Basic Information and History

This 1949 Dodge Coronet Club Coupe is an exceptionally rare model – only 14 examples are known to be in running condition in Sweden, and this is the only one from 1949. The car was originally built in Canada, which means it came factory-equipped with dual fans, and was then sold to California. It was imported to Sweden in 2006 by a woman who later passed it on to the second Swedish owner. The current owner, the third in Sweden, purchased the car in December 2008.

The odometer reads 1,039,106.7498 kilometers (64,571 miles), but this mileage cannot be verified with documentation.

This model reflects its era clearly – the cabin is extra tall, reportedly designed to allow gentlemen wearing top hats to sit comfortably. All original keys are preserved and functional for the ignition, doors, and trunk, except for the glove compartment, where the lock has been modified with a magnet after the spring was lost.

Equipment and Features

1. “Gangster visor” (installed in Sweden)
2. Original built-in dashboard clock – still functional
3. Original factory owner’s manual hanging under the dashboard
4. Hidden radio/CD player in the glove compartment, powered by a 12V battery in the trunk (amplifier connection possible)
5. Original semi-automatic transmission with high and low gears – clutch is used when starting and when switching between modes
6. Rear air pump (installed by a previous owner, not currently connected as the leaf springs have been restored to original)

Condition

Body and Paint:

1. Overall good condition but needs polishing and waxing
2. Modified with gangster visor and hidden stereo
3. Minor dents and scratches – some on the hood, dent in chrome trim in front of the door
4. Rust: superficial spots on the front edge of the visor/trim and lower parts of the doors
5. Paint: not repainted; scratches on the right side of the hood

Glass and Chrome:

1. Crack in the passenger window
2. Very good condition on chrome, trim, and light lenses
3. Missing one “DODGE” emblem on the trunk

Wheels and Tires:

1. Rims in good condition, no damage
2. Tires in very good condition, about 3 years old, lightly used, no dry cracks

Interior:

1. New interior from 2006 (carpet, headliner, door panels, seats)
2. Seats protected with blankets – no damage
3. No door sill plates (original design)
4. Steering wheel and controls in good condition – Bakelite knobs have minor cracks
5. Headliner intact, clean, and taut – rust stains near the windshield on the passenger side
6. Sun visors removed, stored separately

Electronics and Functionality:

1. All electrical components work: lights, instrument lighting, interior lighting, stereo
2. Semi-automatic transmission works perfectly
3. Cabin heat described as “exceptional”

Service History

This car has been regularly maintained over the years, both by workshops and the owner:

1. Engine, transmission, and brake system regularly serviced with oil changes and grease injection into fittings
2. Brake system refurbished with new wheel cylinders, front brake hoses, and master cylinder (Svenljunga Bilteknik AB, 2011)
3. Spark plugs and ignition wires replaced (Fred’s Bil, Fotskäl, 2014)
4. Fuel filter replaced (Svenljunga Bilteknik AB, 2011)
5. New gaskets for water pump and additional spark plug replacement (Bozzes Bil & Plåt, Falkenberg, 2010)
6. Master switch installed
7. No service booklet is available, but some receipts and notes from work done are saved. The car is exempt from inspection, but the last approved roadworthiness inspection was on 2005-12-19 in Uddevalla.

Summary

This is a unique opportunity to own a true rarity – a 1949 Dodge Coronet Club Coupe with a story, character, and charm that draws attention wherever it goes. The car has been in good hands for the past 16 years, driven and enjoyed – not only as a collector’s item but as a comfortable, reliable, and adventurous travel companion.

With its semi-automatic transmission, distinctive gangster visor, and an interior that’s both nostalgic and well-preserved, this Dodge offers a piece of living automotive history.

This isn’t a car for the crowd, but for the collector or enthusiast who wants something truly unique. A car that brings out smiles, waves, and conversations.

Welcome to place your bid – you won’t find another like it.