Vehicle Description
1972 Dodge Dart Swinger
The Dart name originally appeared on a 1957 show car featuring a
body designed by the Italian coach builder Carrozzeria Ghia. The
production Dart was introduced as a lower-priced, shorter
wheelbase, full-size Dodge in 1960 and 1961, became a mid-size car
for 1962, and finally was a compact from 1963 to 1976.
This Custom 2-door hardtop coupe became known as the Swinger, and
now for consignment, the beneficiary of a rotisserie restoration,
this sweet mini muscle car is in near perfect condition. Dollar for
dollar, this is the most fun you can have for your buck, and it is
right here at Classic Auto Mall. Take a close look at the photos,
and you will see exactly what I'm talking about.
Exterior
What is believed to be a respray of Pastel Yellow covers the
exterior of this car. A golden yellow stripe runs from front to
back at the belt line. Ultra clean chrome bumpers are present in
front-with 2 rubber vertical bump bars, and in the rear, taillights
inserted. Badging is all beautiful, as are handles and remaining
brite work. An unscathed black vinyl top is present. Looking into
the trunk you will the able to view perfect rust-free interior
panels, and a like new liner which matches the original factory
liner. Standard Mopar Rally wheels are on all 4 corners and present
nicely.
Interior
Gold vinyl split bench seats upfront and a rear bench in back are
virtually showroom. Consigner states that the bottom bolster in
front was rebuilt, but otherwise the seats are original. Vinyl door
panels are noted, and they match the seats. The inverted "V"shaped
dash has original gauges, and an aftermarket tachometer attached to
the steering column. A stock AM radio, and factory air conditioning
is seen hanging from the underside of the dash. Gold carpeting is
on the floor and looks like it just exited the showroom. The left
rear window needs a provided crank installed, and consigner says
the gas gauge it's not accurate, so he has provided a new one for
the buyer to install.
Drivetrain
Pop open the hood and a gaze into the beautiful, clean engine bay
we can see the 440ci 4-barrel engine that came from a 1969 New
Yorker. It has been returned to a stock motor, with work done and a
small cam installed. Behind the engine, we see a 727 Torqueflite
automatic transmission, which puts power back to an 8.75" geared
limited slip differential.
Undercarriage
Not unlike the topside, some major work has been performed here as
well. Including the K member changed to accommodate a big block.
Big sway bars were installed in front and in back. 4-wheel power
disc brakes are all around, and frame and other components
underneath are very clean, true, and rust free.
Drive-Ability
All is fine on the Dodge boys front, and with this car, which ran
fine, handled well, and everything is in working order. Its
cornering is solid, braking straight with no pull and it has some
snappy acceleration.
All the work is done for you, and the car runs better and stronger
than showroom new. This 3-owner car really has been well re-done
and is an eye catcher. Very affordable car for the MOPAR buff to
gain entry into the world of a classic. And what an entry it will
be!
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 500 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display.
This vehicle is located in our showroom in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia
on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is
www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888) 227-0914.
Please contact us anytime for more information or to come see the
vehicle in person.