Vehicle Description
Dodge had a new and exciting style for 1955, and this Custom Royal
really showcases it. The intricately placed two-tone, survivor-like
interior, and a Super Red Ram V8 under the hood are all part of
what makes this sedan one of the most interesting classics out
there.
1955 was a great year to be a Mopar fan. The Royal was restyled
with crisply defined lines on the pointed nose, flared fenders, and
a hint of tailfin. And because artful chrome is essential to a
1950s machine, you have cool bumper details like how the rear one
contours around the tailfin and the split grille wraps around the
corner just like the front bumper. The brightwork also is used as a
clear dividing line for the red and white along the body. While
other 1955 cars would also use trim as a divider - like the
two-tone on Chevy's Bel Air - the new Coronet/Royal series seemed
to be even more creative. The way the trim border starts at the
distinctly pointed hood and zooms down the whole body makes this
one of the most thoughtful designs of its generation. With this
kind of history, it's great to see such a well-respected
survivor-level car. The paint shows no signs of a respray. Instead,
we see some fading, some chips, and a dealer decal on the trunk. So
this is suspected to be the original application! The chrome
bumpers are quite clean, and the full-length trim is complete and
straight to show off the good body panel fit. It's a detailed style
vintage right down to the golden V8 badges on the side and stock
wheel covers.
The interior continues the car's preserved style. In fact, the
two-tone seating has been protected for years by plastic covers. So
there's plenty of vintage style just waiting to be released. And
this black and white two-tone goes nicely with the door panels,
headliner, dash, and even the steering wheel. The details also feel
quite authentic everywhere from the stand-up spare on the trunk to
the Royal insignia on the steering wheel. Even the dome light
works! And driving it is a true 1950s experience. This was the
beginning of the jet age, and the round gauges and bright levers
almost feel ready to take flight.
If you're a Mopar fan, you'll love showing off the engine bay. The
Polyspheric 270 cubic-inch Super Red Ram motor is a year-correct
block and a rare sight today. And the survivor-like style under the
hood means you can still clearly read the callouts on the valve
covers. It makes for a torque-filled powerhouse that's fun to take
out on the road. You may want to add new tires and update the
suspension components if you're looking for more than in-town
cruising, but features like the automatic transmission make sure
you always have the right fundamentals for a boulevard machine.
The sale comes complete with the owner's manual and maintenance
records. This is the classic V8 sedan with a survivor-like
distinction inside and out. So you know this is the cruiser that
will get you noticed. Call today!!!
