1965 Dodge Coronet 440 Hardtop 2-door 4.5l on 2040-cars

1965 dodge coronet

We wanted something different for a 2014 power tour car and found this in a building last winter. We bought it with a 2nd owner title in the grand sons name and a story of the 22,000 miles being right. I went through this car end to end top to bottom for mechanicals and was very careful not to alter the car in any way. the dirt and grease that was on it still is on it the dead wasps in the windshield all have names and are my cruising buddies. this car has not been cleaned since the 90's and won't be cleaned as long as I own it. I wanted a car to run a 2500 mile trip in the tour that looked like it was just pulled out of a barn for the ride. you can Fly in and DRIVE this one home. I have a clean and clear Kentucky title in my name and the car is plated, insured and driven.

complete new brake system  including all 4 wheel cylinders, new brake shoes, all steel lines all rubber lines, new rear drums,( front drums were reused but in great shape).and the parking brake works. the car stops great for a 4 wheel drum brake car.

motor work professionally  done  fresh full gasket kit including rear main and head gaskets there are no leaks , all freeze plugs, new cap rotor wires plugs points and condenser,  has a professionally rebuilt stromberg ww 2 bbl carb, all the motor mounts, hoses and belts are new, it has a new 3 core all aluminum radiator with a 10" electric fan, the transmission is un touched except for a fluid change and new front input seal and it shifts out great.

it has new dual exhaust from the manifolds to back of transmission and some used turbo mufflers on it sounds great but quiet. exhaust ends at axle. you do get a little exhaust smell in the car it needs tail pipes.

new wheel bearings and seals in the front all 4 ball joints are moog replacements that don't squeak like the old ones did. the steering is tight and responsive with a new pressure line and fresh fluid.

it has 4 decent tires on it. all tires hold air and are road worthy but were used. it has a rim for a spare in the trunk with the jack kit and 4 hubcaps.

it has a new fuel tank, fuel pump, fuel filter,  sending unit and fuel line. new carb see above  

the lights turn signals all that fun stuff works on the outside of the car. the interior running lights work

everything is there on this car except one piece of trim that goes on the driver's side rocker. i do not think this car has ever been apart except 1 fender was replaced in the 70's form a minor fender bender . didn't touch the grill, bumper or inner support structure. it was very minor whatever caused a fender replacement

on to the stuff that needs attention

the inside turn signal indicators do not work all the time the gas gauge does not work all the time. the Speedo jumps around some and whines sometimes ( common issue is dirt and a bad ground).the radio works but the speaker is dry rotted horribly. it needs 4 shocks . the cooling fan needs a automatic relay or temp sensor switch wired in (right now fan has a plug in that you have to manually plug in under the hood) .  

the seat covers are shot seat frames are good. the carpet is great but faded some. the head liner is gone but all the bows etc are still there to put a new one in.

the body is in over all great shape. there is a soft spot in the passenger side floor pan whir the exhaust used to run close , the front fenders need lower rear patch panels ( there $50 a side). it has 2 soft spots in the trunk floor that a dollar bill will cover. the passenger side trunk drop down needs replaced ( parts available) there is a rust spot on the outside of the pass quarter that is about 2" long from a scratch rusting, there is a 6 ft long 1/8" deep crease in the pass quarter that is real minor, the driver's side quarter needs a little love on the trunk drop down the trunk lid is rotted along the back from mouse p*ss. the car was undercoated and structurally excellent.

come by drive it. we will put it on a lift so you can check under it. I will take it to a Indy mechanic of your choosing within 50 miles for a inspection at your cost. The car is for sale locally. I reserve the right to end this auction. this is a 3 day no reserve auction. this car will NOT be re listed with a lower starting bid. $500 deposit due in 48 hours. the remainder will be paid in cash or postal money order on pick up or before releasing the car. I will help load it for free. shipping is buyers responsibility but i will be flexible and help loading. I will do whatever title work you need to transfer the clean Ky title in your state. I  can hang on to the car for up to 30 days. I can deliver the car to you within 250 miles from 41472 for $1 a mile but I am driving it there.   if you have any questions give me a call 606-495-6219 Jason G.

a close family member is ill and i am happy to sacrifice this car to help them make it day to day