1965 Dodge Coronet 500 Convertible

Description

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The 1965 Dodge Coronet 500 was a pivotal model in Dodge’s mid-size lineup, blending performance with upscale styling. Built on Chrysler’s B-body platform, it featured unibody construction and a torsion bar front and leaf spring rear suspension, offering a balance of comfort and handling.  The Coronet 500 was the top trim level, distinguished by bucket seats, a center console, and premium interior appointments.

The Coronet offered a range of engines, from the base 225 cu in slant-six to powerful V8s, with transmission options including a three-speed or four-speed manual or a three-speed TorqueFlite automatic.

The Coronet 500 was popular among enthusiasts for its blend of luxury and muscle, and it laid the groundwork for Dodge’s later performance models, including the legendary Charger. Its versatility made it a standout in the muscle car era.

This recently rebuilt 1965 Coronet 500 is finished in beautiful Ruby Red paint, wears a red interior, and is powered by a 383 cu-in V8 engine. And it’s even a convertible, of which there were only 3,168 original ones built that year.

Highlights 

• Stunning, rare Coronet 500 drop top 

• 383 cu-in V8 rated at 330 hp 

• Three-speed TorqueFlite automatic transmission 

• Finished in (TT1) Ruby Red with (P4R) Red vinyl bucket seat interior 

• Power brakes 

• Black power convertible top   

• The chassis number (W451164572) decodes as: 

  • W – Dodge V8 

  • 4 – Coronet 500 

  • 5 – 1965 

  • 1 – Lynch Road, Michigan assembly plant 

  • 164572 – Sequential production number 

Features 

• 15-inch Magnum 500 wheels wearing 225/75R15 Hankook tires 

• Four-barrel carburetor 

• Dual exhaust system 

• 120-mph speedometer, oil pressure, coolant temp, voltage, and fuel level gauges 

• Floor-mounted auto transmission console with storage compartment 

• Recent upgrades include:

  • Rebuilt original engine bored .030 over, with new pistons, cam, valve train, and oil pump, with hardened valve seats

  • Rebuilt original carb and radiator recored

  • New fuel tank, fuel pump, and lines

  • Restored original brake booster with new drums, shoes, cylinders, lines, and master cylinder

  • Rebuilt original transmission

  • Original driveshaft balanced with new U-joints

  • Rebuilt original rear end and axles

  • Rebuilt original alternator, power steering pump, steering box, and wiper motor

  • Complete rebuilt front and rear suspension

  • New factory style exhaust system

  • Rust-free original body stripped to bare metal, epoxy primed, and painted with base and clear to original color

  • Trunk well replaced with reproduction

  • Restored convertible frame, with new top, top boot, pump, cylinders, and lines

  • Original brightwork re-plated, polished, and chromed

  • Original side and vent glass, with new reproduction windshield

  • New weatherstripping and seals

  • New factory color interior

  • Rebuilt heat box assembly and restored heater temp control valve and heater control switch

  • Restored original radio with NOS speaker

  • Restored original steering wheel

  • NOS outside remote left side mirror

  • New reproduction taillight assemblies

  • Restored original jack assembly

Known Imperfections 

• This 1965 Dodge Coronet 500 presents as a finely restored example, and is said to be free from any major imperfections 

Included 

• Keys 

• Owner’s manual 

• Spare tire and jack 

Additional Notes

A Broad Arrow Auctions Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. Broad Arrow Auctions is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hagerty. Contact: Craig Zimmerman Phone: 586.707.5811 email: cszimmerman@hagerty.com