Vehicle Description
This 1967 Dodge Coronet 500 R/T Tribute convertible is kind of a
big deal and delivers just about every perk you'd want from a
muscular Mopar. There's a recently rebuilt 383 cubic inch big block
V8 under the hood, a top that goes down, an awesome color
combination, and out-of-this-world curb appeal that can almost
never be replicated. At this price, it represents a screaming
bargain for this much performance, so you better read fast before
that 'SOLD' sign goes on.
With eye-searing, bright high-impact paint, this big droptop looks
like a million bucks. Dodge didn't have a yellow like this in 1969,
but for all you Mopar heads that know the palette by heart, we'd
peg it as a cross between FY1 Top Banana/GY3 Citron Yella from the
'70-'73 Dodge color catalogue. It's an in-your-face bright color,
which is exactly what a striking convertible like this needs,
matching up with its dynamic features that include that aggressive
dual-scoop hood and hideaway headlights up front. You've likely
seen it plastered all over some of the nastiest muscle cars of the
era, and it looks just right on this rare Coronet convertible. It's
not a trailer-queen, mainly because this car has been pampered and
washed so many times there's some light scratching to consider upon
closer examination, but the curb appeal is undeniable and this is
still a top driver-quality sled. The sheetmetal was prepped right
prior to a drop of paint being sprayed and the result is very nice,
and it better be with sheetmetal that seems to go on for days. The
smooth hood carries a pair of black 440-style hood scoops that were
a Chrysler trademark during the muscle car era, and the
baleen-style grille up front and the matching tail panel out back
reminds onlookers that this isn't merely a pretty 1960s ragtop but
a pretty gnarly piece of hardware. A big red R/T badge was
installed in the rear to add a little intrigue and the chrome
bumpers are in great shape - adding even more bright sparkle to
this searing yellow beauty.
The black bucket seat interior shows off a few desirable upgrades
that suggest the original owner decided to splurge a little bit on
his new Coronet. Higher-end upholstery and patterns, along with an
ornate center console covered in black-and-chrome are the most
obvious dealer upgrades, and it also carries a full set of big
round gauges and the factory radio looks a lot like the original
Music Master AM unit. There's an optional clock at the head of the
console and the bright trim on the dash really adds a touch of
class in this big droptop. Seat covers, door panels, and the
matching plush black carpets are dialed-in and ready to get to
work, demonstrating that upscale muscle definitely has its appeal.
Again, there's no show-quality overkill going on in here, just
honest, top driver-grade goodness everywhere you look. There's a
black vinyl convertible top overhead and the Coronet is one of the
few ragtops that looks great top up or top down, and it, too, is in
very nice shape. Out back, the cavernous trunk is correctly
outfitted with a black carpet mat and has enough room to
accommodate just about any travel plans.
The 383 cubic inch V8 powerplant under that twin-snorkel hood is
one that many would argue is the best choice in a muscle Mopar for
guys who like to drive. Rebuilt in 2020 and detailed ready for
show, it's plenty powerful and throws this big convertible around
like it weighs 1,000 pounds less than it does. There's Hemi Orange
paint on the block that looks awesome against the yellow inner
fenders, and with those black Mopar Performance valve covers and
bright chrome and factory-correct air cleaner that covers the carb,
it's got a real 1960s performance look. Updated wiring and
ignition, an Edelbrock performance manifold, and block-hugging
headers are a few choice upgrades that help this big girl pop off
the line, and the power steering and front disc brakes really make
it a joy to drive anywhere. The TorqueFlite 3-speed automatic
powers a robust rear end that has enough gearing in it to make this
big ragtop feel punchy around town. The stock floors are as solid
as the bodywork and a fresh Edelbrock dual exhaust system gives it
just the right combination of aggressive and mellow. A set of
butch-looking Rally wheels are wrapped in 245/60/14 BFGoodrich
white-letter radials for a perfect look.
Beautifully restored and a ton of fun to drive, this droptop Mopar
is the kind of car that we all want in our garages. Call today!
