A forgotten 1967 Dodge Coronet 440 convertible reappears near Portland, offering more rust than redemption for a budget price.
Time has not been kind to this 1967 Dodge Coronet 440 convertible, recently listed for sale near Portland after spending what appears to be decades sitting outdoors. Once a stylish mid-size cruiser from Dodge’s golden era, the Coronet now tells a story of neglect, corrosion, and long-forgotten highway miles.
The seller’s Craigslist listing describes the car as a complete but non-running project. The convertible still wears its factory body lines and trim, though years of exposure have left rust in nearly every panel. The floors, trunk, and even the dashboard show extensive deterioration. Despite its condition, the car moves freely and can be rolled onto a trailer, making transport at least possible for a determined buyer.
Under the hood, the news isn’t any better. Instead of the muscular 440 or legendary 426 Hemi engines that made the Coronet R/T famous, this example is fitted with a modest six-cylinder engine paired with a three-speed manual transmission. The engine is seized, and the seller confirms it does not run or drive.
The 1967 model year was a notable one for Dodge, marking the introduction of the Coronet R/T and solidifying the nameplate’s performance image. While Hemi-powered Coronets remain highly collectible, base models like this one—especially in such rough condition—are often considered parts donors rather than restoration candidates.
Surprisingly, the car appears mostly complete, with few major components missing, making it valuable to those restoring another Coronet. The seller’s asking price of $1,295 reflects the car’s poor mechanical and cosmetic state but leaves room for a creative buyer to either strip it for parts or take on an ambitious father-son restoration project.
Whether it finds a second life on the road or serves as a donor, this weary Coronet is a reminder that not every barn find hides a fairy-tale ending.
