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1971 Dodge Dart Catalog and Classic Car Guide, Ratings and Features

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Performance Metrics

Performance: +65
Handling: +60
Ride Comfort: +70

Fundamental Metrics

Safety: +40
Maintenance and Upkeep: +80
Restoration Difficulty: +85

Emotional Appeal

Looks: +75
Collectability: +70
Historical Significance: +60

MMP Rating

7.3 /10
Engine Specifications
Engine: 198 CID Slant-6, 225 CID Slant-6, 318 CID LA V8, 340 CID LA V8, 360 CID LA V8
Displacement: 198-360 CID
Horsepower: 125-275 HP
Torque: 180-340 lb-ft
Compression Ratio: 8.4:1 - 10.3:1
Ignition System: Electronic Ignition
Cooling System: Liquid-cooled
Performance Specifications
0-60 Time: 7-10 seconds
1/4 Mile Time: 15-17 seconds
Top Speed: 115-130 mph
Transmission and Drive
Drive Type: Rear-wheel drive
Transmission Type: 3-speed automatic, 4-speed manual
Fuel and Efficiency
Fuel System Type: Carburetor
MPG: 10-15 mpg
Dimensions and Brakes
Brakes: Front disc and rear drum brakes
Wheelbase: 111 inches
Weight: 3,000-3,500 lbs

Note: Specifications for classic cars are given to the best of our ability, considering the limited and variant data available.

1971 Dodge Dart: A Quintessential American Classic

The 1971 Dodge Dart emerged as a testament to American ingenuity during an era of automotive evolution. Born from the assembly lines of the Chrysler Corporation, this vehicle not only captured the essence of 70s muscle car culture but also offered a level of accessibility that few of its contemporaries could match. As the muscle car era reached its peak, the Dart stood out with its blend of performance and practicality. A unique fact that car enthusiasts might find fascinating is that the '71 Dart was one of the last vehicles to offer a slant-six engine, a powertrain renowned for its durability and efficiency.

Design and Innovation

The exterior styling of the 1971 Dodge Dart was both aggressive and understated, featuring a semi-fastback profile that exuded speed even at a standstill. Its long hood and short deck design were punctuated by a distinctive split grille and round taillights that became iconic markers of the model year. Inside, occupants were greeted with a functional and straightforward cabin, where comfort did not take a backseat to style. High-grade vinyl and durable fabrics were common, reflecting the era's tastes and technology.

Technologically, the Dart was ahead of its time with features like electronic ignition, which provided more reliable startups. Color options ranged from subdued earth tones to vibrant hues like "Plum Crazy" purple, with "Bright Red" being among the most popular choices. The Dart was available in several body styles including a two-door hardtop, four-door sedan, and convertible, but it was the Swinger two-door hardtop that captured hearts with its sporty appeal.

Historical Significance

The 1971 Dodge Dart played a pivotal role in solidifying Chrysler's presence in the muscle car market. Its affordability made it an attractive option for young buyers craving power without breaking the bank. The Dart's influence can be seen in how it bridged the gap between high-performance machines and daily drivers, setting a precedent for future generations of muscle cars.

Performance and Handling

With available engines ranging from the reliable 225 cubic inch slant-six to the formidable 340 cubic inch V8, performance varied widely across the Dart lineup. The V8 models could sprint from 0-60 mph in under 8 seconds—a respectable figure for its time. Handling was typical for a muscle car: sturdy and confident in straight lines but requiring careful attention on twisty roads. The driving experience was visceral; from the throaty rumble of the V8 to the heavy steering feel, it was an all-encompassing sensory affair.

Ownership Experience

The '71 Dart served many roles—from dependable family transport to weekend drag racer. Its simple mechanical design made maintenance straightforward for even novice mechanics. However, as with any classic car, parts availability and rust can present challenges to today's owners.

