1965 Dodge Hemi Coronet A990 Recreation
Consigned from the Ed Randash Collection
A990 Lightweight body specifications
426 Race Hemi
3-Speed Automatic Transmission
In the 1960s, the Big Three Auto Manufacturers were ”duking” it out
at the race track, each looking for the right combination of drive
train configuration and the body to surround that power
plant. The vehicles produced, while meeting the stock car
association sanctioned drag racing rules and requirements, came to
be known as lightweights.
Chrysler’s version of the lightweight achieved great results on the
race tracks. For the body, everything that did not contribute
to a speedy trip down the quarter mile was deleted, including the
heater, radio, carpets, trim panels, clothing hooks and back seat.
The only outward change besides the scooped hood was a one-inch
shorter wheelbase. The power plant was the revered 426 Hemi
Charger V8. The transmission options were either the 3-speed
automatic or the 4-speed manual.
The car presented at auction, built by Ed Randash, to an
exacting standard, is an amazing tribute to the Dodge Coronet Hemi
A990. Historical documents were consulted during the build on
this car and the time and resources were committed to do it
right. One must see this car to truly appreciate!
