NOT MINE 1070 Dodge Polara vert

[tbm3fan]

Up on Facebook one hour ago.

1970 Dodge Polara · Convertible · mileage unknown 1970 Dodge Polara 383 Convertible•••$15,000 obo•••I’m helping a close friend sell this beautiful classic. Her late husband purchased it before he passed, and while it’s been a tough decision, she’s ready to let it go. We believe she is the third owner. The car has been parked under a cover for the last five years. Located in Santa Cruz, CA. Clean title in hand. We’re motivated sellers and are very willing to work with any serious potential buyers. Details: • 1970 Dodge Polara Convertible • 383 cubic inch V8 (2-barrel carburetor) • 3-speed automatic transmission • Power steering • Power brakes • Power convertible top • All electrical components are functional, including: • Headlights, taillights, turn signals, backup lights • Heater • Cigarette lighter • Speedometer (although see note below) • Power top (video available)•Registered through December We believe the car is largely original and unmodified. Based on our research, Dodge produced only 844 Polara conv

No engine pictures and no data plate picture

1970 Dodge Polara

 

[68 4spd Fury]

That's a nice original, great color. I don't think I've ever seen the bronze for that year.

 

[crv]

Pretty sure we've seen this one before, this pic looks familiar:

@polara71?

 

[ayilar]

Pretty sure we've seen this one before, this pic looks familiar:
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@polara71?

Are you referring to DL27L0D182194 ? That would be my bet as well, as that car has moved from Ohio to California. Details match AFAICT, and indeed some of the photos are from the time when this 'vert was for sale in Ohio.

 

[polara71]

Didn't we determine this car to have some body issues and a repaint ?

 

[crv]

Are you referring to DL27L0D182194 ? That would be my bet as well, as that car has moved from Ohio to California. Details match AFAICT, and indeed some of the photos are from the time when this 'vert was for sale in Ohio.

Yes, that's the one: NOT MINE - 1970 Polara Convertible.
From the old ad:

Description​

1970 Dodge Polara THIS AUCTION IS FOR A BEAUTIFUL EXTREMELY RARE (ONLY 842 PRODUCED) AND COLLECTIBLE 1970 DODGE POLARA CONVERTIBLE ALL ORIGINAL CAR. COMES WITH A 383 2 BARREL CARBURATOR WHICH WAS OFFERED AS AN OPTION, 3 SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION AND VERY FEW SURVIVORS ARE LEFT OUT THERE, THE POWER WHITE TOP, FACTORY ORIGINAL RADIO, MUSICAL HORN, AND ALL THE LIGHTS WORK AS THEY SHOULD ALONG WITH THE POWER STEERING, POWER BRAKES, DRIVES STRAIGHT, THE UNDERNEATH HAS BEEN UNDERCOATED AFTER ORIGINAL PURCHASE. THE CAR HAS NEW PLUG WIRES, NEWER WATER PUMP, NEW BELT, RADIATOR HOSE, FRESH OIL CHANGE AND IS READY TO GO WHEN YOU ARE. IT HAS BEEN GARAGE KEPT, WELL MAINTAINED AND APPRECIATED FROM AN OLDER LOCAL COUPLE.I BELIEVE ITS A ONE OWNER CAR BECAUSE THE TITLE WAS FROM 1973 WE RECEIVED BUT HE HAD MOVED HERE FROM ANOTHER STATE. JUST A GREAT SOLID CAR. MUST SEE THIS BEAUTY TO APPRECIATE IT. THIS IS A GREAT CAR TO TAKE TO CRUISE INS AND CAR SHOWS. THIS CAR IS FOR SALE LOCALLY UNTIL STARTING PRICE IS MET. FEEL FREE TO CALL/TEXT US WITH ANY QUESTIONS OR NEED ADDITIONAL PICTURES AT 937-304-4215.

 

[73Coupe]

"Musical horn" ... ?

 

[Samplingman]

"Musical horn" ... ?

Probably one of those Dixie Dukes of Hazard horns.

 

[hergfest]

Already shows sold. Someone will be disappointed if its that Ohio car.

 

[aaron72]

The ad has come back up as not sold.

 

[polara71]

The ad has come back up as not sold.

Likely the potential buyer put eyes on it and the price couldn't go low enough

 

[Olderthan1970]

Already shows sold. Someone will be disappointed if its that Ohio car.

Curious why you say someone will be disappointed?

 

[cuda hunter]

Curious why you say someone will be disappointed?

Click on Ayilar's link on post #4. Go through the past threads on this car and you will understand what the issues are on this specific car. There is a lot to read but it will explain itself. You might be amazed at the knowledge of these folks on this forum, I know I always impressed and value these guys opinions greatly on a daily basis.

 

[Olderthan1970]

Up on Facebook one hour ago.

