ClassicCar

Headlamp detail

Antenna "Crystal Ball"

Rubber floormat

Underdash heater













Art deco trim

Cloisonne emblem

Firewall tags

Rear vent window





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Above, clockwise, from top left:



Art deco headlight bezel with glass parking light lenses

Beautifully preserved, original "Crystal Ball" lucite antenna top

Unmarked rubber floormat and pedal pads, irrefutably confirming the car's low mileage

Original heater below dash

Rear vent windows open wide

Dodge Brothers tags on firewall

Masterful Cloisonne (enamelled) rear emblem

Art deco door handles and stainless side trim





Engine compartment is clean and original as well. Dodge's 217 cu.in, 6-cylinder engine was good for 87 lively horsepower. It starts instantly and runs like the proverbial Swiss watch. Items recently replaced or serviced include the battery, water pump, ignition wires, spark plugs, fuel tank, carburetor, brakes, and shocks. Original honeycomb radiator core looks gorgeous!

And, yes, the horn works, just like everything else on this time machine.







Amazingly intricate, heart-shaped grille presents itself in outstanding condition, with brilliantly sparkling chrome. Bumpers and overriders are beautiful and functional, too. Car's brightwork appears excellently preserved throughout. Note the wonderfully maintained running boards, which were optional on the 1940 models

So, what's it like driving a 63-year old Dodge?







Very impressive, thank you very much. Turn on the ignition--with the original "CDPD" key--and press the foot knob for the starter. The engine comes to life instantly, idling almost inaudibly. Pull the gear lever down into first, release the clutch, and you'll pull away smoothly. Everything is smooth about the Dodge. Suspension and brakes transmit a safe and sound feeling. Acceleration is brisk, at least by 1940 standards. All the gauges work. Oil pressure is great and the car runs cool. In a nutshell, it's a delightful cruiser!

Even the PHILCO radio still hums when turned on; it seems the speaker cone needs replacing.







All this car needs is one appreciative caretaker. It's a very rare find and definitely a "keeper" for the right Dodge enthusiast.





Best of all, it's a true rust free, low-mileage Dodge that could even be used every day, if you so desire. There are not too many 63-year old, original cars in this Country that could make this claim!



Addendum:

We sold the Barn Dodge in 2003.