The Coronet nameplate was revived in 1965 after a five-year absence and applied to the B-body intermediate platform. The Coronets were mostly family cars, though you could get an R/T with big-block power. This 1968 edition appears to be a barn find (or perhaps a lake find) that is quite rusty and in need of restoration. But that may depend on the condition of the undercarriage. Located on the back of a trailer in Edison, New Jersey, this ambitious project is available here on craigslist for $3,800. Thanks, “Zen,” for the Mopar tip!
All Chrysler B-bodies received a redesign in 1968, and sales were up across the board. Production of the Coronet 440 (which this hardtop likely was when new) exceeded 108,000 units across all body styles. Though a 225 cubic inch Slant-Six was standard, we suspect most of these Coronets had the 318 V8, which is said to be in the seller’s car (no engine photos). With a TorqueFlite automatic transmission, they were reliable performers.
From the limited number of photos provided (no interior either), this car has a lot of body damage. It has no doubt been neglected for years, and its claimed 70,000 miles aren’t much of a factor at this stage. The car sits rather low, so has it been lowered, or has Mother Nature taken care of that? Because of the car being camera-shy, it’s hard to tell how complete the vehicle is, but rust has consumed much of it.
We’re not sure what you could harvest from the Dodge, should “parts car” be the route you’d want to go. And since it doesn’t run, you might jettison the 318 for something more robust and modern. The seller prefers calls only and no emails, but a phone number would have been a nice inclusion. Is this a good buy or a goodbye?
Just needs a wash and wax.
Pretty much junk.
Incredible shreddable.
Overpriced for a parts car, too far gone to be a viable project.
Steve R