History
At the heart of this Dodge is the left-over components from a hot-rod build. The original roadster was last used in a centenary celebration for the Salt Ash community in the 1970's before being stripped down for restoration. The project was passed from father to son and the restoration turned to modification.
I collected the running gear, gauges and lights in 2020. With time on my hands, I set to and got the old motor running just sitting on the floor. The wooden wheels were in excellent condition, so I thought what the heck, I'll put this car back together. Fortunately, coming from a family who have collected Dodge cars for years, there was a spare chassis and suitable panels at the farm.
I have put this car together to demonstrate the "dependability of the dodge motor car and show people that you do not need to spend a fortune to get into the game. Many wearing components have been rebuilt including brakes, shackles and the front axle however the aim was to retain the patina and keep the cost low.
This vehicle turns heads in a way unlike any restored vehicle I have driven. Despite its looks, she runs and handles like a dream and never fails to put a smile on my face. A truly worthwhile endeavour.
Modifications
Originally, much of this car was a roadster. The buckboard body was built to resemble a common period modification which a lot of vintage cars of this era underwent.
