134042 / 1969 Dodge Dart GTS

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Assembled as a run-of-the-mill 383 car, then transformed into a 440-powered strip streak by the Hurst-Campbell Corporation, this Dodge is one of only 640 M-code Darts produced for the 1969 model year. Most of those big engine warriors were sold to drag racers who needed something tough to whip at the track and, as a result, Chrysler expert Galen Govier estimates that only 30 still exist.
The beneficiary of a nut and bolt rotisserie restoration that, by the looks of the car, was probably completed sometime late last year, this stunning Dodge coupe has been fully rebuilt from its frame rails all the way to its correct chrome drip rails. Take a good look at our photographer's highly detailed pictures and you'll see one slick Mopar that's obviously logged very few miles since it was thoroughly shaken down. Naturally, two-stage urethane was chosen to accurately reproduce Chrysler's code F8 Dark Green finish. And on the outside of that two-stage, a correct white bumble bee stripe perfectly frames the car's razor-sharp quarter panels.
Original to the car, and subsequently branded with a 2536430 casting number, a late 1968 casting date and a correct partial VIN, this fully restored mill makes a dyno-proven 258 horsepower and 298 lb./ft. of torque at the chassis' spin-happy rear wheels! That side-stepping rampage begins when oxygen filters through an organisol covered and "440 MAGNUM" branded air cleaner to a large Carter carburetor and a correct cast iron intake. At the sides of that intake, stamped steel valve covers cap original 440 heads which bark into fully restored exhaust manifolds. At the front of those valve covers, sparks are sequenced from a reproduction coil to Chrysler Electronic Suppression Wires via a traditional points distributor. And in front of that coil, a heavy duty radiator circulates water through reproduction Chrysler hoses and old school squeeze clamps.
Behind the big motor, a date-correct A727 Torqueflite 3-speed automatic takes care of gear selection while an 8.75 inch rear end puts the power to the pavement. Around that drivetrain, an OEM-style chassis remains in place with torsion bars up front and parallel leafs out back. Cool and confident stops are provided by a full set of manual drum brakes. And at the corners of the floor, 14 inch steel wheels spin E70-14 Firestone Wide Oval Super Sport redlines around chrome 'dog dish' hub caps.
According to this Dart's fender tag, that nostalgic green interior is indeed factory-correct equipment. And, while many muscle car fans might prefer a traditional 'coal chamber' cockpit, there's no denying this coupe's unique presence. The first thing that catches your eye is a trio of rebuilt bucket and bench seats that are firm to the touch and feature tightly-pleated covers. A warp-free dash anchors intricate gauges and an old school Dart Solid State radio in an attractive V-shaped contour. And the driver spins a simple black steering wheel around a fratzog branded hub pad.
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[@HITEKSTRANGER]

Simple and beautiful! One of my all time favourite Mopars !!

[@MrJohnnyDistortion]

'69 440 ci = 375 HP. Do some research!

[@ihateliberals518]

and even that number wasn't correct. Mopar under rated the power of their engines in the late 60s. especially the 440 & 426. the true hp number was either 415 or 425hp(for the 440). I don't remember for sure which one. but either way, definitely more then the claimed 258 horsepower. which I assume is wheel horsepower

[@stripervince1]

What? Did he say 258 HP, on a 440?. A slant six has that HP. I think he's a bit mistaken. A standard 440 was 375 HP. First he said started life as a standard 383 mill, then he said the 440 was original to the car..... Which one is it? Regardless, it beautiful and sounds great

[@normhodgkinson6965]

Darts first received the 383, and then it was realized a 440 could be shoe-horned into it, too. yes, 375 HP was the rated output of that engine. often times these KZbin sales people have very limited knowledge of the 60's era muscle cars. usually the commenters have better info.

[@anastaciocastro8747]

"Run of the mill 383 car" Is this guy crazy?

[@bruceg.6282]

I agree with you. I had a 69 Dart 383, 4 bbl, 4 speed, and I put headers on it. Just like the one in the video, except a black vinyl top without the stripes. Loved it.

[@roby14]

Love the Chrysler F 8 Green color.

[@marcoantonioramirez4670]

al ver este auto, admiro su capacidad y esmero de mostrarnos una bella pieza de diseño, y tecnología automotriz de los 60,s

[@larryfriend2584]

The Package tray at the bottom of the Dash Board is missing , and the Rear Differential is Not a Dana 60 which would have been Stock in this Car. Sorry but I would have to Decode the Ident-a-plate before continuing further

[@normhodgkinson6965]

Larry, it could have had a Dana 60 if it was a 4 speed car, but its an auto. even Hemi Challengers and Cudas came with 8.75 rear, unless a special order was placed for the Dana.

[@coolmoodee]

wow love this car

[@moparcuda1]

please fix the gaz gauge when you sold a car like this

[@1969ronnie]

any more pictures of underchassis...

[@BloodstainedSinner]

She's only getting 240 to the wheels? I love old MOPAR's, but the transmission and drive train and axle suck so much power.

[@MrJohnnyDistortion]

Was that. 9" Ford axle?

[@senatorlou]

258 hp to the wheels lol actually for a stock motor not all that bad, hp ratings where at the crank/flywheel