Frame Up Restored Numbers Matching Dart GTS 383/300 HP V8 A833 4 Speed Console

1968 Dodge Dart GTS Description

SUMMARY

1 of only 991 383/4-speed Darts produced for the 1968 model year1 of roughly 80 383-powered 1968 Dart GTS believed to still existRestored in 2008Original 383 cubic inch B V8 / Upgraded Comp camOriginal A833 4-speed manual transmission / Hayes clutchCorrect Medium Green Metallic paintCorrect Green interiorSale includes: Original broadcast sheet / Original CERTICARD / Maintenance and restoration receipts / GTS Visual InspectionCorrect 8.75-inch rear axle / Upgraded to 3.55 gears15-inch Cragar wheels / Correct steel wheels are included with our sale

At RK Motors Charlotte, ome of our favorite cars are those that might be considered "sleepers". Wolves in sheep's clothing that wrap big motors and big performance in subtle and unassuming aesthetics. It's cool when an enthusiast creates one, ut factory-built heartbreakers are the ultimate rush. And the even bigger rush is cars that just shouldn't exist; cars that were so outrageous, xpensive or under-promoted that they were largely ignored and, ltimately, xtremely rare. This 1968 Dodge Dart GTS is a perfect example of that phenomenon. Seriously, hose idea was it to jam a 383/4-speed drivetrain in to a mild-mannered compact? That's pretty much the equivalent of today's Fiat Chrysler stuffing a Gen III Hemi into, ell, modern Dart. Pretty crazy, ight? That said; the idea behind this fully restored MoPar is as fun as it is collectible. And, s 1 of only 991 383/4-speed cars built for the 1968 model year, his fully documented, umbers-matching coupe is 100% cool!

BODYWORK/TRIM

Much cleaner than when it originally rolled down Chrysler's storied assembly lines, his slick Dodge has been transformed into a take-no-prisoners stoplight warrior that consistently flies under the radar. Glossy Medium Green Metallic 2-stage, hich has been thoroughly color-sanded, s correct to what the car's original owner ordered. There are no signs of rust or rot, uggesting that paint's canvas was a straight, rouble-free foundation before its metamorphosis began. Trim is a combination of original and reproduction items. Tight green vinyl adds a bit of style and protection. Not surprisingly, anel gaps are good enough to make the car's lightly flaked basecoat convincingly retro. And overall, his Dart is an exceptionally attractive representation of timeless Detroit muscle.

ENGINE

Lift the car's sculpted hood and you'll find an original, 83 cubic inch V8 that backs a correct 2468130 casting number with a February (2) 7th (7), 968 (68) casting date and matching partial VIN. At the top of the Turquoise block, clean Carter 4-barrel sends wind from an Organisol-coated air cleaner in to a factory-spec intake. At the sides of that intake, ttractive chrome valve covers cap correct heads, n upgraded Comp cam and fully restored exhaust manifolds. At the front of those manifolds, traditional points distributor, pgraded with Pertronix electronic ignition, equences spark through fresh Chrysler plug wires. And in front of those wires, crisp Glen-ray radiator funnels water through new hoses and old school squeeze clamps. This Dodge's clean engine bay is a nice combination of form and function, eaturing a tagged yellow cap battery, n authentic Chrysler washer tank, tainless fuel lines and a rebuilt wiper motor. And everything, rom the car's fenders to its firewall, s coated in the same excellent Medium Green Metallic paint as its glossy exterior panels.

DRIVETRAIN/SUSPENSION

Take one look under this beefy MoPar and you'll find a fully sorted chassis that's adequately equipped to back the car's sinister looks. Behind the B block, n original A833 4-speed makes good use of a Lakewood bellhousing and tough Hayes clutch. That transmission twists a proven Chrysler 8.75-inch rear end, hich swaps factory 3.23s for beefy 3.55s. That smooth drivetrain feeds a fully sorted front torsion bar and rear leaf suspension, hich is chock full of Just Suspension replacement parts. Manual drum brakes provide cool and confident stops. Exhaust rumbles through a $1K maze of authentic pipes and mufflers. Above that impressive hardware, olid floors have been dressed in a nice layer of body-matched 2-stage. At the corners of those floors, 5-inch Cragars spin 215/65 BF Goodrich Silvertown Radial redlines. And, f you're a stickler for steelies, orrect wheels and center caps are included with our sale.