Fun Facts

The Dodge Dart Swinger 340 is among the rarest models, sought after by collectors for its performance pedigree. Celebrity ownerships have included stars like Bruce Springsteen. While not known for setting speed records, it held its own on local drag strips across America.

Collector's Information

Today's collector market values a well-maintained '71 Dart anywhere from $15,000 to over $30,000 depending on condition and originality—with rare models fetching higher prices. Estimates suggest tens of thousands were produced across all trims; however, survivors in pristine condition are increasingly rare.

Conclusion

The 1971 Dodge Dart stands as an emblematic piece of American automotive history—a blend of muscle and modesty that resonated with an entire generation. Its legacy endures in the hearts of enthusiasts and collectors alike who cherish this slice of muscle car heritage.

1971 Dodge Dart Catalog of Parts

1971 Dodge Dart Door end-cap filler seals-ALP 7010 1971 Dodge Dart Door end-cap filler seals-ALP 7010Door end-cap filler seals. Fits '70-'72 Dodge Demon and Plymouth Duster 2-door coupe only. Replaces OEM#'s 3439044/5. Pair. R&L.

1971 Dodge Dart Spring and Shackle Bushing.  1 bottom O.D-BN 20 1971 Dodge Dart Spring and Shackle Bushing. 1" bottom O.D-BN 20Spring and Shackle Bushing. 1" bottom O.D. X 1-5/8" high, with 9/16" I.D. Each

1971 Dodge Dart Shock Absorber Grommet.  1-1/4 bottom O.D-BN 8 1971 Dodge Dart Shock Absorber Grommet. 1-1/4" bottom O.D-BN 8Shock Absorber Grommet. 1-1/4" bottom O.D., 1" high, with 3/4" I.D. Each

1971 Dodge Dart Front Stabilizer End Repair Kit-BNK 21 1971 Dodge Dart Front Stabilizer End Repair Kit-BNK 21Front Stabilizer End Repair Kit. 22-piece set for two stabilizer bars. Contains all rubber bushings, washers, bolts and nuts, enough for one front end. Set



1971 Dodge Dart Hood to Radiator Support Seal.  55-1/2 long.  Each-CS 26 1971 Dodge Dart Hood to Radiator Support Seal. 55-1/2" long. Each-CS 26Hood to Radiator Support Seal. 55-1/2" long. Each

1971 Dodge Dart Door Bumper.  5/8 wide, made from extrusion.  Each-DB 52 1971 Dodge Dart Door Bumper. 5/8" wide, made from extrusion. Each-DB 52Door Bumper. 5/8" wide, made from extrusion. Each

1971 Dodge Dart Door Bumper.  5/8 wide.  Made from extrusion.  Each-DB 53 1971 Dodge Dart Door Bumper. 5/8" wide. Made from extrusion. Each-DB 53Door Bumper. 5/8" wide. Made from extrusion. Each

1971 Dodge Dart Hood Adjustment Bolt and Bumper-HA 8 1971 Dodge Dart Hood Adjustment Bolt and Bumper-HA 8Hood Adjustment Bolt and Bumper. 1-3/16" diameter rubber head. 5/16" thick X 18 threads/inch X 1-1/4" long bolt. Each

1971 Dodge Dart Hood Adjustment Bumper.  1-1/4 O.D-HA 8-A 1971 Dodge Dart Hood Adjustment Bumper. 1-1/4" O.D-HA 8-AHood Adjustment Bumper. 1-1/4" O.D., 3/4" large hole, 7/16" small hole, 1/2" thick. Each



1971 Dodge Dart Quarter window pillar-post seals-IS-ALP 7009 1971 Dodge Dart Quarter window pillar-post seals-IS-ALP 7009Quarter window pillar-post seals. '67-'76 Mopar A-body 2-door hardtop, fastback and convertible. Does not fit Duster/Demon/Dart Sport. Replaces OEM#'s 2486122 and 2486132. EPDM rubber with corrosion-resistant steel cores. Pair. R&L.

