1973 Dodge Dart Dodge "Sport" 340 review from North America
"A beast that got no respect!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Nothing major has ever gone wrong with the car. Had to replace oil pan and valve cover gaskets in 1997.
General comments?
Purchased this car new in Memphis Tn in the spring of 1973. Back in those days it was known as a "fast" car, but did not get the same respect as a Cuda or Challenger, but could easily blow the doors off a 1973 Corvette and other so called muscle cars of the period. I sold the car to my brother in 1982 and he had it under lock and key in a garage until I purchased it back from him in 1997. The car has the original paint which is chocolate brown with a black stripe down the side, it came from the factory with a functioning (Black) snorkel hood scoop, 4 speed transmission, posi-rear and a 340. I been told it is a rare car with less than 200 made like the one I own... I did have on offer of $18,000 from one fellow at a local car show, but refused. My son loves the car and one day it will be his, he remembers riding in it when he was a child. I am 64 now and would never sell the car it brings back memories of my youth.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model Year | 1973 |
| First year of ownership | 1973 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 340 Manual |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 6/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 900 miles |
| Most recent distance | 72000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Chevelle |
| Date of Entry | 8th October, 2007 |

