Defining the parameters of what is a genuine survivor can be challenging for some people. That could be the case with this 1967 Dodge Coronet 500 Hardtop. It presents beautifully but raises the question of whether a repaint in its original shade compromises its survivor tag. That will probably stir debate amongst our readers, and the feedback on this car should be fascinating. The Coronet is listed here on eBay in Meridian, Idaho. Bidding currently sits below the reserve at $17,100.
The Coronet was a continual part of the Dodge lineup from 1949 until 1959. The badge disappeared from showrooms for several years before the company introduced its Fifth Generation model in 1965. It remained in production until 1970, with our feature car rolling off the line in 1967. It presents beautifully, with its good looks accentuated by the factory Magnum 500 wheels. The seller admits it received a repaint in its original Code A Silver, but it is unclear when this occurred. The exterior holds an impressive shine, with no signs of patchiness or significant flaws. The panels are as straight as an arrow, and there is no evidence or mention of rust. An in-person inspection is advisable before any classic purchase. Still, the photos suggest potential buyers shouldn’t discover any nasty surprises in prone areas like the floors, trunk pan, or rear rails. The chrome sparkles as beautifully as the paint, and the glass appears flawless.
Powering this Coronet is the legendary 383ci “Magnum” V8, producing 270hp and 390 ft/lbs of torque. This feeds to the rear wheels via a four-speed manual transmission, with power steering lightening the driver’s load. There were more powerful vehicles within the ’67 Cornet range, but this car’s ability to cover the ¼-mile in 15.4 seconds was considered respectable at the time. However, its greatest strength was its ability to cruise tirelessly all day at freeway speed. That made the Coronet the ideal weapon for long-distance journeys. The listing suggests this classic is numbers-matching and in excellent mechanical health. It features a new dual exhaust and good tires and is ready to hit the road with a new owner behind the wheel.
The “500” was the range-topping model within the 1967 Coronet range. This car reflects that status via touches like bucket seats, a console, and a factory AM radio. The interior is trimmed in Black vinyl that is generally in good condition. The passenger seat shows some deterioration, and I suspect it won’t be long before the vinyl begins splitting. Preventing this may not be possible, meaning the buyer faces spending approximately $550 on a set of front covers. The back seat looks okay, with the same true of the carpet and headliner. The dash, pad, and console are consistent with a survivor-grade classic, with no signs of significant physical or UV damage. I can’t spot any aftermarket additions, with the seller stating that everything works as it should.
The survivor-status question with this 1967 Coronet 500 Hardtop will ignite debate, and I always find such situations informative. Our readers are knowledgeable and will provide excellent arguments to address the subject. It is worth noting that potential buyers like what they see because the Dodge has attracted twenty-five bids with time remaining on the auction. Okay, let the debate begin!
Only thing for me to say is WOW!! I like this a lot but then again I like 60s and 70s cars.Today’s cars are just electronic gimmicks this is a mans car !!!
Alway liked the clean lines of the 67. I had the step down 440 model. As time went by it seemed to me the 67 rusted a lot less than other years. I thought Chrysler must have goofed and made it better lol
So put a bid in.
Very cool car, with some nice added touches. The shifter in 1967 had a reverse interlock below a black, oblong shift knob. What is in there now looks like a Hurst shifter from the late 60’s, but it makes a huge difference in shifting accuracy. The “CORONET” badge on the glove box also looks like something from 1968-70. The pedal dress up trim also was not available in 1967 but looks good. Also, the engine bay is black instead of body color. I am less certain of whether there should be trim under the doors from wheel to wheel for the 500, but I am pretty sure these had wheel well lip trim, which is missing on this car. No matter, as long as this is to be driven and enjoyed someone will have a lot of fun – I have the same setup in my 67 Charger.
@Adam – the Coronet continued as a 4-door and wagon in the 1970’s and a 2-door returned for 1975. I am not sure how long that 2-door model lasted before the Monaco was also offered on the same body. I had a 1978 Monaco 2-dr with lean burn and that 318 screamed despite the computer.
