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1961 Dodge Dart Pioneer 2 door post, very rare original survivor, drives great!

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Location: Toano, Virginia, United States
Condition: Used
Make: Plymouth
Model: Dart
SubModel: Dart
Type: Coupe
Trim: Pioneer
Year: 1961
Mileage: 61,359
Engine size: 6cyl
Number of cylinders: 6
Fuel: Gasoline
Transmission: 3 spd column
Drive type: RWD
Options: Leather Seats
Vehicle Title: Clear

1961 Plymouth Dart Dart Description

Up for auction is my 61 Dodge Dart series Pioneer...2 door post sedan. ( goodluck finding one in this condition for the price. keep in mind this is a 2 door post sedan not a coupe ) I have been collecting rare cars that are original, low miles, unique and are functional pieces for over 25 years. Its like pulling teeth every time I let one go but a new life direction warrants the sale of my treasures. In the spirit of saving the best for last, this is a truly rare piece of American History.
Original from its factory 3 speed column shifter to the all glass fuel filter. This unique original run, drives and shifts amazing. Starts right up and ready to cruise!
Is the car perfect? No, its not a museum piece or a trailer queen, although it could be as all the pieces are intact. Its a real American survivor daily driver.
Other than the rarity of the 2 door post sedan Pioneer, look at the original hood emblem....a factory mistake and what I feel makes this car even more unique. I can send pics of the underside to show there has been no tampering and was originally this way in addition to any other detail pics at your request. The car is available for live scheduled inspection Monday through Friday from 9am-4pm.
A deposit of $1,000.00 is required within 24 hours from the winning bidder. Car may be sold locally before auction ends.
Here is some basic data on the vehicle provided:

Dodge Pioneer>1961 Dodge Pioneer

1961 Dodge Dart Pioneer

1961 Dodge Pioneer

In its second year, Dart continued with the success of the 3 economy friendly series line-up – the Phoenix, Pioneer and Seneca. The Seneca was the base level available for the 1961 Dart, the Pioneer was the intermediate and the Phoenix was the top trim level.Each offered Torsion-Aire Ride and Total Contact Brakes and unitized body and chassis construction.Offering solid chrome-steel torsion bars in front and unsymmetrical leaf springs in the rear to absorb shock.
In 1961, Dodge offers 3 different automatic transmissions, each specifically designed for a particular engine. For instance, the D-500 Ram-Induction V8 came with a TorqueFlite Automatic as standard. Also available were the 2-speed PowerFlite automatic and 3-speed TorqueFlite with torque converter; all operated by instrument panel push buttons. The standard engine was the all new Economy Slant 6 engine and came with a standard 3-speed manual.

1961 Dodge Dart Factory Specifications & Production

Model Number	Body/Style Number	Body Type & Seating	Factory Price	Shipping Weight	Total Production
Seneca Series
413/513	L41	4 dr Sedan - 6P	$2,330/$2,449	3,335/3,515 lbs	Note 1
411/511	L21	2 dr Sedan - 6P	$2,278/$2,397	3,290/3,470 lbs	Note 1
456/556	L45	4 dr Station Wagon - 6P	$2,695/$2,815	3,740/3,920 lbs	Note 1
Pioneer Series
423/523	M41	4 dr Sedan - 6P	$2,459/$2,478	3,335/3,510 lbs	Note 2
421/521	M21	2 dr Sedan - 6P	$2,410/$2,530	3,290/3,460 lbs	Note 2
422/522	M23	2 dr Hardtop Coupe - 6P	$2,488/$2,607	3,335/3,500 lbs	Note 2
466/566	M45A	4 dr Station Wagon - 6P	$2,787/$2,906	3,740/3,940 lbs	Note 2
467/567	M45B	4 dr Station Wagon - 9P	$2,892/$3,011	3,825/4,005 lbs	Note 2
Phoenix Series
433/533	H41	4 dr Sedan - 6P	$2,595/$2,715	3,350/3,535 lbs	Note 3
434/534	H43	4 dr Hardtop Sedan - 6P	$2,677/$2,796	3,385/3,555 lbs	Note 3
432/532	H23	2 dr Hardtop Coupe - 6P	$2,618/$2,737	3,325/3,520 lbs	Note 3
435/535	H27	2 dr Convertible - 6P	$2,988	3,580 lbs	Note 3

Note:

1. A total of 66,100 were Senecas. Individaul breakdowns are not available.
2. A total of 38,600 were Pioneers. Individaul breakdowns are not available.
3. A total of 37,300 were Phoenixs. Individaul breakdowns are not available.

Side Note:

In 1961, Dodge built 20,625 two-door sedans; 97,201 four-door sedans; 22,156 two-door hardtops; 9,665 four-door hardtops; 4,361 convertibles; 20,697 six-passenger station wagons; 7,005 nine-passenger station wagons. No individual breakdowns are available for body styles.

Chassis Specifications

Model	Wheelbase	Overall Length	Width	Front Track	Rear Track	Tires
Dart	118 in	209.4 in	78.7 in	-	-	7.00 x 14
Dart Station Wagon	122 in	214.8 in	78.7 in	-	-	8.00 x 14

1961 Dodge VIN Decoding

Serial Numbers were stamped on a metal plate on the left front door body hinge post.

First Symbol - Model/Engine
4 = Dart - six cylinder	7 = Lancer - six cylinder
5 = Dodge - V8

Second Symbol - Series
1 = Seneca/Lancer 170	6 = Pioneer station wagon
2 = Pioneer	7 = Polara station wagon
3 = Phoenix/Lancer 770	8 = Taxicab
4 = Polara	9 = Police Special
5 = Seneca/ Lancer 170 Station Wagon	0 = Fleet car

Third Symbol - Year

1 = 1961