Vehicle Description
With its numbers-matching drivetrain boosted by some great
modifications and a great-looking appearance that comes via its
vibrant and well-applied paint job and meticulous rebuild, this
1968 Dodge Coronet Super Bee is ready to supply some serious Mopar
muscle car magic for its next lucky owner.
Dodge undertook a redesign on several of its '68 offerings like
this one that were as major as nearly any we've seen. Though
certainly a capable and agile looking muscle car in its previous
incarnation, the results of Dodge's efforts yielded a car with an
undeniable appeal and a look we associate far more closely with the
MoPar moniker. Though fairly substantially-sized, its flowing lines
and fairly marked windshield give the Coronet a decidedly agile
look. This one is a fine representative of the model, with a
vibrant Hemi Orange color replacing its original yellow hue, a
fresh black vinyl top, and the distinctive Super Bee emblem and
twin black stripes faithfully recreated on its tail. It's only
about 250 miles past a thorough restoration that obviously included
a precise reassembly - this is a very well-aligned car, with nice
uniform gaps between body panels, doors that open and shut
smoothly, and clean bumpers both fore and aft.
This interior is definitely an environment you'd enjoy spending
time in. Some changes have been made that really revitalize its
look, but they've all been applied with a very era-appropriate
sensibility that's resulted in a very authentic overall appearance.
Low-backed, black vinyl buckets sit in place of the original bench
to provide a decidedly more performance-oriented vibe, and both
they and the bench seat in back are just as fresh as you'd expect
with so little use. A fresh expanse of black carpet sits
underneath. You'll see plenty of reminders that this Coronet is
configured for driving enthusiasts. As you slip into the driver
seat and grip the woodgrain steering wheel, a Hurst shifter sits at
the ready within easy reach, and no fewer than six gauges sit
inside the instrument cluster, all easily readable through their
still-clear lenses. While an AM radio sits front and center on the
dash, for more up to date audio options, there's an AM/FM system
with both iPod and Bluetooth connectivity residing in the glove
box. One great by-product of the Coronet's generous size is
interior space - there's all kinds of room inside for passengers,
and plenty of luggage space in the trunk, where a full-sized spare
also sits safely with a jack nearby, should the unforeseen ever
happen.
The original 383 Magnum engine sits underneath the hood, paired
with the same 4-speed manual transmission it began its service
with. There's plenty of power at your disposal here, as the Magnum
was rated at 335hp in stock form to begin with - though many Mopar
aficionados say that figure seemed very conservative - and this
one's sporting a set of aftermarket heads. The entire drivetrain is
in the fine form you'd want from a frequent driver, with the 383
running smooth and emitting a great throaty sound as you shift
securely through the gears. An amply-sized radiator sits up front,
accompanied by a pair of electric fans, to keep engine temperatures
down in more demanding conditions. The original Sure-Grip rear end
is also there with 3.23 gears. This classic Dodge muscle car sits
on a set of 17" REV wheels, wrapped with Sumitomo HTR radials.
Looking for a great example of Dodge's late 60's automotive
mystique? You really need to check out this 1968 Dodge Coronet
Super Bee. Call today!