Correct…..and find it odd the sway bar is missing……
A 270 HP Rating indicates a Carter 2-Barrel Carburetor and single exhaust. With the un-silenced air cleaner, HP Exhaust Manifolds and dual exhaust, I’d expect a Carter AFB, and 330 HP (but from a front view of the engine) that (to me) looks like the Accelerator Pump of a Holley just barely in view, under the air cleaner.
The chrome on the Front Bumper looks exceptional.
There are no call outs on the front fenders to denote 383 ? 4 barrel. I’m thinking this started life as a two barrel. My brother in law had a dark blue one like this , a two barrel. Very nice example of a 500 Coronet.
This Coronet appears to be missing the lower “500” trim, as well as the “Coronet 500” letters on both rear quarter panels & (as noted earlier the 383 call outs on front fenders). Maybe removed for the repaint?? GLWTA!! :-)
I am sure that trim is correct for a 67 500. The 66 500 had the full wheelwell trim and the wide rocker panel molding. The 67 R/T had the same trim as a 66 500. IE full wheelwell trim and wide rocker panel stainless trim,also was used on 66& 67 Chargers. The rear wheelwell mldg was different.
No other commenter has mentioned this yet. The 383 Magnum didn’t come out until 1968. And the only engines painted Street Hemi Orange B4 1969 were the Street Hemi. So that’s another problem. All “B” and “RB” big block mopars in this period were painted Chrysler Turquoise Green. I have a tendency to agree that this car likely didn’t come with a 4 barrel, it certainly didn’t have a 383 Magnum. And in 1967 the 383 4-barrel was rated at 325 Horsepower and 425 pound-feet of torque. Not 330 Horsepower. The 383 Magnum/Super Commando/ just H.P. in a Chrysler was rated at 335 Horsepower and the same torque.
I had a similar 1966 Belvedere that was built with a 361. At some point the 361 was replaced by a 383 2-barrel. I upgraded it to a 4 barrel, already had dual exhaust when I bought it. Mine was a convertible with a red interior (burgundy really) column automatic. I had the Sport Steering wheel, always thought that was odd, but there it was. I had that car a lot of years. My Brother-in-law is a real GM nut. I had my Belvedere for twice as long as any of his junk GM cars. But to him all Chrysler products are rusty junk. Same thing with Fords, but I had my Mustang LX 5.0 Convertible for 29 years, 4-5 times longer than any of his GM junk.
Maybe he is like me. I never kept cars very long. But to call all GM junk just says what you are. You need to check and see what the fastest factory cars were in 1969. They were junk Corvettes.
Thank you for mentioning engine color. Also last pic shows Cragers, not OE Magnum 500s. Why?
I agree that the 383 Magnum wasn’t available until the 1968 model year.
or the word wasn’t……….
383 was first built in 1959 to 1971
Lovely looking car. I’ve always loved the 1966-67 Dodge Coronet.
Beautiful ride, not cluttered with trim and lettering and I’m not concerned what color the engine should be. I’d take it in heartbeat.
So would I. One question on my mind is are they sure this is a Coronet 500? I don’t care personally, All 67 Coronets are awesome cars, but the grille of the Coronet 500 usually has a different grille than the Coronet or Coronet 440.
Mopar Man is right iI had a ‘67 coronet 500 light metallic blue/ black top with the buckets/console and when we removed
all the lower trim and letttering there were a whole lotta holes for their attachments.
Sure wish id’ve kept that one. Oh, and that huge “ coronet” badge on dash is SO wrong ! methinks its off of a ‘’71 4-door.
Needs a Tach
I should have a front sway bar, I had one and it had a sway bar. Correct about the lower trim missing and the 500 on the quarters. Air cleaner us incorrect, should be dual snorkel with round snorkels. Shifter is aftermarket, should be inland shifter with reverse lockout triggers.
1970 383 Magnums were painted orange and were 335 hp.They also had a 600 Holley carb. That was the engine that was in my 70 Dodge Charger 500 that I owned in 72 bought from original owner with 20,000 miles