After the economic downturn of 1958–59, Dodge production for 1960 rebounded to 367,804 cars, the division's highest total to date, and good for sixth place behind Chevrolet, Ford, Plymouth, Rambler, and Pontiac. Advertising from 19 compared the Dart to the "C" car ( Chevrolet), the "F" car ( Ford) and the "P" car (Plymouth). Sales of the new Dart were greater than those of the full-size Dodge Matador and Dodge Polara, which also created an in-house competitor for Plymouth. The 318 cu in (5.2 L) (standard equipment on certain Phoenix and Pioneer body styles) and 361 cu in (5.9 L) V8s were optional with two-barrel or four-barrel carburetors, and with single or dual exhaust. The new Dart came standard with a new engine, the 225 cu in (3.7 L) slant-six. The Dart line was offered in three trim levels: the basic Seneca, mid-range Pioneer, and premium Phoenix. However, the Dart station wagons used the same 122 in (3,099 mm) wheelbase as the upmarket Polara wagons. The Dart sedans and coupes were based on the unibody Plymouth platform with a 118 in (2,997 mm) wheelbase, shorter than the standard-size Dodge line. With the cancellation of Chrysler's upper level DeSoto brand, upper-level Dodge products were pushed upmarket, while using Plymouth products with more features for lower-level Dodge products. This was promptly rejected in favor of Dart. Project planners proposed the name Dart, only to have Chrysler executives demand an expensive research program that produced the name Zipp. Dodge dealers had been selling Plymouths since 1930, but divisional restructuring took the Plymouth brand away from the Dodge dealer network. They were downsized large cars developed to replace Plymouths in the standard, low-priced car segment for the Dodge dealer network. The first Dodge Darts were introduced for the 1960 model year. The Dart nameplate was resurrected for a Fiat-derived compact car that was introduced in 2012. The production Dodge Dart was introduced as a lower-priced full-size model in 19, but became a mid-size car for one model year for 1962, and was then reduced to a compact for two generations, from 1963 to 1976. Talbot Tagora (for Barreiros models/Spain)ĭodge Dart is a line of large passenger cars produced by Dodge from the 1959 to 1976 model years in North America, with production extended to later years in various other markets.Ĭhrysler first used 'Dart' name plates on two Italian styled show cars, in 19, before it became a Dodge model name. This Dart Swinger is more than just a car it's a piece of cultural history on wheels.Luxury car ( F-segment, for Spanish market) Its classic color combination, well-preserved interior, and robust V8 engine make it a prized possession for enthusiasts and collectors alike. The 1972 Dodge Dart Swinger stands as a timeless piece of automotive history, offering a glimpse into the stylish and distinctive designs of the 1970s. Service manuals, advertisements, owner's manual Original green cloth and vinyl bench seating Light Gold paint with green full vinyl top The car is fitted with a dual exhaust system featuring FlowMaster mufflers. The car's drivetrain is complemented by a 3-speed automatic transmission. Under the hood, this Swinger houses a 318 ci V8 2bbl engine, a standard yet reliable powertrain for the model. A working AM radio, factory hubcaps, and the premium detail of its upholstery, all preserving the essence of the 1970s. The interior, adorned in original green with luxury cloth and vinyl bench seats, mirrors the exterior's period-correct vibe. The hardtop coupe body style, true to the ""Swinger"" moniker, radiates classic charm. This particular model, in its original Light Gold color complemented by a green full vinyl top, is a testament to the era's color palette. This 1972 Dodge Dart Swinger, the final year of the close-fitting front bumper design, is a nostalgic return to the 1970s, exuding an era-specific coolness that is both unique and captivating.
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