INTERIOR

Inside this Dodge, quality Legendary interior does an excellent job of mimicking correct factory fodder. The car's vivid perches are firm to the touch, eaturing pliable covers that present very well. In front of that bench and bucket combo, warp-free dash, estored by Just Dashes, rames a trademark square speedometer and old school Dart Solid State radio in broad swaths of black and stainless. Below that dash, silver-trimmed console founds a twisted Hurst shifter on a sea of fade-free carpet. At the sides of that carpet, reen door panels unite correct frames with serious "GTS" badging and a sprinkle bright hardware. In front of the driver, simple green steering wheel laps factory pedals. And behind the passengers, fully restored trunk features a fresh plaid mat.

HISTORICAL INFORMATION

Our sale includes a GTS Visual Inspection that breaks down the car's VIN and fender tag as follows.

VIN:

LS: Dodge Dart GTS23: 2-door hardtopH: 383 cubic inch V8 that utilizes one 4-barrel carburetor to create 300 horsepower8: 1968 model yearB: Assembled in Hamtramck, ichiganXXXXXX: Assembly plant sequence number

FENDER TAG:

LS: Dodge Dart GTS23: 2-door hardtop62: 383 cubic inch V8 that utilizes one 4-barrel carburetor to create 300 horsepower3: A833 4-speed manual transmission39: E70x14 Firestone white streak tires415: Scheduled for production on Monday April 15th, 968097816: Shipping order number25: Drip rail moldings30: Body belt moldings78: Wheel lip moldingsA4: 8.75-inch rear axle that's fitted with 3.23 gearsX: Standard differentialTS: Sport Grade trimR6: Vinyl bucket seatsMF: Green interiorPT: Medium Green Metallic roof paintNT: Medium Green Metallic body paintT1: Mono-tone paintUG: Dark Green upper door framesB: No buffed paintS9: Bumblebee sport tape stripe deleteR1: Music Master AM radioX1: Tinted glassY4: Green vinyl roofa6: Console that's complete with a floor shifterb4: Bucket seatsm6: Remote, eft-hand chrome mirroru1: Sold car

In addition to that decode, ovier also documented this coupe's impressive exclusivity in terms of Galen's Registry numbers. As of 2009 the car was:

Number 66 of 85 383-powered 1968 Dart GTS hardtops listed in the registryNumber 25 of 31 registry-listed 383-powered 1968 Dart GTS hardtops ordered with a 4-speed transmissionNumber 13 of 19 registry-listed 383-powered 1968 Dart GTS hardtops ordered with a Bumblebee Stripe deleteNumber 11 of 11 registry-listed 383-powered 1968 Dart GTS hardtops ordered with Green Sport Grade vinyl trimNumber 7 of 8 registry-listed 383-powered 1968 Dart GTS hardtops ordered with a Green vinyl roofNumber 4 of 4 registry-listed 383-powered 1968 Dart GTS hardtops ordered with Medium Green Metallic mono-tone paintThe only registry-listed 383-powered 1968 Dart GTS hardtop with the combination of equipment outlined aboveOUR SALE INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTATION AND ACCESSORIESAn original broadcast sheetAn original Owner's ManualAn original Warranty BookletThe car's original CERTICARDService records from 1984-1987 (prior to restoration)Restoration receiptsThe aforementioned GTS Visual InspectionA reproduction window stickerThe aforementioned wheels and center capsA box of spare parts

Whether you're a Dodge fan, MoPar fan or just a fan of stealth classics that carry a big stick, ou simply can't ignore this rare, ully documented Dart. The car is super cool, t has excellent investment potential and, ince roughly 80 are believed to currently exist, ou probably won't be seeing another one anywhere, ny time soon!