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440-POWERED 1948 DODGE BUSINESS COUPE

Highest Bid:
$15,000

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440-POWERED 1948 DODGE BUSINESS COUPE

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440-POWERED 1948 DODGE BUSINESS COUPE

High Bidder:  FenderBender

Highest Bid: $15,000 (USD)

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Location:

Anderson, California 96007

Seller:

Dealer

Engine:

440ci

Transmission:

Automatic

Odometer:

0 (Mi)

Chassis/VIN:

45038350

Carfax:

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Highest Bid: $15,000 (USD)

High Bidder:  FenderBender

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Location:

Anderson, California 96007

Seller:

Dealer

Engine:

440ci

Transmission:

Odometer:

0 (Mi)

Chassis/VIN:

45038350

Carfax:

Lot Number:

66924443

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Vehicle Story

OVERVIEW

This 1948 Dodge Business Coupe is powered by a 440ci V8 mated to a three-speed 727 TorqueFlite automatic transmission. Finished in white over a gray cloth and vinyl interior, this custom build is now offered by the selling dealer with a clear title.

Highlights

  • Recipient of a complete nut-and-bolt restoration in 2021
  • Performance-enhanced 440ci V8 
  • Nine-inch Ford rear end with 4.11 gears

Ownership History                                                                            

  • Offered by a dealer
  • Current location: California

EXTERIOR

  • White paint 
  • Custom front fenders
  • Chrome brightwork

WHEELS AND TIRES                                                                                   

  • 15-inch five-spoke wheels
  • Staggered-width radial tires 
    • 185/60 Mastercraft front 
    • 325/50 Nitto rear 

INTERIOR

  • Gray cloth and vinyl upholstery 
  • Front bucket seats
    • Sourced from a Honda
  • Rear bench seat 
    • Sourced from a Mitsubishi
  • Center console with B&M automatic shifter
  • Power steering

INSTRUMENTS

  • Gauges
    • 8,000-rpm Sun Super Tach II tachometer
    • Oil pressure
    • Temperature
    • Voltage
    • Fuel
  • Odometer not disclosed 
    • Title reads mileage-exempt

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

Engine

  • 440ci V8
    • Four-barrel carburetor 
    • Sourced from 1971 Dodge 

Transmission

  • Three-speed 727 TorqueFlite automatic 

UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST                              

  • Nine-inch Ford rear end 
    • 4.11 gears
  • Power front disc brakes 
  • Rear drum brakes 
  • Dual exhaust system

KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS

  • No hood
  • Speedometer missing 
  • Front wheels have some nicks here and there
  • Crack on passenger-side rear quarter panel as seen in photos  

**VIN NOTICE: THIS VEHICLE CURRENTLY HAS A VIN THAT MAY – DEPENDING ON THE STATE OF REGISTRATION – REQUIRE THE BUYER TO HAVE THE VEHICLE INSPECTED AND BE SUBJECT TO A STATE-ISSUED VIN AND/OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS OF THAT STATE

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Comments & Questions

March 20, 2025
10:34 AM
Seller

Final day very reasonable reserve on this one! Thanks for viewing watching and bidding. Now we're getting some Action.

March 20, 2025
10:31 AM

BID: $15,000

March 20, 2025
10:28 AM

BID: $14,500

March 20, 2025
09:25 AM

BID: $8,500

March 19, 2025
08:33 PM

BID: $7,250

March 17, 2025
12:42 PM

BID: $7,000

March 13, 2025
09:35 AM
Seller

@[email protected] – Do you have the hood, do you have the front and rear bumpers? I'll bet she goes like a bat out of h***. ...

Hey James! This Dodge was purposely build without the hood and bumpers. I will ask the owner if the original bumpers are available. Thanks for checking in!

March 13, 2025
09:33 AM
Seller

Good Morning Folks! Here's another quality consignment brought to you from Platt Motors Inc. This 1948 Dodge Business coupe is totally bad ass! Lots of time money and energy went into this custom Dodge. It's fast sounds great and turns heads wherever it goes. If you have any questions feel free to reach out anytime!

March 13, 2025
09:24 AM

Do you have the hood, do you have the front and rear bumpers? I'll bet she goes like a bat out of h***.

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