1970 Dodge Polara · Convertible · mileage unknown 1970 Dodge Polara 383 Convertible•••$15,000 obo•••I’m helping a close friend sell this beautiful classic. Her late husband purchased it before he passed, and while it’s been a tough decision, she’s ready to let it go. We believe she is the third owner. The car has been parked under a cover for the last five years. Located in Santa Cruz, CA. Clean title in hand. We’re motivated sellers and are very willing to work with any serious potential buyers. Details: • 1970 Dodge Polara Convertible • 383 cubic inch V8 (2-barrel carburetor) • 3-speed automatic transmission • Power steering • Power brakes • Power convertible top • All electrical components are functional, including: • Headlights, taillights, turn signals, backup lights • Heater • Cigarette lighter • Speedometer (although see note below) • Power top (video available)•Registered through December We believe the car is largely original and unmodified. Based on our research, Dodge produced only 844 Polara conv

No engine pictures and no data plate picture

1970 Dodge Polara

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So this was my husband's. If you have questions, I'd be happy to answer to the best of my ability.

 

[ayilar]

So this was my husband's. If you have questions, I'd be happy to answer to the best of my ability.

Welcome to the forum. I am sorry for your loss, and wish you the best with the sale. The folks here are knowledgeable and can be pretty harsh in their judgements, but now that they know a (new) member is the seller I am hopeful that they will behave like gentlemen.

PS: I see that your FK5 Polara convertible is also listed on Craigslist, and there are more photos there Here they are for records:

 

[Olderthan1970]

Thank you, Ayilar. Yes, I was trying to parse out some of the comments like why someone would be disappointed in buying this car. My husband was a master ASE mechanic and very knowledgeable. He also had been watching this car for quite a while and bought it from the person who listed it here in California back in 2020. It isn't showroom quality and definitely can use some love but it is solid. Again, I'd be happy to answer any questions that anybody might have. I do also have a picture of the fender tag which I ran in a decoder last night. Not a lot of information came up except it did say white convertible top which it has.

 

[Samplingman]

@Olderthan1970, welcome to the forum. Sorry for your loss. We've lost some good members here recently as well. Good luck with the sale.

Other than a few cosmetic bits it looks like a solid purchase at $15k. I've looked through all the pics and other than the obvious nits with the repaint and snaps on the boot rail, I don't see any issues with the quarters, but of course an in person visual might reveal more. FWIW, you couldn't get a car to look like this for less than $15k and you'd have to do all the work yourself. Sounds like it wouldn't take much and you'd be cruising to local meets and having some fun in no time.

 

[ayilar]

Thank you, Ayilar. (...) I do also have a picture of the fender tag which I ran in a decoder last night. Not a lot of information came up except it did say white convertible top which it has.

Would love to get a current photo of the tag. Here's the decode I have made from a prior listing that had an older photo of the tag:

E61: 383 cid 2 barrel V8 290hp
D32: Heavy Duty Automatic Transmission

DL: Dodge Polara
27: Convertible

L: 383 290HP 1-2BBL 8 CYL
0: 1970
D: Belvidere, IL, USA

182194: Sequence number (VIN: DL27L0D182194 )

FK5: Dark Burnt Orange Metallic Exterior Color
L2X9: Trim - Low, Vinyl Bench Seat, Black
TX9: Black Int. Door Frames
C29: Scheduled Build Date: December 29, 1969
184944: Order number

V3W: White Convertible Top
G11: Tinted Glass (all)
M25: Wide sill moldings
M31: Belt Moldings
R11: Radio Solid State AM (2 Watts)
V01: Mono Tone Paint Treatment
V5X: Body Side Stripes, Black
Y05: Build to USA Specs
Y16: Sales bank
END: End of Sales Codes

 

[Olderthan1970]

Would love to get a current photo of the tag. Here's the decode I have made from a prior listing that had an older photo of the tag:

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E61: 383 cid 2 barrel V8 290hp
D32: Heavy Duty Automatic Transmission

DL: Dodge Polara
27: Convertible

L: 383 290HP 1-2BBL 8 CYL
0: 1970
D: Belvidere, IL, USA

182194: Sequence number (VIN: DL27L0D182194 )

FK5: Dark Burnt Orange Metallic Exterior Color
L2X9: Trim - Low, Vinyl Bench Seat, Black
TX9: Black Int. Door Frames
C29: Scheduled Build Date: December 29, 1969
184944: Order number

V3W: White Convertible Top
G11: Tinted Glass (all)
M25: Wide sill moldings
M31: Belt Moldings
R11: Radio Solid State AM (2 Watts)
V01: Mono Tone Paint Treatment
V5X: Body Side Stripes, Black
Y05: Build to USA Specs
Y16: Sales bank
END: End of Sales Codes

 

[Olderthan1970]

Would love to get a current photo of the tag. Here's the decode I have made from a prior listing that had an older photo of the tag:

View attachment 725389

E61: 383 cid 2 barrel V8 290hp
D32: Heavy Duty Automatic Transmission

DL: Dodge Polara
27: Convertible

L: 383 290HP 1-2BBL 8 CYL
0: 1970
D: Belvidere, IL, USA

182194: Sequence number (VIN: DL27L0D182194 )

FK5: Dark Burnt Orange Metallic Exterior Color
L2X9: Trim - Low, Vinyl Bench Seat, Black
TX9: Black Int. Door Frames
C29: Scheduled Build Date: December 29, 1969
184944: Order number

V3W: White Convertible Top
G11: Tinted Glass (all)
M25: Wide sill moldings
M31: Belt Moldings
R11: Radio Solid State AM (2 Watts)
V01: Mono Tone Paint Treatment
V5X: Body Side Stripes, Black
Y05: Build to USA Specs
Y16: Sales bank
END: End of Sales Codes