Dodge Coronet D-501 Convertible
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There were only 56 of these cars documented as being built - 6 were convertibles. These were a limited run Nascar contender car built by Dodge. "Most enthusiasts, including the bulk of self proclaimed Mopar authorities, barely knew this car existed" Hemmings. This car used 1956 354 cu. in. Hemi's from the Chrysler 300 line. They came out in March 1957 - got to the dealer stream in April and were outlawed by May. The dealers were forced to install radios and speakers in them to be able sell them in the high performance category. These cars were not built in numerical order or with matching parts but rather randomly and are very hard to identify. Rear axle - Chrysler 3.90:1 gearing, dual four barrel WCFB carbs, solid lifters, 10:1 compression, this has a push button automatic (original 3 speed torque flite transmission will come with the car), 354 rear end gears, 12 inch disc brakes, heavy duty torsion bars, 23 gal gas tank, 15 inch wheels, This car has been repainted an orange and white (original color was a black and charcoal), rear wheel drive. The owner bought this car out of the Pittsburg area, the convertible top has been replaced.
Car is located and pick up will be in Carthage North Carolina.
This vehicle is part of the online only American Muscle Auction offered by Aumann Auctions, ending on August 30. Register and bid at http://aumannauctions.com/index.php?ap=1&pid=54002
