Lower and upper control arm bearings. New shocks, rear leaf springs and new idler arm.
Brake system has been updated including new master cylinder, new drums, cylinder kits and shoes. This is a 4-wheel drum system with manual brakes. The left-handed studs have been replaced to contemporary right handed setup.
New gas tank and sending unit. Original radiator inspected, flushed and kept. Rear axle seals replaced.
Interior work includes replacement of the original front bench seat. Original rear bench has been reupholstered to match. New carpet kit. Replaced Heater Core. Original door hardware came with the car.
Electrical system has been gone through and repaired or replaced as needed. Dome light functions, Door pin switches have been replaced. No stereo at this time but wiring is in place to accommodate. Steering column replacement kit installed and turn signal clicks once again and the horn works!
Car interior retains original Gold paint and has been touched up as needed. New exterior paint. Aluminum slots (small bolt pattern) with tires. I still have the original rims with dog dish hubcaps.
Things this car still needs: Speedometer hook-up, could use a new front windshield as the present one has fogging in the corners and some tunes (radio or just a simple amplifier and jack for input)
The car is very light and the upgraded slant 6 provides plenty of power. Being from the 60's era of Mopar it is a head turner and conversation piece.
Note#1: There is some minor bubbling on the right rear quarter just above the wheel well and behind it, and on the lower lip of the bottom of the trunk lid. See the attached photos I just put up.Note#2:I will provide some more photos of the trunk and rear seat within the next 24 hours.
Notice to Bidders: This car is listed for sale locally and can be sold at anytime locally, therefore, I reserve the right to end an auction early.Keep in mind every effort is made to present accurate and reliable information, use of this information is voluntary, and should only be deemed reliable after an independent review of its accuracy, completeness, and timeliness. It is the sole responsibility of the car buyer to verify the existence of options, accessories and the vehicle condition before time of sale. Any and all differences must be addressed prior to time of sale. There are no expressed or implied warranties, including the availability or condition of the equipment listed is made.