Vehicle Description
Up for sale in the Houston showroom is the rarest Dodge Dart created, the 1960 Dodge Dart Phoenix D-500. The Dodge Dart debuted in 1960 as Dodge's entry level vehicle and was offered in three trim levels: the basic Seneca, mid-range Pioneer, and the premium Phoenix as shown. These particular Darts were a special order package built at the Dodge assembly line in Detroit, MI, March 16 1960. Dodge set a world record in its class at Bonneville with the 1960 Phoenix D-500. This one has been restored to highest standards and taken back to factory specs. Of the total 1,574 383 CID ram inducted cars produced, only 562 were Phoenix 2 door hardtops. This rare 1960 Dodge Dart Phoenix D500 for sale has a unique optional cantilever red sweep paint scheme, highlighting the roof line in cloud white. The dual transistor radio works and the twin rear antennas and stainless fender skirts look phenomenal. This rare Dodge is sure to get everyone's attention no matter where you go. Standard engine for the Dodge Dart was a 225ci slant six, of course the Phoenix received something a bit bigger, the 383 C.I.D Cross Ram tuned big block. This engine churned out a scorching 330hp and a absolute blistering 460ft/lb of torque! This one is one of rarest D-500 Phoenix' you will find for sale, instead of having the typical powerflite transmission, this one was equipped with a "3 on the tree" type manual transmission. Such an awesome exterior requires one awesome interior. A new seat design was implemented for the '60 Phoenix for sale, with the driverâ??s side of the front seat higher than the rest of the seat back. It was Mopars design to provide added support. The translucent speedometer extends above the dashboard just below the line of vision so it could be read easily. To prevent nighttime reflections on the windshield, a canopy arched over the speedometer face and with the interior color matched to the exterior this is the Dodge Dart to have. Options on the rarest Dodge Darts in the world consist of: AM Radio, seat belts, cloth/vinyl interior, and steel wheels with hub caps and bias ply tires. For more information on this stunning 1960 Dodge Dart Phoenix D-500 for sale call the Houston showroom @ 832-243-6220. To see more high definition pictures along with running and driving video visit GatewayClassicCars.com
