Dodge Polara 440
The Dodge Polara is a car that was introduced in the United States for the 1960 model year as Dodge's top model in the large car segment. Following the introduction of the Dodge Custom 880 in 1962, the name Polara indicated a step down from Dodge's most luxurious model; the Polara was downsized that year to what was effectively a mid-size car. In its various versions, the name Polara was used by Dodge until 1973, when its position in the Dodge lineup was taken over by the Dodge Monaco. The name Polara refers to the Polaris star, a marketing ploy to capitalize on the excitement surrounding the space race in the early 60s. For the 1965 model year, Chrysler placed the Polara back on the Chrysler C-platform, which was shared with Chrysler and Plymouth models. The Polara, which was once again offered in a full range of body styles (sedans, hardtops, station wagons, etc.), effectively replaced the 880 and remained a step below the Custom 880.
The Dodge Polara is a car that was introduced in the United States for the 1960 model year as Dodge's top model in the large car segment. Following the introduction of the Dodge Custom 880 in 1962, the name Polara indicated a step down from Dodge's most luxurious model; the Polara was downsized that year to what was effectively a mid-size car. In its various versions, the name Polara was used by Dodge until 1973, when its position in the Dodge lineup was taken over by the Dodge Monaco.
The name Polara refers to the Polaris star, a marketing ploy to capitalize on the excitement surrounding the space race in the early 60s.
For the 1965 model year, Chrysler placed the Polara back on the Chrysler C-platform, which was shared with Chrysler and Plymouth models. The Polara, which was once again offered in a full range of body styles (sedans, hardtops, station wagons, etc.), effectively replaced the 880 and remained a step below the Custom 880. The earlier mid-size Dodges sold under the names Polara 500, Polara, 440, and 330 remained in production under the name Dodge Coronet, with their wheelbase reduced to 117 inches (2972 mm). These Polaras were criticized for their high fuel economy; owners of cars with a displacement of 383 cu in (6,3 L) averaged 13,8 mpg-US (17,0 L/100 km; 16,6 mpg-imp).[6]
In the 1966 model year, the Monaco replaced the Custom 880 as the mid-size model, while a new Monaco 500 replaced the 1965 Monaco. The 1967 models received a facelift, and the hardtop coupe gained a semi-fastback roofline with a slanted rear quarter window. The 1967 models featured a new, government-mandated safety package that included an energy-absorbing steering column and safety steering wheel, less obtrusive dashboard controls, more interior trim, and a dual-circuit brake master cylinder. The 1968 model year added front shoulder belts and side marker lights to the 1967 safety features.
A constant throughout the 1965 through 1968 models was the angular styling, which was updated each model year. From 1965 through 1970, the Polara was the only full-size Dodge available as a convertible in the US.
The Dodge Polara presented here has been completely restored. Under the hood, we see the 440 CI, or 7.2 L, engine with approximately 380 hp, which runs beautifully and has a powerful response. The interior is also fantastic. It's a damage-free car. The roof is beautiful, as is the entire car. A fantastic convertible for a summer day. Come visit our showroom and take a look at this Dodge Polara, and I'm sure you'll fall in love with the sound of this American car.