1968 Dodge Dart

GTS Convertible

340 V8

Manual

Clear

information@RKMotorsCharlotte.com 5527 Lakeview Road, Charlotte, NC, 28269, US 1968 Dodge Dart GTS Restored Dart GTS Convertible 340 V8 4 Speed 1 of 44 Year: 1968 Type of vehicle title: Clear Primary color: Green Mileage: 52022 Transmission type: 4 Speed Manual Engine: 340 V8 Interior color: White Vehicle info What's better than owning a classic Dodge muscle car that's rare, quick and correct? Owning a classic Dodge muscle car that's rare, quick, correct and topless! As your number one source for all things Mopar, RK Motors Charlotte takes pride in selling Auburn Hills' coolest and most interesting creations. And this awesome 1968 Dart GTS convertible, with its stout 340 cubic inch V8, road ready 4-speed drivetrain and factory accurate color combination, is one of the most fun and unique Mopars on the planet! If you're in the market for a super clean street bruiser that you can show, build on and enjoy for years; how about an old school drop-top that combines an invigorating driving experience with a top-notch restoration and unmatched exclusivity? One look at this rare Dodge's VIN verifies the car is indeed one of only forty-four GTS convertibles built for the 1968 model year. And one look at the car's fender tag illustrates the precision of its recent restoration. VIN: LS27P8B326320L: A-Body Dodge DartS: Special price class27: ConvertibleP: 340 cubic inch "LA" high performance V88: 1968 model yearB: Manufactured at Chrysler's Hamtramck, Michigan facility326320: Production sequence number FENDER TAG:CAR: Dodge Dart GTS 2-door convertibleENGINE: 340 cubic inch 4-barrel high performance V8TRANSMISSION: Floor shifter 4-speed manualTIRES: E70x14 white sidewallMODEL YEAR: 1968BUILD DATE: April 5th, 1968AXLE: Sure Grip with 3.23 gearsINTERIOR: Sport trim grade white on black interior with vinyl bucket seatsPAINT: Medium Green MetallicOTHER: White upper door frame colorOTHER: White bumble bee sport stripeMOULDING 30: Body belt mouldingsMOULDING 78: Wheel lip mouldings ABC options:H1: Power brakesR1: AM radioW9: Unknown optionY2: White convertible top abc options:a6: Consoleb4: Bucket seatsh7: Fender or hood mounted turn signal indicatorsm6: Driver's outside remote operated mirrorw6: Built to Canada specifications The beneficiary of a high quality frame-off restoration that was conducted sometime within the last few years, this stunning Dodge convertible has been fully rebuilt from its frame rails all the way to its correct white roof. Take a good look at our high resolution pictures and you'll see one slick drop-top that's obviously logged very few miles since its thorough shakedown was completed. The car's sculpted Mopar body has been massaged and finessed until its panels were as straight as anything that sits on a modern showroom floor; and since they knew it would be getting A LOT of serious scrutiny at shows, the guys in the body shop went the extra mile to make sure everything lined up correctly. On the outside of those panels, two-stage urethane accurately reproduces Chrysler's code T Medium Green Metallic finish; and on the outside of that urethane, a correct white bumble bee stripe perfectly frames the car's razor-sharp quarter panels. If you crave conversation and want to be the center of attention at every car show you attend, this spectacular cruiser is your next ride! Widely regarded as one of the most successful compact platforms to ever roll out of Detroit, the Dart offered buyers the same excellent combination of performance and style in the 60s as it does today. At the front of the car, a body-width stainless grille centers two large parking lights between two larger headlights, a pristine chrome bumper and a red-trimmed "GTS" emblem. Above that grille, the car's defined hood props Dodge's familiar chrome-trimmed power bulges in front of like-new glass that's cleared by satin finished wipers, framed by well-maintained stainless trim and capped by a correct white top. Below that glass, multi-faceted body panels, which add an unmistakable vintage flavor to the design, are detailed with correct stainless wheel lip moldings and new-for-1968 marker lights. Between those marker lights, bold "GTS" fender emblems combine with correct fender mounted turn signal indicators to perfectly complement traditional chrome door handles and a stylish driver's mirror. And at the back of the car, a black and silver valence hangs a centered "Dodge" script between a fourth, red-trimmed "GTS" emblem, elaborate tail lights, a second pristine chrome bumper and traditional stainless exhaust tips. If you build a