1969 Dodge Dart

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Automatic

Clear

Gasoline

RK Motors Charlotte 5527 Lakeview Road, Charlotte, NC, 28269, US Phone : 704-596-5211 Email : joseph.carroll@rk-motors.com Frame Up Built 1969 Dodge Dart 500 HP Street Machine! One of my favorite automotive quotes of all time comes from Colin Chapman, the guy who founded Lotus. Instead of chasing Ferrari and Porsche with bigger and bigger engines with more and more horsepower, he went the opposite direction, making his cars smaller and lighter. In his own words, he said, "To add speed, add lightness." With fewer pounds per horsepower, you needed fewer horsepower to perform equally well, and as a result, his teams were Formula 1 World Champions seven times. Clearly there's something to that philosophy. Enter this killer 1969 Dodge Dart Swinger. Starting with a lightweight compact, the "add lightness" part was already handled. Then you stuff a giant 440 cubic inch V8 making 500+ horsepower under the hood, and give it all the equipment it will need to launch straight and safe down the drag strip. The result is an incredibly fast car that's also incredibly reliable, without a lot of over-stressed components that will leave you worrying about breakage every time you crack the throttle. With an extensive list of top-shelf parts and high quality craftsmanship, this is a no-compromises car that is as beautiful as it is fast. Built in 2006, the body was fully stripped to bare steel and had any rough spots professionally repaired with new sheet metal. An OEM floor and full quarters were installed to facilitate the mini tubs that were used out back. A steel hood with a Hemi scoop was added to augment the Dart's appearance, and it was finished in satin black. Once everything was bolted back together, it was straightened and sanded until everything lined up just right. We have restoration photos of the car up on a rotisserie being block sanded using a guide coat, so you know that someone really took their time with this one. Two-stage urethane was used, then color sanded and buffed until all the panels were as smooth as an oil slick. A correct white "Swinger" stripe was applied on the rear panels, and it really pops against the black. At the same time, the chrome and stainless were either restored or replaced, and everything is in excellent condition throughout. There's nothing modified or painted, giving the car an OEM look, and the original grille is in superb condition. All new weatherstripping was used throughout, so the car seals up nicely. These cars weren't big on badging, but '440 Magnum' emblems were added to the new hood scoop, and the original DODGE badge remains on the trunk lid. The big news with this car, however, is the big block V8 under that steel hood. It's a 1971 vintage 440 block that's been bored .030 over, and now sports a Mopar Performance camshaft, 906 heads with hardened seats, and a Mopar Performance ignition system. An Edelbrock Torker II intake and 850 CFM Mighty Demon carburetor handle intake duties, while a set of TTI ceramic coated long-tube headers manage the exhaust. A set of polished aluminum Mopar Performance valve covers along with a chrome K&N air cleaner dress up the all-black engine bay, along with a Marsh serpentine accessory system. Look a little closer and you'll discover some added details that really set this Dart apart from the rest, things like the smoothed and shaved firewall, hidden wiring, and beautifully applied gloss black paint. A big aluminum radiator easily keeps the big block cool, whether you're cruising or hammering down the track. Note that there is no power steering, no A/C, no extraneous hardware that adds complexity and weight. The chassis is fully prepped for track duty as well. Forming a stout link in the power train, the race-prepped 727 TorqueFlite 3-speed automatic features a 2500 RPM stall torque converter, and it feeds a narrowed 8.75-inch rear with 3.23 gears on a limited slip. Axles are by Mosier, and when you take a look under there, you'll see why those mini tubs were necessary. Subframe connectors shore up the unit body's structure, while a modified K-member up front features an updated suspension with a massive sway bar and KYB shocks. Out back, you'll discover that the rear end has been reinforced and braced, and hangs on leaf springs with lowering blocks to give this car exactly the right stance. Braking is assisted by a set of vented and cross-drilled rotors to scrub off extra heat. The exhaust system is fully welded, and features Flowmaster mufflers and chrome tips peeking out from under the rear bumper. The wheels are Weld ProStar XPs with billet centers wearing 205/60/15 BFGoodrich T/As on the 15x6s up front, and 295/50/15s on the 15x10s out back. The no-frills (which adds lightness, of course) approach continues inside, where the pearl white upholstery provides the perfect contrast to the inky black exterior. All the soft parts are from Legendary, so that should tell you everything you need to know about the quality and workmanship. Black door panels, carpets and dashboard keep it from being too bright, and it all works together extremely well. That's a bench seat and a column shifter for the transmission, both of which work perfectly well for a car that's designed to do one thing very well: go fast. The dash has been filled and in place of the original gauges are a comprehensive set of AutoMeter Ultra Light pieces that keep a sharp eye on the engine at all times. A comfortable Grant GT steering wheel replaces the thin plastic original and makes handling this cruiser easy. In the interest of speed, things like the heater and radio have received the old heave-ho, and once you get used to all that power available under the loud pedal, you won't miss them a bit. The trunk was also given the full race treatment, with a custom fuel cell and trunk-mounted