1972 Dodge Dart Swinger review from North America
"A desirable budget collectible that can be used as a reliable daily driver"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The cylinder head was cracked and exhaust guides badly worn.
General comments?
This is a sleek 2-door hardtop with a reasonably economical drivetrain. Even with engine damage, it never failed to start and get me from Point A to Point B. The 4-wheel drum brakes are not acceptable for use on modern roads, but the front brakes can be converted to discs. Handling is excellent for a car of this era. Controls are simple, but functional, and the A/C is powerful and efficient. The Slant Six is in general, an extremely durable engine; someone must have driven my engine with a severely overheated condition, because Slant Sixes can be driven for hundreds of thousands of miles without major repairs.
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| A budget classic |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 225 slant six Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 70000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 84000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Sprint |
| Date of Entry | 20th December, 2003 |