Vehicle Description
1964 Dodge Dart 270 2 Door Hardtop
The third generation Dodge Dart was a big success, especially after
the radical design of the one year second generation that was a bit
too radical to sustain. The lines and body panels were simplified,
and the new car set in motion a success run that would outsell the
comparable Ford Falcon and Chevrolet Nova as the model came to an
end in 1976. The Dart returned as a compact car from 2013 to 2016
but it's unlikely that generation will ever be considered
classic.
For consignment, a 1964 Dodge Dart 270 2 door hardtop showing
80,362 but the true miles are unknown. Designed as a compact
grocery getter one can see the beginnings of the muscle car era
starting to form in the body lines and faux hood scoop. This one
has Mopar Rally wheels added to it which just enhances its muscle
car aspirations, and some additional performance add ons that
fulfill an owners desire to make it a reliable and drivable
car.
Exterior
Drenched in the correct Medium Blue this car is clean and straight
and quintessentially 60's with long, lean panels and a razor
straight shoulder line. Good gaps abound on this car, and it wears
good condition brightwork, badging and chrome. Large round bezels
at the front of each fender hold a headlight at either side and at
the rear of the car tiny fins, a tribute to days of yore, hover
above a similar design with simple circular brake lights. A grille
described as "electric razor" form greets you from the front DODGE
lettering are spaced to allow air to continue to flow to the
radiator. The trunk lid not only holds the reverse lights but also
a fratzog, the triple arrow logo, with 270 in the center, a call
out to the trim line of this car. 14-inch Mopar Rally wheels are on
all corners and are wrapped in 195/70R14s. Imperfections include
some patina of the windshield frame and emblems, and one small ding
in the body.
Interior
Looking much like it came from the factory with a simple blue
padded dashboard, original steering wheel, amazing condition blue
vinyl split bench seat, matching rear seat and amazing condition
door panels. The simplistic dash looks like something from Lost in
Space and contains gauges to monitor engine functions, a basic AM
radio, standard heater controls and the original push button
transmission selector. Blue twist pile carpet floods the floors,
and a light blue headliner is up above, the carpet has protective
blue vinyl mats the headliner does have some staining but remains
high and tight. The surprisingly large trunk is covered with a
period vinyl mat which shows definite usage.
Drivetrain
Much stronger than when it left the factory, a 225ci slant 6 now
replaces the 6 cylinder the car was born with. A mid 1970's casting
cylinder head was bolted on, not only for the benefits of hardened
exhaust seats to be compatible with unleaded fuel, but also to get
rid of the pesky spark plug tubes that were leak prone on earlier
engines. A mild Mopar Performance camshaft was added, not only to
improve power but to improve precious mpg's. This works in
conjunction with a circa 1977-1980 Super Six intake manifold and
allows the installation of a 2bbl carburetor. This carb is from a
mid 80's 318 and has been modified to work without the computer
controlled enrichment solenoid. The 904 3-speed Torqueflite
transmission has been rebuilt with V8 front and rear clutch drums
for strength and durability. A 3.23 geared rear axle puts power to
the road and compliments the rest of the drivetrain nicely. A dual
circuit master cylinder was added for safety along with front disc
brakes courtesy of Scarebird while the rears remain drums. An
adjustable proportioning valve has also been added and is well
hidden but easily accessible on the left trunk hinge bracket.
Undercarriage
A pair of torsion bars in the front courtesy of a 340ci V8 powered
Dart plus an added front sway bar along with factory rear leaf
springs provide a smooth, comfortable and sure footed ride. Single
exhaust in like new condition snakes its way back through a stock
style muffler and keeps things nice and quiet. There's some typical
surface rust on uncoated components, some residual oil on the pan,
and some grease build up on the knuckles and in other spots, but
otherwise the underside is free of invasive rust.
Drive-Ability
A pump of the gas and twist of the key and we're on a trip to 1964.
The Dart provided straight tracking, adequate acceleration, decent
handling made softer by the 70-series tires, and very good braking.
The short rear windows and sizable C-pillar combined with no
passenger side mirror means people in the 60's had to be extra
skilled when changing lanes and you'll have to adjust your brain
when you go from your modern car with blind spot warning lights to
an analog relic of the 60's, glorious in its originality. All
functions worked as designed and it was time to aim this Dart for
the bullseye, errrr uhhh, garage. While Classic Auto Mall
represents that these functions were working at the time of our
test drive, we cannot guarantee these functions will be working at
the time of your purchase.
A restored, but mostly original Dart that is built to be driven.
Some performance, handling, drivability, and safety upgrades make
this car ready to go to any show, cruise or vacation. It's the
perfect size and represents everything great about '60's simplicity
and Detroit iron. It's likely the buyer of this car had one in his
or her past, but that's by no means a prerequisite!
7346169349
7-Dart
3-270 Series
4-1964
6-Newark, DE Assy Plant
169349-Sequential Unit Number
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There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee
is not included in the advertised price.
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