Presented in 1965, the Coronet would carry much of Dodge’s performance standard through the balance of the decade. A cleanly-styled mid-size on a 117-inch wheelbase, its most distinguishing design cue was a rear roof pillar on the sedans and hardtops that was wider at the top than at the bottom.

Dodge brochures stated that the 1966 Dodge Coronet was the “…rambunctious rebel that’s leading the charge on Dullsville. Slip into the tempting interior, and you’re on your way. We say dull driving must go. The new Coronet is how.”

1966 saw the introduction of the Street Hemi, and the Dodge Coronet was the perfect showcase. The 426-cid V-8 Hemi was rated at the same 425-hp as the race version and the cost was less than $500. Hot Rod magazine called it “one of the fastest and most fantastic sedans ever.”

The definition of an “old school sleeper,” this 426 Hemi is reported to be one of 96 produced, and it received a complete frame-off, nut-and-bolt restoration in 1990 on what is reported as an approximately 23,000 mile original platform. The transmission is a column-mounted TorqueFlite automatic and the drivetrain is also reported as being correct throughout. The Coronet is finished in Ruby Red and Red interior with a bench seat. Additional features include 426 Hemi badging on the front fenders, radio and color-keyed factory steel wheels with “dog dish” hubcaps; the tires are BFGoodrich Silvertown Blue Streaks. Documentation is said to include the original Certicard and the owner’s manual.