Vehicle Description
Beautifully restored 1971 Dodge Demon 340 tribute, Powered by a 360
and finished in Citron Yella. Originally started out life as a 6
cylinder dart but received a full restoration to tribute a 340
Demon.
Dodge was still dominating the muscle car game in 1972. Just as
everyone else was winding down, they were building cars like this
1971 Dodge Demon 340, which didn't rely on Hemi power, but rather
the great power-to-weight ratio of a V8-powered Dart.
In typical Mopar fashion, this Demon is an extrovert. Citron Yella
Yellow paint means that this muscular car is impossible to ignore
and looks fast just sitting still. limited production and and
market value makes this a rather collectable piece of Mopar
history, and finding one this well restored is none too easy. For
an affordable car, the body was treated to an expensive repaint
that shines up beautifully and makes it look great from any angle.
Add in the optional hood scoops and Sizzler stripes along the
flanks, and it has a traditional Chrysler muscle car look that
wasn't just for show, even in 1971. Excellent gaps throughout
suggest that this car is not only well-restored, but that it led a
rather easy life before it was resuscitated and given a new lease
on life. Demon badges were controversial back in the day, but it's
nice to see them in place on this car, which gives it a playful
personality to go with its bright paint job. Other details like the
chrome bumpers and unique slotted taillights help make it stand out
among its more famous siblings.
Although the Dart was Dodge's economy car, the interior doesn't
look low rent in any way, shape, or form. High-back bucket seats
wear fresh upholstery that accurately replicates the original stuff
and adds to the sporty personality. There aren't a lot of frills,
because even back then it was designed to be affordable, but with a
woodgrained dash it has a warm, inviting look. The factory
instruments are clustered around a rectangular center speedometer.
The compact Demon is surprisingly practical, too, with a spacious
trunk that's nicely finished and includes what might be its
original trunk mat.
The heart of the Demon tribute is a 360 cubic inch V8, which in the
relatively lightweight body made for some impressive performance.
It's a certainty that this car will run better than the high-14s
and is a blast to drive. Bright Hemi Orange paint contrasts brashly
with the yellow inner fenders and firewall. The floors and
undercarriage look great ( See Photos ). Rallye wheels were
standard equipment on the Demon 340, which look great on this
car.
A neat little car that has earned its share of respect from both
Mopar and non-Mopar fans alike. Then as today, it represents a lot
of fun in an affordable, sensible package.
South Jersey Classics is a 10,000-square-foot classic and specialty
collector automobile dealer, featuring 50+ vehicles. This vehicle
is located in our showroom in Newfield, NJ. Our Dealership is on US
Route 40 just off New Jersey Route 55, Exit 39B heading towards
Elmer, NJ; conveniently just 40 Minutes East of Philadelphia, 40
Minutes West from the Major New Jersey Shore Points, and 30 minutes
North of the Delaware Memorial Bridge. Our Showroom is conveniently
accessible from all major Southern New Jersey Roadways including
New Jersey Turnpike, I-295, I-76, NJ Route 42, NJ Route 55, US
Route 40, Atlantic City Expressway, and New Jersey Parkway. Our
website is www.SJClassics.com and our phone number is (856)
521-0832. Don't hesitate to contact us anytime for more information
or to come to see the vehicle in person.
