This is a dodge coronet 500 turned into a rt clone. It has a 440
engine, not a hemi. It was originally born with a 383. It has a new
chamber exhaust installed, new magnum wheels, brand new tires and
everything else is in excellent condition. If you have further
questions, please send us a message! The Coronet reappeared for the
1965 model year as the intermediate sized B-body using a 117-inch
wheelbase, continuing what had been the Dodge Polara, which was
once again full-size. For 1965, Dodge sold slightly over 209,000
units, making the Coronet the most popular model sold by Dodge that
year. Trim levels initially were base Coronet including a Deluxe
version, Coronet 440, and Coronet 500. The base Coronet and Deluxe
were available as two-door sedans, four-door sedans, and station
wagons. For 1965 only, Dodge also sold 101 units of a modified
wheelbase version of the base Coronet two-door sedans and 440
hardtops specifically for NHRA drag racing. The model known as A990
came with a racing version of the 426 cu in (7.0 L) Hemi engine.
The car A990 was stripped of all features and included lightweight
base bucket seats from Dodge's A100 truck/van line of vehicles.
These altered wheelbase vehicles eventually became popularly known
as funny cars due to their unique wheel spacing. The front and rear
axles were moved forward significantly from the stock location,
putting the front wheels directly behind the front fender, and the
rear wheels almost under where the rear seat would normally go;
this alteration transferred weight to the rear tires, increasing
traction on launch. These were described as funny cars and a new
genre of drag racers. Front seat belts and padded dash were
standard. For more information or to schedule an appointment to see
this car in person contact our sales team at 203-330-9604 or at
[email protected]