classic drop-top that draws this much attention, you'd better be able to back up its good looks with some serious firepower! Accordingly, this buff compacts restorer's dipped into the Mopar parts bin and served up a date-correct 340 cubic inch V8 that wears a 2780930 casting number and thumps to the motto: bigger is always better! At the top of that legendary Chrysler mill, a large 4-barrel carburetor is sandwiched between a correctly branded organisol air cleaner, a cast iron factory intake and a pair of traditional, stamped steel valve covers. Behind those valve covers, a familiar points distributor sends fire through a fresh set of Chrysler Corporation Electronic Suppression plug wires. And beneath those valve covers, cast iron heads dump incinerated dinosaurs into a free-flowing true dual exhaust system via restored cast iron exhaust manifolds. Cooling for the big engine is provided by a heavy duty 26 inch Chrysler radiator that's cinched to reproduction Chrysler hoses via correct squeeze clamps. A nice splash of color comes courtesy of a thick coat of high temp Hemi Orange block paint. And the car's Medium Green Metallic engine bay is highly detailed and exceptionally impressive from its rebuilt wiper motor and reproduction Mopar yellow cap battery all the way to its duplicated chalk marks and reproduction Chrysler washer tank. In 1968, if you were a true car guy, the only transmission you wanted in your Dart was a factory-issued A833 4-speed; and the 23 spline unit in this cool drop top can turn even the most mundane errands into a clutch slammin', gear grindin' good time! Naturally that high performance engine and transmission combination feeds a fully rebuilt front torsion bar and rear leaf suspension that's shackled to a correct power steering system and a rebuilt rear end. Cool and confident stops are provided by correct power drum brakes at all four corners. Exhaust flows down the center of the car through true dual pipes that run to factory replacement mufflers and traditional stainless tips. And fresh shocks at all four corners, new lines and hoses throughout, and a clean gas tank out back ensure the car has reliability that matches its top-down appeal. Above all that impressive hardware, solid floors have been properly undercoated instead of polished in a nice shade of body-matched basecoat like so many over-restored Mopars that roll through our showroom. And at the corners of that impressive hardware, factory steel wheel spin F70-14 Firestone Wide Oval Super Sports around simulated mag wheel covers. This Dodge's fender tag says it was originally equipped with a black and white interior; and accordingly, the car's cockpit was correctly restored all the way down to its bright white door frames. The front bucket and rear bench seats are firm to the touch, and feature correct white covers that show no signs of tear or separation. At the bottom of those seats, fade-free black carpet is protected by stylish "Dart" branded floor mats; and between those seats, a factory correct console frames a double-bent Hurst shifter in bright chrome trim. The car's pristine padded dash hangs an old school horizontal speedometer beside a correct Dodge Solid State AM radio. In front of the driver, a restored steering wheel spins stylish satin spokes around chrome trimmed foot pedals. At the sides of the seats, fresh door panels hang new chrome hardware between straight stainless trim, unique "GTS" emblems and stain-free armrests. And behind the cockpit, a fully restored trunk props a brand new mat below a restored bumper jack and reproduction deck lid decals. Just looking at the quality of this Dart's workmanship, you know its build probably cost twice our asking price. Careful construction and attention to detail ensure the car is a top notch cruiser that'll rumble along for years to come. And its restoration is so well done that more than one so-called 'Mopar expert' will likely be fooled into thinking it's a numbers matching time capsule. In the meantime, it's also fast, comfortable, and stylish, which are all attributes shared by the very best hobby cars. If you're looking for an outstanding example of a super rare muscle car that was built to be driven, you've found it! At RK Motors Charlotte, our primary goal is to offer a buying experience unrivaled by anyone in the classic car industry. The core of that experience is a screening process we call the RKM Performance Center Seal of Approval. Performed by one of the ASE certified master mechanics in the RKM Performance Center, this 80+ point checklist ensures that every vehicle we offer meets our stringent