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Virgil Exner, who had left Raymond Loewy's design firm in 1949, became Chrysler's head of advanced styling. Under his guidance, Chrysler would excel in the post war market. It was his 'Forward Look' designs of the mid-1950s that were of particular genius and distinguishing them considerably from other cars on the road.
Dodge shared their basic body design and layout with Plymouth, though they rode on a longer 120-inch wheelbase. They were offered with a multitude of color schemes that clearly distinguished them from the Dodge line.
This 1955 Dodge Custom Royal Lander Two-Door Hardtop is painted in a three-tone color scheme and is mostly an original car. It has had only one repaint to date. It is well equipped with chrome-plate bumper guards, dual rearview mirrors, and whitewall tires and 'spinner' hubcaps.
The interior has black and white vinyl upholstery, original carpeting, an AM radio, power steering and power brakes. Mounted under the hood is a 270 cubic-inch 'Red Ram' V8 engine capable of producing 193 horsepower. There is an optional two-speed PowerFlite automatic gearbox, four-wheel hydraulic brakes, and a Flowmaster dual exhaust system.
In 2008, this car was brought to the 2nd Annual Vintage Motor Cars of Hershey presented by RM Auctions where it was estimated to sell for $25,000-$35,000. It was offered without reserve. As bidding came to a close, the lot had been sold for a high-bid of $12,100 including buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2008
Dodge shared their basic body design and layout with Plymouth, though they rode on a longer 120-inch wheelbase. They were offered with a multitude of color schemes that clearly distinguished them from the Dodge line.
This 1955 Dodge Custom Royal Lander Two-Door Hardtop is painted in a three-tone color scheme and is mostly an original car. It has had only one repaint to date. It is well equipped with chrome-plate bumper guards, dual rearview mirrors, and whitewall tires and 'spinner' hubcaps.
The interior has black and white vinyl upholstery, original carpeting, an AM radio, power steering and power brakes. Mounted under the hood is a 270 cubic-inch 'Red Ram' V8 engine capable of producing 193 horsepower. There is an optional two-speed PowerFlite automatic gearbox, four-wheel hydraulic brakes, and a Flowmaster dual exhaust system.
In 2008, this car was brought to the 2nd Annual Vintage Motor Cars of Hershey presented by RM Auctions where it was estimated to sell for $25,000-$35,000. It was offered without reserve. As bidding came to a close, the lot had been sold for a high-bid of $12,100 including buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2008
2008 Vintage Motor Cars of Hershey by RM Auctions
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $25,000-USD $35,000
Sale Price :
USD $12,100
1955 Dodge Custom Royal Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Dodge Custom Royal
(Data based on Model Year 1955 sales)
1955 DODGE ROYAL LANCER CUSTOM COUPE Chassis#: 34966242 Sold for USD$22,000 2024 Barrett-Jackson : Palm Beach | |
1955 DODGE CUSTOM ROYAL LANCER Chassis#: 34743540 Sold for USD$18,700 2024 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale AZ | |
1955 Dodge Custom Royal Sedan Chassis#: 34784972 Sold for USD$7,700 2021 RM Auctions : Auburn Fall | |
1955 Dodge Custom Royal Lancer HP2 Hardtop Coupe Chassis#: 34928027 Sold for USD$19,800 2021 RM Auctions : Auburn Fall | |
1955 Dodge Royal Lancer Convertible Chassis#: 34890530 Sold for USD$22,000 2020 RM Sothebys : Auburn Fall Auction | |
1955 Dodge Custom Royal Chassis#: 34834411 Sold for USD$18,700 2018 RM Auctions : Auburn Fall | |
1955 Dodge Royal Lancer Convertible Chassis#: 34845128 Sold for USD$35,750 2018 RM Sothebys : Auburn Spring | |
1955 DODGE ROYAL LANCER CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: 34932704 Sold for USD$77,000 2018 Barrett-Jackson : Palm Beach | |
1955 Dodge Custom Royal Lancer Coupe Chassis#: 34833524 Sold for USD$24,200 2017 The Auburn Auction : Worldwide Auctioneers | |
1955 Dodge Custom Royal Lancer Sold for USD$12,000 2017 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
1955 Dodge Custom Royal Lancer Two-Door Hardtop Sold for USD$35,750 2016 Auctions America : Auburn Fall | |
1955 Dodge Custom Royal Lancer Two-Door Hardtop Sold for USD$31,900 2016 Auctions America : Auburn Fall | |
1955 Dodge Custom Royal Lancer Coupe Chassis#: 34918124 Sold for USD$23,100 2016 Worldwide Auctions - The Houston Classic | |
1955 Dodge Custom Royal Lancer La Femme Sold for USD$29,700 2015 Auctions America - California | |
1955 Dodge Royal Lancer Convertible Sold for USD$53,350 2015 Russo & Steele : Scottsdale | |
1955 Dodge Royale Lancer Custom Sold for USD$24,750 2014 Leake Auction : Dallas | |
1955 DODGE CUSTOM LANCER ROYAL CONVERTIBLE Sold for USD$43,000 2014 Mecum - Chicago | |
1955 Dodge Royal Lancer Convertible Sold for USD$80,300 2014 Auctions America : California | |
1955 DODGE CUSTOM ROYAL LANCER Sold for USD$13,650 2013 McCormick's - Palm Springs # 55 | |
1955 Dodge Custom Royal Lancer Sold for USD$17,750 2012 Mecum Auctions - Kissimmee Florida |
Dodge Custom Royals That Failed To Sell At Auction
1955 Dodge Custom Royal's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
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1955 Dodge Custom Royal Lancer andquot;La-Femmeandquot; | 2017 GAA : July | $34,000 | |||
1955 DODGE LANCER CUSTOM ROYAL | 2013 McCormick's Auction 54 Palm Springs | $17,000 | |||
1955 Dodge Custom Royal Lancer | 2010 Branson Auctions September 2010 | $16,750 | |||
1955 Dodge Royal Custom Two Door Hardtop | 2008 Leake Auctions Tulsa 36th Annual QuikTrip Center | $16,000 | |||
1955 Dodge Custom Royal Lancer | 2008 Mecum Muscle Cars & More Live TV Episode 5 | $16,000 | |||
1955 DODGE LANCER CONVERTIBLE | 2006 Palm Springs Exotic Car Auctions February 2526 | $29,000 |
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