Chassis Number: WO51252075
Chrysler allowed the development of its Hemi engine for one real purpose: to win races. However, NASCAR in 1964 decided that Chrysler’s engine was not acceptable on its racetracks. Plan B was to build a factory car that would dominate the stock classes in NHRA-sanctioned drag racing. Thus was born the era of “A990” Super Stock cars. A total of just 102 Plymouth Belvederes were produced and only 101 Dodge Coronets, one of which we are honored to offer. This is one of those very special Super Stock Dodge Coronets that has been carefully inspected and restored to its original configuration. According to the original fender tag, it was painted white at the Lynch Road factory. The serial number starting with “WO” was used only on the Super Stock cars; it is a badge of honor. Close inspection of this Dodge will find that mounting holes under the hood for the battery were never used; same for splash guards and sill plates. Amazingly, this car was never tubbed-out or altered and retains all of its factory body panels, glass, radiator, exhaust system and even the muffler. The Hemi engine is date-code correct and was completely rebuilt by Wheeler Racing Engines of Minneapolis. Many original items remain, such as the Prestolite ignition and original steel headers, which have been restored. Both the 727 TorqueFlite transmission and rear axle are original to this car. Because this car was not meant to be used on public roadways, it was never registered. As a result, the original Manufacturer’s Statement of Origin, or MSO, is included, as will be the original bill of sale dated April 16, 1965. Of the 101 Dodge Coronet Super Stocks produced, only a handful have survived. It is believed that this example is the most factory-correct restoration and would be the centerpiece of any performance-oriented collection.