standards. While the Seal of Approval covers the basics, many customers want to take their cars to the next level. So, we created the RKM Performance Center Test & Tune and the RKM Performance Center Certification. From general functionality to comprehensive tuning and testing, these service packages let our customers tailor their buying experience. Every car that we list for sale carries three prices and each of those prices correspond a service package. Regardless if you are new to the classic car world or an experienced collector, our three-tiered pricing system allows for an honest and open sales environment. Simply put no one in the industry works harder than RK Motors Charlotte to make sure your dream purchase is just that. About this auction & rk motors charlotte 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. If you have ZERO feedback on Ebay, please call or email us to request our authority to bid on our vehicles. We do not release our reserve prices, as this would be unfair to the other bidders, so please don't ask! Each and every one of these cars is listed on Ebay, but only one sale, on average per month, actually occurs on Ebay. If you see a car you like, don't wait! Call us! When you see it disappear from eBay, it means that it was sold by other means. Because we advertise heavily in other mediums, we reserve the right to cancel any eBay listing at any time. If you would like to make a sales visit or arrange an inspection, we would be happy to schedule a personal appointment with either yourself or your representative. To do so, contact Joseph Carroll at (704)596-5211 or (704)999-9826. Joe's email address is: Joseph.Carroll@RKMotorsCharlotte.com. For those of you who need to fly in, we can provide transportation to and from Charlotte Douglas International Airport. We can also recommend accommodations within a short distance of our facility. Our pricing system is unique to the industry. RK Motors takes pride in delivering road-ready cars to our customers. Every car we sell is fully inspected and tuned by the RKM Performance Center. At our full list price, our customer's receive the RKM Performance Certified Car certificate, which equates to a complete shake-down of the car from a mechanical and cosmetic standpoint. If you are expecting all three speeds on the blower motor to be operating at the proper fan speed, our Certified Car program is for you. Every Certified Car receives a complete dyno test and tune by Roush Yates in Mooresville, NC, with a separate certificate from Roush Yates. On average, even a newly restored car required 50-65 hours of labor to meet the standards of our Certified Car level of post-sale service. If you are looking for a super high quality car, but not concerned with absolute perfection, we offer a 5% cash discount from the list price, which earns the buyer our RKM Performance Test & Tune. 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Our Transportation Manager, Jason Spruill, stands ready to help you with your transport & shipping needs. Jason can be reached at: Joseph.Carroll@RKMotorsCharlotte.com. 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 recent, high resolution 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. If you are a MyClassicGarage user, you can send us an Evaluation file for review. Our MCG virtual garage name is: RK Motors Charlotte. Email information and pictures on your trade directly to Joseph Carroll. Joseph's email address is: Joseph.Carroll@RKMotorsCharlotte.com. Our 80,000 sqf retail showrooms are located in beautiful Charlotte, North Carolina . 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RKM Perfomance Center Heated paint booth Sanding room Mixing room Sandblasting cabinet Interior shop Metal fabrication shop 10 two post lifts Alignment rack Joseph Carroll President & C.E.O 5527 Lakeview RoadCharlotte, NC, 28269 Phone: 704-596-5211 Fax: 704-596-5980 Mobile: 704-999-9826 joseph.carroll@RKMotorsCharlotte.com Gerry Notara Vice Presidentof Operations 5527 Lakeview RoadCharlotte, NC, 28269 Phone: 704-596-5211 Fax: 704-596-5980 Mobile: 704-773-4658 Gerry.Notara@RKMotorsCharlotte.com Donald Berard Sales Manager 5527 Lakeview RoadCharlotte, NC, 28269 Phone: 704-596-5211 Fax: 704-596-5980 Mobile: 781-773-4648 Donald.Berard@RKMotorsCharlotte.com Jason Spruill Transport Manager 5527 Lakeview RoadCharlotte, NC, 28269 Phone: 704-596-5211 Fax: 704-596-5980 Mobile: 704-797-6199 jason.spruill@RKMotorsCharlotte.com 704.596.5211 704.596.5980 info@RKMotorsCharlotte.com Showroom 5527 Lakeview RoadCharlotte, NC 28269 RKM Performance Center 161 Knob Hill RoadMooresville, NC 28117