Dodge introduced a slightly smaller line of cars for the 1960 model year in preparation for the demise of the DeSoto marque. Their Dart model rested on a short 118-inch wheelbase and was four inches shorter than the larger Dodge. Standard Dodge models came equipped with the 361 CID V8 as standard, however, the new Dart was powered by the 225 CID 'Slant Six.' For 1961, the Dart was given a styling update which included reverse-slanting fins in the rear. In the front, the concave grille extended the entire width of the vehicle, with quad headlights set at either end. In the center, just above the grille, was the Dodge name in block letters.
Phoenix Convertible
Chassis #: 5316185175
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Auction entries : 1Dodge offered three versions of the Dart for 1961, consisting of the Dart Seneca, the Dart Pioneer, and the Dart Phoenix. The Seneca was the base level Dart and came equipped with chrome rear window moldings and windshield, and a single chrome stripe that traveled along the top of the fin. The Seneca name could be found directly below the fins. Inside, the Seneca was given front armrests, sun visors, turn signals, and electric windshield wipers. Bodystyles included a 2- and 4-door sedan along with a station wagon. Dodge produced 66,100 examples of the Seneca passenger car during the 1961 model year. The intermediate Dodge Dart model was the Pioneer which was given all the features found on the Seneca plus rear armrests, front foam cushion, and cigarette lighter. Body styles included a 2- and 4-door sedan, a hardtop coupe, and a 6- and 9-passenger Station Wagon. The 'Pioneer' name could be found in script at the rear of the rear fender fins.The top trim level on the Dart was the Phoenix. It had all of the features found on the other two Dart models plus exterior moldings, custom interior upholstery, additional trim, and back-up lights.
Phoenix Convertible
View info and historyDodge produced 37,300 Phoenixes and 38,600 examples of the Pioneer for 1961.
by Daniel Vaughan | Mar 2014
Phoenix Convertible
Chassis #: 5316185175
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Phoenix Convertible
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by Daniel Vaughan | Mar 2014
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The Dodge Dart was first introduced as a show-car in 1956 and became a production model in 1960. Sitting atop a 118-inch wheelbase the Dart was not the largest in the fleet but was considered by many as a small, full-size vehicle. When production began the Dart was available in three body styles, the Seneca, Pioneer, and Phoenix. The Seneca was the base model, the Phoenix was the premium and the Pioneer....
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Dart Specification Comparison by Year
Year
Production
Wheelbase
Engine
Prices
70,700
118.00 in.
6 cyl., 225.00 CID., 145.00hp
8 cyl., 318.00 CID., 230.00hp
8 cyl., 361.00 CID., 295.00hp
8 cyl., 381.00 CID., 320.00hp
8 cyl., 318.00 CID., 230.00hp
8 cyl., 361.00 CID., 295.00hp
8 cyl., 381.00 CID., 320.00hp
$2,600 - $2,870
142,000
118.00 in., 122.00 in.
6 cyl., 170.00 CID., 101.00hp
6 cyl., 225.00 CID., 145.00hp
6 cyl., 225.00 CID., 195.00hp
8 cyl., 318.00 CID., 230.00hp
8 cyl., 361.00 CID., 265.00hp
8 cyl., 383.00 CID., 325.00hp
6 cyl., 225.00 CID., 145.00hp
6 cyl., 225.00 CID., 195.00hp
8 cyl., 318.00 CID., 230.00hp
8 cyl., 361.00 CID., 265.00hp
8 cyl., 383.00 CID., 325.00hp
$2,275 - $2,995
111,500
116.00 in., 166.00 in.
6 cyl., 170.00 CID., 101.00hp
6 cyl., 225.00 CID., 145.00hp
6 cyl., 225.00 CID., 195.00hp
8 cyl., 318.00 CID., 230.00hp
8 cyl., 318.00 CID., 260.00hp
6 cyl., 225.00 CID., 145.00hp
6 cyl., 225.00 CID., 195.00hp
8 cyl., 318.00 CID., 230.00hp
8 cyl., 318.00 CID., 260.00hp
$2,240 - $3,090
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