408-Powered 1968 Dodge Dart GT Four-Speed

Description

The 1967 Dodge Dart line ranged from affordable family sedans to all-out drag racing machines, all wearing new squared-off styling resembling the more expensive Charger. Apart from the station wagons which were dropped, the model lineup remained the same – consisting of the entry-level 170, the mid-range 270, and top-of-the-line Dart GT in two-door hardtop and convertible body styles.  The GT was equipped as standard with bucket seats, a padded dash, and full wheel covers before buyers made their selections from the plethora of performance and convenience options. The ever-growing V8 engine choices were joined by the 340 or optional 380-powered GTS in late 1967, limited-production Hurst-built 426 Hemi V8s in 1968, and the 1969-only 440 big-block V8. The extreme popularity and rarity of these engines has meant that many Darts have been resto-modded with larger engines and other performance modifications. This particular 1968 Dodge Dart GT has been fitted with a 408 cu-in V8 among several other modifications under previous ownership, offering the opportunity to enjoy this fine example of 1960s Detroit muscle on a cruise or at the drag strip.  

Highlights 

• 408 cu-in V8 said to produce 425 horsepower, dressed as a 340 cu-in unit 

• Four-speed manual transmission shifted via a floor-mounted Hurst shifter 

• A new Holley 650 CFM carburetor, distributor, and fuel pump were installed in December 2020 as per the consignor 

• TTI headers and Dynomax dual exhaust  

• 8.75 Posi-Traction rear end 

• Power-assisted drum brakes 

• Body-color 14-inch wheels with Fratzog-branded “dog dish” wheel covers 

• Dark green exterior with a black vinyl top over a black vinyl interior 

• This 1968 Dodge Dart GT is offered with the five-digit odometer currently showing just 55,065 miles at the time of listing; however, the true mileage is unknown 

Features 

• Chrome bumpers, front and rear 

• Round side marker lights 

• Pivoting vent windows 

• Manually operated windows 

• Dash-mounted tachometer  

• Under-dash-mounted oil pressure, water temperature, and voltmeter gauge pack 

• Dual sun visors 

• Dome light 

• Center console 

• Three-spoke steering wheel 

• Front bucket seats  

• Rear bench seat 

• Lap seatbelts  

• Padded vinyl dashboard 

• Aftermarket Pioneer stereo with aftermarket speakers installed in the rear package tray 

• Heater/defroster 

• Carpeting, front and rear 

• Rubber floor mats 

• Cigarette lighter 

• Locking glove box 

• Concave rear glass 

• Independent front torsion bars 

• Rear leaf springs 

Known Imperfections 

• Stereo is inoperative 

• Peeling clearcoat on the passenger side fender and both rear quarter panels 

• Minor dents in the rear chrome trunk lid trim 

• Undercarriage shows some patina 

Included 

• Spare wheel and tire 

• Jack 

• Two sets of keys 

• Assorted invoices and receipts 

Ownership History

The consignor reports acquiring this 1968 Dodge Dart GT in November 2020 at 54,464 miles.