1971 Dodge Dart Door end-cap filler seals-IS-ALP 7015 1971 Dodge Dart Door end-cap filler seals-IS-ALP 7015Door end-cap filler seals. For 2-door hardtop and convertible. Replaces OEM#'s 2663470/1. Pair. R&L.

1971 Dodge Dart Molded door seals-LM 23-C 1971 Dodge Dart Molded door seals-LM 23-CMolded door seals. Fits 1967-1972 Mopar A-body 2-door hardtop, convertible, fastback and coupe. Replaces OEM#'s 3439040/1. Designed with proper clips and one molded end. Pair. R&L.

1971 Dodge Dart Front door seals. '67-'76 Dodge/Plymouth A-body 4-door sedan-LM 23-L 1971 Dodge Dart Front door seals. '67-'76 Dodge/Plymouth A-body 4-door sedan-LM 23-LFront door seals. '67-'76 Dodge/Plymouth A-body 4-door sedan.

1971 Dodge Dart Rear door seals. '67-'76 Dodge/Plymouth A-body 4-door sedan-LM 23-M 1971 Dodge Dart Rear door seals. '67-'76 Dodge/Plymouth A-body 4-door sedan-LM 23-MRear door seals. '67-'76 Dodge/Plymouth A-body 4-door sedan.

1971 Dodge Dart Windshield and rear glass lock-strip. Fits Many '57-'93 Mopars. Each.-LS 2-A 1971 Dodge Dart Windshield and rear glass lock-strip. Fits Many '57-'93 Mopars. Each.-LS 2-AWindshield and rear glass lock-strip. Fits Many '57-'93 Mopars. Each.

1971 Dodge Dart Rear Spoiler Mounting Pads.  2 wide X 4-3/8 long-MP 622-C 1971 Dodge Dart Rear Spoiler Mounting Pads. 2" wide X 4-3/8" long-MP 622-CRear Spoiler Mounting Pads. 2" wide X 4-3/8" long. Pair R&L

1971 Dodge Dart Basic kit. '70-'72 Mopar A-body Fastback Coupe-RKB 4005-111 1971 Dodge Dart Basic kit. '70-'72 Mopar A-body Fastback Coupe-RKB 4005-111Basic kit. '70-'72 Mopar A-body Fastback Coupe. Door (LM 23-C), roof-rail (RR 4005), and trunk (TK 64-A/18) seals. 5-piece kit.

1971 Dodge Dart Basic kit-RKB 4005-115 1971 Dodge Dart Basic kit-RKB 4005-115Basic kit. '67-'72 Mopar A-body 2-door hardtops with vent window. (Does not fit Fastback Coupe). Door (LM 23-C), roof-rail (RR 4001-B) and trunk (TK 64-A/18) seals. 5-piece set.

1971 Dodge Dart Flexible Spark Plug Boot, used on Hemi's with power brakes-RP 1-M 1971 Dodge Dart Flexible Spark Plug Boot, used on Hemi's with power brakes-RP 1-MFlexible Spark Plug Boot, used on Hemi's with power brakes. 4" long, 5/16" upper i.d., 5/8" lower i.d. Each


1971 Dodge Dart Roof-rail seals-RR 4001-B 1971 Dodge Dart Roof-rail seals-RR 4001-BRoof-rail seals. '67-'72 Mopar 2-door hardtop with vent windows. (Does not fit Fastback Coupe). Replaces OEM#'s 2604106/7. Pair. R&L.

1971 Dodge Dart Roof-rail seals-RR 4005 1971 Dodge Dart Roof-rail seals-RR 4005Roof-rail seals. '70-'72 Mopar A-body Fastback Coupe with swing-out rear-quarter windows (only). Replaces OEM#'s 2965870/1. Pair. R&L.



