Vehicle Description
1962 Dodge Lancer GT Hardtop
Rare, interesting, original, and exceptionally affordable - the
1962 Dodge Lancer GT is a distinct classic often mistaken for the
Valiants of the 1950's. Somewhat quirky in their design it is
definitely a head turner, so if you think the classic car
experience is about driving something cool and talking to everyone
when you arrive, this is the hardtop to do it.
For consignment, a somewhat rare bird in the form of a 1962 Lancer
GT from Dodge. This car shows up in very good condition, has nice
chrome and a futuristic rear of the car resembling a Buck Rogers
spaceship. I'll put it into the category of and now for something
completely different, but certainly not ugly by any means.
Exterior
Get your survivor awards ready because that glossy Vermillion Red
and wonderfully curvaceous curved chrome is looking like it just
drove from the showroom floor. Then again, you may say it's hard
not to get excited about this Lancer. Dodge made their own version
of the Valiant, but only for two years, and sticking true to the
adage that classic Mopars are the rarest of the vintage set, with a
mere 14,140 of these GT models, (with their exclusive hardtop
style), produced in 1962. So they are quite hard to find more than
61 years later. The convex grille, wraparound chrome bumpers,
plenty of bright trim, winged front quarter panel tops that run
back to the doors and then some, and artful tailfins all come
together to give this compact one of the most complex and
substantial designs of the 1960s. So when all this shows up in our
Hallowed Halls as clean and complete, you know you're looking at
something special. Sexy steel in its own way and certainly owning
it, has well minded gaps, shiny chrome and curved rear glass to die
for. Nicely done!
Interior
A swing of the doors and you'll be seeing red and plenty of it.
From the door panels to wide bomber styled tuck and rolled buckets
to the artfully designed dash it's all in beautifully preserved
red. When behind the wheel put your elbow out with the windows down
on this pillarless hardtop. You can see all of this clearly thanks
to the original-style interior remaining in stellar fashion. It has
a full time capsule kind of presentation. The dash not only houses
the usual pieces like the large speedometer and secondary gauges,
but also the heat/defrost controls. Plus, mounted here are the
nifty push-button controls for the three-speed automatic
transmission. The dual spoke Mopar wheel is fronting the dash and
has a 1/3 chromed horn ring within its confines on the lower
portion. The factory AM radio is mounted on the dash bottom neatly
inset. More red for the perfectly preserved carpeting below and
above to add a bit of contrast a white headliner with slight folds
at its edges but very clean. Welcome to the future!
Drivetrain
Lift the hood and see a very honest and original-style engine bay.
The big red intake and block really add some aggressive
distinction, and the GT model earns this characteristic. It was the
only one to get an engine upgrade. So while its siblings received
170ci six-cylinder, this GT model is powered by a 225 cubic-inch
slant 6 mill. Dodge claimed these larger power plants were good for
a 40% increase in horsepower. Plus, it has a nice 1-barrel
carburetor to feed it fossils and air and an easy to drive 3 speed
Torqueflite transmission, all coupled with a 2.93 rear axle.
Looking good under this hood.
Undercarriage
Totally rust free and sporting a heavy coat of undercoating. A
stock like new exhaust sails its way to a chromed tip exit on the
drivers side. Independent front suspension with torsion bars is in
and for the back leaf springs. Drum brakes are seen in all 4
corners.
Drive-Ability
She fired right up and off to the test track with the obligatory
panic stop test first and it passed with flying, (red), colors.
Nice smooth acceleration and it went through the 3 speeds like
buttah. Good handing and all functions were in working order. I
felt like I was king of the hill in this piece of Dodge history and
it definitely turns heads. The compact and lightweight Lancer GT
moves with confidence and pep. In fact, this very American coupe
feels a bit European in its manners.
Here's a cool coupe with survivor qualities that's a rare sight at
most cruise-ins and events. I'll bet you're intrigued, and now have
interest piqued to spend more time looking. Just don't wait too
long or you'll be left holding the bag. Things move quickly n our
halls of wonder and amazement.
7422528108
7-Dodge Lancer Slant 6
4-Lancer GT
2-1962
2-Detroit, MI Assy Plant
528108-Sequential Unit Number
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 850 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display. This vehicle is located in our
showroom in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, conveniently located just
1-hour west of Philadelphia on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The
website is www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888)
227-0914. Please contact us anytime for more information or to come
see the vehicle in person.
