1963 DODGE POLARA 500 CUSTOM

KEY FACTS

• A fantastic custom version of a lesser-seen American classic; transformed into a true Mopar muscle car.
• Under the hood is a 500ci (8.2L) V8 with Edelbrock RPM heads and Carter AFB carburetors, coupled to a close-ratio four-speed manual transmission.
• The seller states that it will currently run high 10s in the quarter mile, though should run low 9s with slick tires and a wheelie bar.
• It is located in and titled in California.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• Finished in glossy black paintwork, this Polara features an aftermarket hood scoop, quick-release hood pins, and 15-inch Weld Racing alloys wearing BFGoodrich Radial T/A tires.
• Inside, the cabin is trimmed with swatches of red vinyl with white piping, covering the seats, door panels, and dashboard top. There is red cloth for the headlining, and dark red carpets.
• Ahead of the driver, the steering wheel and dashboard instrument cluster both look original, while the aftermarket manual transmission is equipped with a Hurst shifter.
• There are aftermarket oil pressure and rev counter gauges.
• Its engine is a 500ci (8.2L) V8 with polished cross-ram intake, Edelbrock RPM heads, uprated cams and roller rockers, CP-Carrillo superlight pistons, an MSD ignition system, two Carter AFB 750cfm carburetors, and an improved fuel pump.
• The motor is coupled to a close-ratio four-speed manual gearbox with a 5000lb rated McLeod clutch, and a Mopar 742 case 8 3/4 inch rear end with 4.30 gear set.

CONDITION

• There is no known prior body damage.
• Its black paintwork appears to be in good condition overall, as illustrated in the photo gallery below. Some areas appear to have a slight ‘orange peel’ effect, which suggests at least partial resprayed sections in the past.
• In general, the interior is in very good order, with no damage to the red vinyl, and very few signs of wear. The door panels and headlining are also in great shape. The seller does note that the chrome coating on the instrument gauge cluster backing plate is flaking off, but this is a minor flaw.
• No electrical faults have been detected.
• The car was last serviced around 200 miles ago, which consisted of an engine oil change, inspection, and replacement of the bellhousing.

SUMMARY

This Dodge Polara 500 is an eye-catching classic coupe, which has been customized to become a powerful muscle car with a ‘sleeper’ appearance. Among the more common modified Mustangs and Camaros, this represents a slice of 1960s elegance with significantly upgraded mechanicals, which is bound to put a big smile on its next owner’s face.

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