One Family Owned: 1967 Dodge Coronet R/T

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This 1967 Dodge Coronet R/T has been part of the same family since the day it rolled off the lot. Apart from one repaint, it is pretty much as it left the factory. It may feature the entry-level engine under the hood, but when that motor is a 440ci V8, stunning performance in keeping with its muscle car credentials is guaranteed. The family has made the difficult decision to send the R/T to greener pastures, and I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder Art M for spotting it listed here on Facebook Marketplace in Webster, New York. You could fly in and drive the Dodge home after handing the seller $39,500 OBO.

After disappearing from showroom floors at the end of 1959, the Coronet badge reappeared in 1965. The latest model featured crisp and modern styling, remaining in production until the end of the 1970 model year. Joining the range in 1967 was the high-performance R/T variant, with this a first-year example. It has always been part of the same family, with the seller indicating that it has received a prior repaint in its original Bright Blue. They are unsure when this happened, but the car still presents nicely. It looks crisp and clean, with no significant panel or paint shortcomings. It is worth noting that the car retains 100% of its original sheetmetal, with no history of accident repairs or other problems. The underside shots reveal no issues with prone areas like the floors or rails, confirming that this classic is rock-solid. The glass and trim are excellent, while the Magnum 500 wheels add the perfect finishing touch.

Dodge played hard with the ’67 Coronet R/T, providing the 440ci V8 as its entry-level engine. However, with 375hp and 480 ft/lbs of torque, it provided performance that justified its muscle car tag. The first owner teamed the 440 with an A-727 three-speed automatic, an 8¾” Sure Grip rear end with 3.23 gears, and power assistance for the steering and brakes. The first piece of good news for purists is that this classic remains numbers-matching. They will also welcome the fact that not only does it retain the original Fender Tag, but the Broadcast Sheet is safely tucked away in its rightful place. The engine received a rebuild, but the seller is unclear about when this occurred. The R/T has a genuine 77,000 miles on the clock, and given its ownership history, proving this shouldn’t be difficult. We received no information regarding the mechanical health, but the seller appears approachable. It may only be a matter of reaching out to find the answer to that question.

The originality of this Coronet extends to its interior, with an under-dash cassette player and gauge the only obvious additions. The first owner teamed the Blue exterior with Black vinyl and bucket seats to create a classy and comfortable environment. The seller mentions a small rip on the passenger seat, but I can’t spot it in the supplied photos. However, I did notice a split on the outer edge of the driver’s seat that might be patchable. The rest of the trim, the dash, pad, and carpet, are all in excellent condition for their age. Everything works as it should, with no functional or electrical gremlins to sour the ownership experience.

The reality is that $39,500 is a lot of money to pay for a car with fifty-eight years of active service under its belt. However, when the vehicle in question is an iconic American muscle car with a known history and a numbers-matching status, the figure begins to make sense. It is worth noting that the seller will consider offers, which might allow someone to slip behind the wheel for a lower price. The robust drivetrain and rust-free factors combine to suggest it should offer the new owner years of reliable classic motoring pleasure. Are those thoughts enough to tempt you?

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Comments

  1. Stan StanMember

    Love the Coronet model Clarkey.
    As you mentioned Dodge didn’t fool around.

    Like 11
  2. Harry

    This is well worth closer inspection at this asking price. If a visual inspection reveals what is in the description make a reasonable offer. (With the immediate intent of replacing the rear shackles to proper length!!) Great car. The column shift is the only negative.

    Like 7
  3. Joe S.

    My buddy has a red 67 R/T. It is amazing a car that big really moves! Not the prettiest car ever built, but they are fast. The same guy has a Red 67 GTX, 440 4spd. , another beast of a muscle car! Love ’em both!

    Like 8
  4. Arthur Taylor

    What a beautiful car.

    Like 6
  5. MarkMember

    39,000 is a lot to pay for a piece of 2025 POS also. Much rather drop it on the Coronet then the Camry

    Like 6
  6. TC

    Same owners? How don’t they know when the paint or engine were done?

    Like 2
  7. RNR

    Had the front cover of the ’67 R/T dealer brochure on my notebook in 7th grade; love those things! Wonder where the car came from; Webster NY is in WNY snow (rust) country, where I grew up. In 1975 I called every junk yard in the Rochester and Buffalo Yellow Pages looking for useable front fenders for my ’67 Coronet 440 – I found three (still have the spare)

    Like 2
  8. Wademo

    1978. Small used car lot in Denver. Had a choice between a convertible version of this, or a ’69 Mustang coupe with a 302. Both were priced at $500. Dad was paying for my insurance while I was in High School, so the Mustang prevailed. Probably why I am still alive. I also had a very nice ’70 Mach1 (351C) at the time, but the oil pump had gone out so I needed another car until I fixed it. I really miss those days.

    Like 3
  9. Robt

    Nice Dodge. Much nicer than a fast back charger in my opinion. The only thing missing is a 4spd.

    Something tells me the seller isn’t from the family that originally owned the car.

    Like 1
  10. Rex B Schaefer

    Rear shackles look like heck!

    Like 1

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