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I picked this up last weekend. She's a 59 Dodge Royal D500. The D500 package gave you the 320hp 383, Torqueflite trans, HD suspension (5 rear leafs) and dual exhaust. She hasn't been on the road since '77. The prev owner was 78. D500 59's are super rare (esp a Royal D500)
She hasn't run in 5 years and needs general resto. I'm amazed how solid this one is. The broadcast sheet is in fantastic shape!
pics:
http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c3...dgeD500010.jpg


http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c3...dgeD500011.jpg

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c3...dgeD500013.jpg

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c3...59Dodge036.jpg

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c3.../broadcast.jpg

Todd

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That '59 Dodge is the BOMB! Do you have any pictures of the interior? What are the options it came with? How many miles? https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...iggthumpup.gif

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Love it!!Love those old Mopars!Is that a double-double!! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...iggthumpup.gif

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I like it! It reminds me of Christine's trailer-trash, meth-addicted, over-weight half-sister. Hmmmmmmm..........anyway, I love the tail-lights, rear fins and quarter panel trim. A proud product of the American car industry during it's Golden Age.

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Whoa! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/drool.gif

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The odo reads 34xxx. Hard to tell if it's been around. The car is orig from Pa and aside from some floor rot it is remarkably solid-so, it very well could be original. The sad part is vandals slashed the seats and whipped a rock through the windshield. The seller had a spare windshield. Apparently SMS has NOS upholstery. The car was apparently painted once in Pa in 1977. The car has some interesting options including padded visors, rear radio speaker, variable speed wipers/washers, convenience group inc glove box and trunk lamp. Dual rear antennas (removed and the holes filled!!) license plate frame, padded dash and power steering. Standard brakes though. Whoa!
The interior is red/black.

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More pics:
Orig keys/fob. Selling dealer is still in business!
http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c3...dgeD500017.jpg

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c3...59Dodge013.jpg
Those are seat covers over the orig upholstery.
http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c3...59Dodge011.jpg
http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c3...59Dodge031.jpg

D500 emblem:
http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c3...59Dodge027.jpg

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I had a 59 Dodge custom Royal came with a 361 with a 4 bal Torqueflite
Love that speedo Instead of a needle it had a color bar that changed the faster you went
Back then I had a few old mopars had a 57 Plymouth same color as the one they burred I put a 413 in that beast and my 57 Chrysler with the 392 hemi big car but fast as hell Today I wish I still had them

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WOW, Who can't love the looks of a 50's Mopar

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What a great ride. I LOVE IT!
Any engine pics?
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What on the sheet determines one of the D500 motors?

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A 1959 D500 just went through Barrett-Jackson. Stunning cars, a true work of art in my opinion.

http://www.barrett-jackson.com/applicati...;pop=0&it=1

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-----My cousin had a 1957 D-500 in the early 60s. Very cool with those bad-A** spinner hubcaps. He ran around with Atlas Bucrons on it all the time. Cant believe I even remember this stuff! It had a dual quad Red Ram Hemi. One of those little baby Hemis. He blew it up and ended up putting a 354 Chrysler Hemi back in. It ran OK but was so rusty it creaked like a frog. He had a Paxton supercharger set-up for it, but never installed it and wisely decided to move on to a new 64 327/365 Corvette convert........Bill S

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The 373 engine code. If you come across a D500 for 1959, the engine code ML382 should be stamped on the pad near the distributor. The 383 was only available as part of the D500 package (as well as the super-super rare Super D500 that had dual quads) The Carter carb should be number 2794S. Fortunately this Dodge has both the correct engine and carb! The rear suspension had 5 leaf springs.

Todd

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What an awesome find!

For anyone who isn't familiar with the D-500, trust me, it is indeed "real muscle!"

Congrats.

Bashton
MCACN Managing Member

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Man, that thing is soooooooooooooooo coooooooooooooooooooool. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/worship.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/worship.gif

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c3...dgeD500011.jpg

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It's amazing the inquiries I've had about this car. I suspect I'll end up getting an offer I can't refuse!
These cars seem to be quite popular overseas!

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More pics:
Orig keys/fob. Selling dealer is still in business!
http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c3...dgeD500017.jpg

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Interesting...I have one from Grossman Chevrolet that looks to be identical:

http://www.v8buick.com/attachment.ph...p;d=1254250042

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Some interesting info I've received from some Dodge D500 experts:
No one has ever seen a Royal D500. Most were either base Coronets (lightweight-big engine) or the Custom Royal (top of the line-loaded with options). The Royal was the middle model. It is estimated that approx 120-140 were likely built. At least I know my odds of seeing another one at cruise night are slim..
Todd

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I wouldn't go by any estimated numbers - we know how that goes sometimes.

However, there is a guy with access to records who is slowly but surely compiling all the info. While I doubt he can give you the info you speak, maybe he is worth emailing to discuss your car? He's done a wonderful job with Max Wedges.

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Luv that massive 50's styling............

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Do you have his email? I heard there is a fellow who was heading to Detroit to do this but his wife took ill. Same fellow?

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I wouldn't go by any estimated numbers - we know how that goes sometimes.

However, there is a guy with access to records who is slowly but surely compiling all the info. While I doubt he can give you the info you speak, maybe he is worth emailing to discuss your car? He's done a wonderful job with Max Wedges.

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You need this:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayIS...K%3AMESELX%3AIT

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-----That would be very cool. Wonder if the air-cleaner is a chore to find??? would assume so!!!......Bill S

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Yes, same fellow.

Here is his eBay store:

http://stores.shop.ebay.com/Max-Wedg...__W0QQ_armrsZ1

Are you on eBay? You can PM him there - tell him Diego pointed you his way.

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Thanks Diego! I sent him a message..

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I wouldn't go by any estimated numbers - we know how that goes sometimes.

However, there is a guy with access to records who is slowly but surely compiling all the info. While I doubt he can give you the info you speak, maybe he is worth emailing to discuss your car? He's done a wonderful job with Max Wedges.

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Darrell Davis I presume? Terrific fellow and a BIG help with my '62 Plymouth. If you would like his contact info, please p.m. me. Your '59 Dodge is a terrific find. You may also wish to contact Chrysler Historical to get your copy of your Dodge's "Chrysler Corporation Car Record Card". this is an approx. 4x8" punch card with all of your cars information including drivetrain. This should (it is true for 1962) include your car's dealership information (code which can be deciphered). There is a better than even chance they will have this car for your car. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gif

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Norm Thacker would approve. Beautiful car!

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Yeah, Darrell Davis is the man!