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1969 Dodge Coronet R/t Convertible on 2040-cars

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1969 Dodge Coronet R/T Convertible.  Long term restoration, with great care given to detail. This is a tribute car and not numbers matching.

This car started as a 69 Coronet 500 Convertible. Ground up restoration date correct tribute.

This tribute has a 69 Dodge Coronet correct paint color of T5 Copper with clear coat.  Paint is in new excellent condition. 
(Only two spot, one below the drivers wiper are two small paint chips where wiper hit when installing and other next to trunk, a small stress crack.  Have pictures of both if requested).

Car has a 6 pack lift off hood.

Engine is a date correct (69) 440.  All hoses and parts are date correct.  Engine was rebuilt to factory (375hp) specifications with ARP bolts. New Edelbrock 4bbl carburetor, but does come with the date correct Carter carburetor. Engine runs and pulls great.

All components in the engine bay are new/rebuilt and most are date correct, from radiator to wiper motor.

Transmission is a date correct (69) 727 Torqueflite. Was rebuilt by a local reputable transmission shop.

Rear end is an 8 3/4 3.91 sure grip.

New Master cylinder, front disk brakes and 11" rear drum brakes.

Interior is new and restored with date correct style seat covers, carpet and door panels.

New Convertible top.

Most of the chrome has been re-chromed or new (bumpers) and looks awesome.

I have attached pictures and videos.  Please let me know if you request any additional info.

This car is for sale locally, so if the price is right, the auction can end early.

Selling at Low Reserve as I need to make space in the garage for other projects.

Here is a video from the exhaust (stock exhaust/mufflers):

Here is a video of car from all sides:

Here is a video taking the top down:

Here is a video taking the car for a short drive:

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