To Be OFFERED AT AUCTION at RM Sothebys' Fort Lauderdale event, 29
- 30 March 2019.
Estimate:
$125,000 - $150,000
- Desirable 383-cu. in. OHV V-8 engine featuring "Cross Ram"
induction
- Three-speed TorqueFlite automatic transmission
- Stunning example, meticulously restored
The Dart returned for 1961 with the same array of models, but the
bodies were re-styled with sculptured fins. The grilles were now
concave, with the quad headlights inset at the outer edges. The
12-volt alternator, pioneered on the 1960 compact Valiant, was
extended to all Chrysler products. The Dart convertible, only ever
available in the Phoenix series, was now sold with V-8 only.
This striking '61 Dart Phoenix D-500 Convertible Coupe features an
excellent restoration, this car is painted in black, which Dodge
called "Midnight." The paint is excellent, as is all the
brightwork. The interior is done in red pleated vinyl and looks
brand new. Matching red carpet covers the floor. A black vinyl top
is fitted with a red vinyl boot cover.
The engine compartment houses a 330-bhp, 383-cu. in. V-8 engine
featuring "Cross Ram" induction, it is very clean and correctly
detailed. It has dual Carter four-barrel carburetors that are
fitted with correct oval air cleaners. The wheels, with thin
whitewall tires and Dodge wheel covers, complete the presentation
of this stunning convertible.
To view this car and others currently consigned to this auction,
please visit the RM website at rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/fl19.
