1971 Dodge Polara, 4-door sedan, 383 cu. in.V-8 engine, 3-speed automatic transmission, 53,425 miles, black & white exterior color w/tan color vinyl/cloth interior and black rubber mat floor covering, original factory A/C car, power steering, power brakes w/front disc, original California car. I have owned the car for many years as did a friend of mine for years before that. At what point the car was outfitted with the police appearance and equipment package or its history of original use as a municipal vehicle, is unknown. No documentation is available or implications being made that it is an original California Highway Patrol (CHP) car.
The car is in beautiful condition though, dutifully garaged and taken out only in nice weather, well maintained and an unbelievable attention getter. The car was professionally repainted many years ago and still possesses a great appearance like you would expect from a car that was used in service and not overly restored. The paint looks great on a clean, straight and what appears to be a zero rust body, shines nicely with very few noticeable blemishes (see pictures). The exterior door graphics are said to be original from CHP stock. The police equipment, siren, radio and radar, electronics, interior map and ticket lights, outside spot lights and rear shelf lights, and gun (was told the firing pin was removed), appear to be period correct. Fully functioning forward red and white spot lights with red and amber rear flashing deck lights, with a working siren. There is a hidden AM/FM/CD player and speakers. A Holley Sniper EFI kit with intake and electric fuel pump were added at a high cost to ensure optimal performance (original factory intake parts were saved and go with car purchase). The interior, trunk and engine areas are in nice condition (see pictures).
The mechanics of the car are in excellent condition. The car runs and drives nice and strong. Engine starts up quiet, shifts and drives great on local roads and at highway speeds. Tires are nice, dual exhaust has a rumble to it but not overly loud, chrome and stainless are in great condition. The underside of the car is solid and in excellent condition with older undercoating present.
No disappointments!
VIN# DE41L1D294037
D Dodge Polara-Monaco
E Economy Price Class
41 4-Door Sedan Body Type
L 383 1-2 Barrel (8 Cylinder) Engine
1 1971 Model Year
D Belvedere, IL Production Plant
294037 Sequence Number
$29,850
(412) 376-7295