318ci OHV V8 Engine Single Carter Two-Barrel Carburetor 230bhp at 4,400rpm 3-Speed Automatic Transmission Independent Front Suspension - Live Rear Axle 4-Wheel Hydraulic Drum Brakes *Offered from the John White Ramshead Collection *Chic and stylish 1960s Dodge Dart Convertible in top-of-the-line Phoenix trim *Striking light blue metallic paint over two-tone white and blue interior *Beautifully restored condition inside and out DODGE IN 1960 After years of positioning itself as a mid-line brand, above entry-level Plymouth but below range-topping Chrysler, Dodge introduced a line of automobiles in 1960 to take on economy models from Ford, Chevrolet, and by default, Plymouth.

Economy didn't necessarily mean de-contented or underpowered, and Dodge's new Dart could be had in multiple trim levels with five different engine options.

Atop the list was the Dodge Dart Phoenix.

For consumers, there was much to like about the new-for-1960 Dodge Dart lineup.

Featuring styling by Virgil Exner, t...