1974 Dodge Dart Swinger Hardtop

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE 

Out of a combination of a lifelong automotive passion and an unyielding desire to support the people of his Alabama community, the Generous Collection was born. Mr. Greg Rusk, a successful business leader in the cardboard industry, with a big heart for helping families and friends in times of need, would regularly pay overly generous fees to acquire an interesting vehicle. After decades of collecting and supporting local automotive enthusiasts, the Rusk family is ready for these vehicles, each with their own story, to write their next chapter back on the road, where they belong. 

The Generous Collection debuts with Part 1 offering over 200 cars in October, all offered without reserve, emerging from years of long-term silent storage. Many additional lots will be offered in the coming months. From the quiet shadows of the Generous Collection to the sunshine of backroads and highways, enthusiasts now have the opportunity to own a piece of a generous car-collecting legacy. 

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The 1974 Dodge Dart Swinger was part of Dodge’s compact Dart lineup, which had been a staple of Chrysler’s offerings since 1963. By 1974, the Dart had undergone several updates, and the Swinger trim — introduced in 1969 — was positioned as a sporty yet affordable two-door hardtop. 

The 1974 model year marked the final appearance of the Swinger nameplate on the Dart. It featured revised front and rear styling, including federally mandated 5-mph bumpers, which added weight and slightly altered the car’s proportions. Despite these changes, the Swinger retained its clean lines and compact dimensions, making it a popular choice among budget-conscious buyers. 

Under the hood, the Dart Swinger offered a range of engines, from the economical 225 cubic-inch Slant-Six to the more powerful 318 and 360 V8s. These options gave buyers flexibility in balancing performance and fuel economy, which was increasingly important during the 1973-74 oil crisis. 

The 1974 Dart Swinger was praised for its reliability, simplicity, and value. Though it lacked the flash of Dodge’s muscle cars, it earned a loyal following. After 1974, the Swinger name was dropped, and the Dart lineup continued with other trims until its discontinuation in 1976. 

Highlights 

• Offered from The Generous Collection 

• Finished in Yellow Blaze (Y5) paint with a black vinyl top over yellow vinyl interior 

• 225 cu-in Slant-Six  

• Three-speed automatic transmission 

• The chassis number (LH23C4B347279) decodes as: 

  • L – Dodge Dart 

  • H – Price Class: High 

  • 23 – 2-door hardtop 

  • C – 225 cu-in Slant-6, 1-barrel carb 

  • 4 – 1974 model year 

  • B – Hamtramck (Michigan) assembly plant 

  • 347279 – Sequential production number 

Features 

• Swinger badging on front fenders  

• Woodgrain dash and door trim 

• Power steering 

• Air conditioning 

• Chrysler Solid State AM radio 

• Front disc, rear drum brakes 

• Uniroyal Tiger Paw P215/70R14 tires 

Known Imperfections 

• While reasonable efforts were made during preparation for the sale, due to the volume of cars in this collection it was not possible to diagnose or detect all imperfections present in the cars. 

• Paint chips 

• Glue residue on passenger rear fender where window and top meet 

• Pitting on chrome 

• Rear Dodge lettering is worn and faded 

• Wood door trim is worn, and chrome trim is missing around interior door handles 

• Finish has worn off glovebox door, and actual "box" is missing 

• Corrosion in engine bay and trunk 

Ownership History 

This 1974 Dodge Dart Swinger is offered from The Generous Collection of no reserve automobiles. 

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: Ramsey Potts Phone: 912.508.4096 email: rpotts@hagerty.com

Alabama Sales Tax Notice to Bidders: Because this car is located in Alabama, the selling dealer may be required to collect and remit Alabama state sales taxes of up to 2% of the purchase amount, even if the buyer plans to register the car outside of Alabama, if (a) the buyer is located in AZ, CA, FL, IN, MA, MI, or SC (capped at $500 in SC), and (b) the buyer does not transport the car out of Alabama using a common carrier (e.g., if the buyer drives the car or transports the car out of Alabama on a personal trailer). Additionally, the selling dealer may be required to collect and remit Alabama county or city taxes from buyers located outside of Alabama, if (a) the buyer does not transport the car out of Alabama using a common carrier (e.g., if the buyer drives or transports the car out of Alabama on a personal trailer), and (b) the buyer fails to provide an executed Drive-Out Certificate for Nonresidents. For additional information, please consult this publication and your own tax advisor regarding sales taxes applicable to cars located in Alabama that are sold to residents of another state

Please note that all lots in The Generous Collection are offered after many years of storage, without operation or service, in warehouse facilities. The seller endeavored to provide limited mechanical servicing to bring some cars back to running potential, however, not all cars will be running at time of sale. Because of the extended static display, it must be assumed that all cars will require additional mechanical attention before being driven safely and, in most cases, cleaning to both the interiors and exteriors. All the cars will have imperfections associated with long-term static storage and require extensive sorting to perform best and safely. The burden of determining a car’s status, both mechanical and cosmetic, rests fully on the bidder, prior to bidding and the close of the auction. All lots are sold as is, where is. 

Additionally, due to the location of the collection and limited access to the facility following the close of the auction, all lots must be retrieved while a Hagerty Marketplace representative is onsite beginning Monday, November 3 through Wednesday, November 19. No cars can be retrieved prior to November 3 and any lots remaining after November 19 will be re-located outside in the parking lot for retrieval by their buyers.