gel cell battery for reliable starting and better weight distribution. An original style trunk mat has been modified to fit with the new components, giving it an almost OEM look. This car also includes a photo album of the complete build. This car is a perfect demonstration of big performance in a little package and I think Colin Chapman would be proud. The builder remained true to his mission, and left off anything that would get in the way of maximum performance. If this hardcore attitude appeals to you (and why wouldn't it?), take a good, long look at this black Dart. It's beautifully finished and probably cost two or three times the asking price to build. And when you roll up against the guy in the other lane?you know, the one with the thumping stereo and giant, heavy rims?you'll simply smile to yourself knowing that he's already lost the race. Then you nail the throttle and prove it to him. It's easy to love a purpose-built car like this. Call now! FACTS & FIGURES Year:1969 Mileage:2366 VIN: Transmission Type:Automatic Type of Vehicle Title:Clear Number of Cylinders:8 Primary Color:Black Interior Color:White About this auction & RK Motors Charlotte As the world rushes into hard assets ahead of collapsing paper money, sales of top notch classic cars are exploding. Remember, they aren't making anymore #1 condition 1958 Chevrolet Impala Convertibles! In times of economic uncertainty, capital flows to the highest quality assets which contain the least amount of risk and the classic car market is no exception. The lesson is simple: buy the very best you can find! Please note that all sales are binding and final. Our cars are sold "as-is" with no warranty expressed or implied. Please carefully read the terms & conditions of the sale before bidding. Winning this auction does not entitle you to come inspect the car and decide if you want to buy it, but obligates you to complete the purchase! A $1000.00 deposit via PayPal is due within 24 hours of the auction close ... NO EXCEPTIONS. We do not release our reserve prices, as this would be unfair to the other bidders, so please don't ask! Note that our cars are on display in our showroom, in national print ads, listed for sale on our website, and listed for sale in multiple, nationally known, online dealer showrooms at all times. Since our cars are for sale in a number of other mediums, we reserve the right to cancel the auction at any time. RK Motors Charlotte sells 30-40 cars each and every month to collectors worldwide. Each and every one of these cars is listed on Ebay, but only one sale, on average per month, actually occurs on Ebay. Accordingly, if you see a car you like, don't wait! Call us! When you see it disappear, it means that it sold to someone who saw it somewhere else. If you have ZERO feedback on Ebay, please call or email us to request our authority to bid on our vehicles. If you would like to make a sales visit or insection, we would be happy to schedule a personal appointment with you. To do so, contact Joseph Carroll at 440-313-8091 or David Kluttz at (704)596-5211. For those of you who need to fly in, we can provide transportation to and from Charlotte Douglas International Airport. We can also provide accommodations within walking distance of our facility. For those international buyers, note that we've shipped cars to collectors and classic car fans world-wide for years. You can feel confident in our representations, and post-sale service. Our Transportation Manager, Tony Klein, stands ready to help your transport & shipping needs. A common question we receive is: "do you accept trades"? We do accept trades, but will only consider #1 or #2 condition vehicles. If you would like us to review a trade, please send detailed pictures of the entire car, including the underside. Also send a detailed description which includes all specifications, facts, figures, history and documentation present with the car. Lastly, give us a clear idea of what you are seeking in trade value. Email information on your trade directly to Joseph Carroll. Joe's email address is: Joseph.Carroll@rk-motors.com. Our retail showroom is located in sunny Charlotte, NC. We usually 100-140 incredible cars on display, and there's always something new. Feel free to make an appointment, stop in and meet our staff, and, more importantly, see the Greatest Showroom on Earth! Each and every one of our employees is an absolute car nut and we do this because we love cars! In addition to retail showroom in Charlotte, NC, our sister company, RK Motors Auto Restoration is a full restoration mechanical/assembly facility and a restoration body/paint shop, located in Mentor, Ohio. We perform complete restorations for classic car fans around the globe. RKM restored cars have won numerous national weekends and our cars won their classes at both the 2009 Mopar Nationals and 2009 Pontiac Nationals. We stand behind our work and value long-term relationships with our customers! For information on your restoration project, contact Joe Carroll at (704)596-5211. Do you want your car customized? New wheels? Air conditioning? We have a full service shop staffed with veterans who have been there and done that ?we can give you what you want! For a quote on customizing or add-on products, contact Gary Volpicelli at: (704)596-5211. Gary's direct email address is: gary.volpicelli@rk-motors.com. Check out our feedback from other customers who have purchased cars from us in the past. Here's what some of customers have to say: http://www.rk-motors.com/testimonials.html. We pride ourselves on describing our cars accurately, and, our cars really do look better in person than in the pictures! Bid with confidence! For general information, call us at: (704)596-5211. You can send an email directly to our President, Joseph Carroll, at: joseph.carroll@rk-motors.com. Joseph M. 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