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1963 Dodge Dart 270 Station Wagon
Dodge Dart 270
1963 (first year of the third generation, produced 1963-1966) · wagon
Rarity Score
7/10 - Rare; while Darts were mass-produced, the 1963 station wagon variant has a very low survival rate compared to coupes.
Spot Difficulty
9/10; extremely difficult to see on the road today. Most surviving examples are in junkyards, private collections, or specialty car shows.
Engine & Performance
Engine: Likely a 225 cubic-inch 'Slant-6' inline-six producing approximately 145 hp, or potentially a 170 Slant-6 with 101 hp.
Transmission & Drivetrain: Typically a 3-speed TorqueFlite push-button automatic or a 3-speed manual; Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD).
Performance: 0-60 mph in approx. 12-15 seconds, top speed around 95 mph, curb weight approx. 3,000 lbs.
Exterior
White paint with heavy surface rust (patina), 4-door station wagon body style, missing headlights, missing grille inserts, and resting on the ground without visible wheels.
Interior Features
Spartan 1960s utility interior; metal dashboard, bench seating, large diameter steering wheel, and likely vinyl upholstery.
Condition Assessment
Poor / Parts Car; non-running, significant body rot, missing major components, and long-term exposure damage.
Condition Issues: Extensive surface rust and scale, missing headlights and trim, dented hood, likely seized engine, rotted interior, and missing wheels/tires.
Estimated Mileage: 100,000 - 150,000 miles (likely rolled over)
Historical Significance
The 1963 model marked the Dart's transition to a 'senior compact' on the A-body platform, a configuration that became legendary for reliability.
Notable Features
Station wagon body style (rarer than sedans), 'Dart' fender badging, 270 trim level markings, and unique wrap-around rear side windows for the cargo area.
Production Numbers
Total Dart production for 1963 was approx. 150,000 units, but 270 series wagons accounted for a small fraction (roughly 13,000 units).
Valuation
Estimated Market Value: $500 - $1,500 (as a salvage/parts vehicle)
Auction Estimate: $300 - $1,000 (at a salvage or wrecking yard auction)
Maintenance Recommendations
Full frame-off restoration required; fuel system replacement, brake overhaul, engine rebuild, and significant high-level bodywork/rust remediation.
Fun Facts
1963 was the first year for the push-button TorqueFlite automatic in the Dart. The 'Slant-6' engine was tilted at a 30-degree angle to allow for a lower hood line. This model year helped Dodge capture a significant share of the burgeoning compact car market.
Identified on: 6/13/2026
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