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1963 Dodge 440 - rocknrod
Owner:   rocknrod
Year: 1963
Make: Dodge
Model: 440
Est.Horsepower: 350
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About my 440

This Mopar was a one owner car when I found it in a garage with get this 8,200 miles on it. The origional owner died and it had been sitting high and dry under wraps litteraly for over 20 years. The Polyspherical Head 318 motor was re-worked but made to look right out of the factory. The interior was refinished as factory, even the door panels, the seat  material was gathered in Mo-Town from NOS material. My hot rod background couldnt resist the wheel change to American Torq Thrust 17 in front and 18's rear. Stopping comes from early 70's Mopar 11-3/4" front disc and 11x3" rear chrysler finned drum brakes (couldnt resist). Documentation from Chrysler Corp. The origional build sheets and a nod frfom Galens registry ensures the car is all there. So I tried not to change the ol-girl too much in respect for the origional owner who died babying the car herself.

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Darlenet
Darlenet | New User
Posts: 0 | Joined 08/24/08
Posted: 08/24/08 05:59 AM

BEAUTIFUL!!! I have the Canadian Model 440 with the buckets and console.. I believe we chatted before DD? Anyway I have it up for sale now on consignment with Eastwood Toy and Truck Centre in Winnipeg Manitoba.  It's sad that people confuse it with the Polara, cause it isn't getting the recognition it deserves!!!  Mostly original though, not quite as "HOTROD" as your car. NICE WORK  
smoooth
smoooth | New User
Posts: 0 | Joined 08/18/08
Posted: 08/18/08 10:33 AM

Froogy
If you're still looking for interior ideas drop me a note, I have an identical car that has a 90% original interior.
Does anyone know how to find out how many 63 Dodge 440 2dr ht's were made with 318, factory air, PS, auto and radio delete??

Smoooth
froggy2
froggy2 | New User
Posts: 0 | Joined 06/28/08
Posted: 06/28/08 07:02 PM

I have the same car in Albuquerque.  I am originally from Detroit and love 440s from '63.  I would like the owner to send me an e-mail so I can get some upholstery ideas.  Thanks,
froggy in ABQ
emml55
emml55 | New User
Posts: 0 | Joined 05/08/08
Posted: 05/08/08 02:06 PM

rocknrod:
You have done a super job on this car. I had one identical to it in the 70's, but mine was black w/white seats which I replaced w/black seats. I must not forget the Mickey Thompson tires w/chrome reverse wheels! I loved it. I often fantasize about buying another one that is fully restored and in as beautiful condition as yours. Let me know if you ever decide to sell her! She's a beauty!

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