Vehicle Description
The design of this custom car is based on a 1968 Dodge Polara. In
fact, it's believed to be from Richard Zocchi's California custom
design house. It is a true two-tone Autorama dream machine that
we're surprised and delighted it has come up for sale.
Richard Zocchi is the kind of custom carmaker that should be
mentioned in the same breath as George Barris. He didn't have as
many celebrity cars, and in fact, it seems like he didn't make as
many in total as the Hollywood guys. So his creations are a true
rare treat. The West Coast look is flowing through this custom car
nicely. It has the low-slung style of a 1960s concept car that
wants to cheat the wind. That's why there were inches chopped out
of the roof, and frame rails were channeled to allow for such a
lowered stance. The color theme is an expertly intertwined two-tone
of vanilla and butterscotch. And the details make for a creamy
dessert, right down to the custom pinstriping on the trunk. There
are more terrific little details, like cleaning up the grille,
making smooth mirror-like bummers, and streamlining the body by
eliminating mirrors and handles. And chrome wire wheels are always
a good choice. But possible the best detail are the rear fins. The
factory Polara had just a hint of a sharply pointed end. However,
the ones here have not only been enlarged, but also the trim was
continued, too. So now it catches you eye in at the front fender
and lets you follow it all way to the custom steep cliff at the
end.
The interior continues the car's full custom attitude with a
two-tone that complements the exterior. This is a true master of
classic custom car work where you have a hint of tuck and roll
mixed with button-top pillow-top upholstery. It's on the seats,
doors, and center console. Even the custom headliner and full trunk
have been done to match. While this has custom squat dimensions,
this still feels roomy thanks to being a full-size coupe. If you do
want creature comforts, this does come with provisions for an AM/FM
digital tuner w/cassette and factory air conditioning (they will
need servicing to return full function.) We doubt you're going to
drive this Dodge like a commuter, but the front bucket seats,
classic steering wheel, and full gauges mean this full custom coupe
knows how to get you to the car show.
Under the hood is an era-correct 318 cubic-inch V8. The engine bay
has a tasteful black look with added flair on the valve covers and
air topper. The appearance keeps it all practical while still
looking a little custom. And this one really does have the right
pieces to hit the road, including a remanufactured carburetor,
three-speed automatic transmission, power steering, and power
brakes. The glasspacks on the dual exhaust even give this the
proper tone you want for such a cool Mopar.
While this one is already believed to have taken home significate
awards, you just know there are plenty of trophies left in this
one-of-a-kind coupe. So if you want all eyes on you tomorrow, you
need to call today! Since this vehicle has been completely rebuilt
and customized, it has been reassigned a new title. It is now
titled as a "2018 Custom Polara" and also has a brand of
"Constructed" on the title.
