1953 Dodge Coronet HEMI V8. Restored! Sale Benefits NWVCMM. See VIDEO

Description for Dodge Coronet 1953

1953 Dodge Coronet HEMI V8. Restored! Sale Benefits NWVCMM. See VIDEO 1953 Dodge Coronet HEMI V8 SedanListed on behalf of the NW Vintage Car & Motorcycle Museum in Brooks. Oregon. The Coronet was Dodge's top-of-the-line offering for 1953. This particular car carries the legendary "Red Ram" HEMI V8. which generated a whopping 40 extra horsepower than the standard Dodge flathead 6. In fact. in September of 1953. a Dodge Hemi set 196 AAA stock car speed records at Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah. Economical as well as powerful. the Dodge V8 also topped all other American eights in the Mobilgas Economy Run. Truly the best of both worlds: power and economy!This car received a full frame-off restoration in 2009. Every detail was addressed to make it great looking and driving car. Laser-straight body was stripped to bare metal and painted in correct 1953 Dodge combination of Esquire Red body and Shoreham Ivory top. A sporty combination that really stands out. All trim was polished and re-plated. The car has excellent panel fit and finish. Please see photos. The interior was fully reupholstered in period style with modern materials. Seat belts were added. Includes spare tire. jack and a TRUNK FULL of spare parts. Please see photo. Mechanically. this car is a standout. The Red Ram Hemi was completely rebuilt. Upgraded to 12 volt electrical for fast starts and modern convenience. All gauges restored and function correctly. Alternator added to assure bright lights and fast charging at all speeds. The two-speed "Gyro-Matic" Fluid Drive (semi-automatic) transmission was rebuilt and shifts well. Brakes stop the car smooth and straight. This car has great power on the road and is a real pleasure to drive. SEE VIDEO. Since restoration. it has traveled just 180 miles. It is being offered for sale by the Northwest Vintage Car and Motorcycle Museum to raise funds for expansion of their museum in Brooks. Oregon (near Salem. ) The museum is a 501 c3 non-profit organization. For details about the museum's mission and programs. go to: www. NWCarAndCycle. com. The winning bidder may be able to deduct a portion of the purchase price (above fair market value) as a donation to the museum. Please consult your tax advisor. A reasonable reserve has been placed on this car. WELL BELOW THE RESTORATION COSTS. Please bid accordingly and remember that your purchase of the car will benefit the museum and their programs for youth and the perpetuation of the old car hobby. WE WILL HAPPILY SELL TO BIDDERS. WORLDWIDE. Thanks for looking and GOOD LUCK!If the video link below is inactive. please go to: https://youtu. be/IboHAir3WyY We gladly sell to buyers WORLDWIDE. Winning bidder please contact us within 24 hours of auction close. A deposit of $2000 is due via PayPal at that time. Vehicle deposits are non-refundable. per PayPal and eBay policy. Balance due in certified U. S. funds via bank wire transfer within 7 days of auction close. We do not accept overseas bank drafts or cashier's checks. Vehicle has a clear title and is being sold by the owner. with our assistance. Please call David at 503-309-7729 between 9am and 9pm Pacific Time with any questions. Thank you. Shipping is the responsibility of the buyer and not included in the auction price. Vehicle must be picked up within 14 days of payment. unless other arrangements have been made. Note that vehicle will be shipping from the Portland. Oregon area (Northwest coast of the U. S. between Seattle and San Francisco) with easy access to interstate highways (I-5: north-south. and I-84 east). We will gladly assist your carrier with loading. Please ask all questions before bidding. Your personal inspection is invited before the close of the auction. Only you know if the vehicle is right for you. All descriptions are based upon information provided by the seller and our own personal inspection of the vehicle. Obviously. with any collector vehicle there are internal areas that cannot be inspected. but the description is based upon the seller's representations and our observation of the vehicle. For that reason. the vehicle in this listing is being sold "as-is" with no warranties of any kind expressed or implied. Mileage listed is that showing on the odometer and unless otherwise noted. cannot be verified due to the age of the vehicle. Mileage of vehicles over 10 years old is considered "exempt" by the State of Oregon Department of Motor Vehicles. By participating in this auction. the bidder agrees to these terms. Charvet Classic Cars assists sellers (all of whom are my personal friends) to find new appreciative homes for their special vehicles. I personally inspect each vehicle. I take the photographs and videos personally. It allows me to represent the vehicle accurately and answer any questions you may have about it. I have been an eBay seller with 100% positive feedback since 1998. and involved with classic cars for many years. I like these cars as much as you do! If you e-mail or call with questions. you will receive my personal attention and knowledge to help you make an informed decision. State of Oregon Dealer #DA4114. Licensed. Bonded. Insured. Thank you - David Charvet You may e-mail by asking a question through the eBay site. or call David Charvet at 503-309-7729 between 9am and 9pm Pacific Time.