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That Thing Got A Hemi? 1966 Dodge Charger

The second I spied this 1966 Dodge Charger, I thought to myself, “Looks like L.A.” and sure enough it is. I’ve spent a bit of time, over the last ten years, in southern California and there are lots of… more»

383 V8 Transplant: 1968 Dodge Dart GT

Dodge redesigned its compact Dart in 1967 (as did Plymouth with its Valiant). The cars would go on to have a successful 10-year run before being retired in favor of the ill-fated Aspen and Volare. The GT was introduced… more»

One-Family-Owned Survivor: 1982 Dodge Mirada CMX

Before looking it up just now, I did not know that the word “mirada” is Spanish for “look.” I’m sure there are nuances to how the word is used in conversation, but in essence this is a Dodge Look,… more»

Rare Survivor! 1959 Dodge Sierra Wagon

Chrysler’s “Forward Look” wasn’t everyone’s idea of beauty, but for those who love vintage orphans, here’s a fantastic example of a rare Mopar wagon in driver condition. Fewer than 24,000 Sierra wagons – Custom and standard trim – were… more»

Project or Parts? 1971 Dodge Challenger

This 1971 Dodge Challenger needs love, suffering some of the typical rust issues that often beset these classics. However, it is complete, its V8 engine runs, and it comes with spare engine components that could help add some extra… more»

Fabulous Fifties Fins! 1957 Dodge Coronet

Chrysler Corp. redesigned its products in 1957 and set the industry on its ear with its “Forward Look” styling. The fins and the rest of the cars carried a Space Age look, befitting the development of technology during the… more»

Retired Fire Truck: 1948 Dodge Power Wagon

The Power Wagon was the civilian adaptation of a similar vehicle built by Chrysler for use during World War II (and later the Korean War). Introduced in 1945, it was the first vehicle of its kind for public consumption… more»

Restore or Preserve? 1968 Dodge Dart GTS

Classics like this 1968 Dodge Dart GTS invariably spark spirited debate among enthusiasts. It is a numbers-matching vehicle that comes with significant documentation tracing its history to Day One. Those who subscribe to the “only original once ” mantra… more»

Rust-Free Survivor: 1954 Dodge Truck

Several years ago, I read a great book by John Jerome: It was simply titled Truck. Written in the 1970s, it followed the author’s struggles with rebuilding a not-that-old-at-the-time 1950 Dodge that he was going to use for, well, truck… more»

One Owner Survivor: 1987 Dodge Daytona Pacifica Turbo

Cars from the 1980s still represent an affordable entry point into the classic ownership experience, a point that is perfectly demonstrated by this 1987 Dodge Daytona Pacifica Turbo. It presents well as a one-owner survivor, while its interior is… more»

Drive Or Restore? 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T

When the Dodge Challenger made its debut as a 1970 model, not only was there a great lineup of engines to choose from, but also a wide variety of attractive colors.  For those who wanted to stand out from… more»

Hopped Up 383: 1965 Dodge Polara

The listing reads, “1965 Dodge Polara 383 big cam 750 carb aluminum intake, aftermarket hei runs but need fuel tank.” I was thinking that it should also have a caveat such as “If you can find it under all… more»

AC Blows Cold! 1974 Dodge Dart Swinger

How many times have you read in a classified ad that a car’s air conditioning “just needs a charge”? This will not be one of those times, because the seller of this ’74 Dart says that the “air blows… more»

15k Original Miles: 1973 Dodge Charger SE

Some classics fail to make an impact when they hit the market. Others can’t help but draw attention, which is undoubtedly the case with this 1973 Dodge Charger SE. It is an original survivor with 15,000 miles on the… more»

What’s Your Bid? 1940 Dodge Luxury Liner Deluxe Convertible Coupe

Where I live, there’s a three-story antique mall that’s been in business for decades. One of the vendors recently tried to move some wares by announcing it was “Christmas in July”: Buy a wrapped antique and be surprised when… more»

Tidy Eight-Seater: 1972 Dodge Monaco Sport Wagon

Practicality is often a key consideration when an enthusiast begins their quest for a classic to park in their garage. The harsh reality is that a two-seat sports car won’t offer an engaging experience for a large family, but… more»

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