1971 Dodge Dart Hood and Trunk Bumper.  Replaces OEM #2785714.  Each-SB 124 1971 Dodge Dart Hood and Trunk Bumper. Replaces OEM #2785714. Each-SB 124Hood and Trunk Bumper. Replaces OEM #2785714. Each



1971 Dodge Dart Snap-In-Bumper Kit-SBK 2332 1971 Dodge Dart Snap-In-Bumper Kit-SBK 2332Snap-In-Bumper Kit. 19-Piece Set Includes: (4)DB 53, (2)HA 8-A, (4)HF 19-B, (2)SB 120, (2)SB 121-A, (2)SB 124, (3)SB 86

1971 Dodge Dart Snap-In-Bumper Kit-SBK 2333 1971 Dodge Dart Snap-In-Bumper Kit-SBK 2333Snap-In-Bumper Kit. 19-Piece Set Includes: (4)DB 52, (2)HA 8-A, (4)HF 19-B, (2)SB 120, (2)SB 121-A, (2)SB 124, (3)SB 86

1971 Dodge Dart Floor Panel Wire Grommet.  Fits 3/4 hole.  Each-SM 49 1971 Dodge Dart Floor Panel Wire Grommet. Fits 3/4" hole. Each-SM 49Floor Panel Wire Grommet. Fits 3/4" hole. Each

1971 Dodge Dart Manual Wiper Pump Firewall Grommet.  1-3/4 O.D-SM 56-A 1971 Dodge Dart Manual Wiper Pump Firewall Grommet. 1-3/4" O.D-SM 56-AManual Wiper Pump Firewall Grommet. 1-3/4" O.D., fits 1-1/2" hole. Each


1971 Dodge Dart Trunk Seal-TK 64-A/18 1971 Dodge Dart Trunk Seal-TK 64-A/18Trunk Seal. For cars with flat (not D-shaped) trunk seal end profile. Each

1971 Dodge Dart Trunk Mat-TM 2715 1971 Dodge Dart Trunk Mat-TM 2715Trunk Mat. High quality reproduction, made specific for vehicle. Print on rubber. Each

1971 Dodge Dart Nylon Lock Cylinder Gasket.  1-1/4 O.D., 7/8 I.D.  Each-UM 2700-104 1971 Dodge Dart Nylon Lock Cylinder Gasket. 1-1/4" O.D., 7/8" I.D. Each-UM 2700-104Nylon Lock Cylinder Gasket. 1-1/4" O.D., 7/8" I.D. Each

1971 Dodge Dart Rear Roll-Up Window Seals.  Two pieces, 20 long-VS 7-A 1971 Dodge Dart Rear Roll-Up Window Seals. Two pieces, 20" long-VS 7-ARear Roll-Up Window Seals. Two pieces, 20" long. Replaces OEM #2782560-1. Pair

1971 Dodge Dart Rear Roll-Up Window Seals.  Two pieces, 20 long-VS 7-A/FL 1971 Dodge Dart Rear Roll-Up Window Seals. Two pieces, 20" long-VS 7-A/FLRear Roll-Up Window Seals. Two pieces, 20" long. Black, electrostatically flocked. Pair

1971 Dodge Dart Vulcanized windshield seal-VWS 2705 1971 Dodge Dart Vulcanized windshield seal-VWS 2705Vulcanized windshield seal. Fits all '68-70 Dart, '68-'69 'Cuda, '70 Duster and '71-'76 Swinger 2-door hardtops. Accepts chrome molding. Does not fit Dart Sport or Demon. Each.

1971 Dodge Dart Vulcanized Rear Windshield Seal-VWS 2705-R 1971 Dodge Dart Vulcanized Rear Windshield Seal-VWS 2705-RVulcanized Rear Windshield Seal. For 2-door hardtop, does not fit fastback. Each

1971 Dodge Dart Vulcanized windshield seal-VWS 2709 1971 Dodge Dart Vulcanized windshield seal-VWS 2709Vulcanized windshield seal. Fits Dart Sport and Demon 2-door hardtop coupes with swing-out rear quarter-windows. Uses locking strip LP 2-A (sold separately). 21-1/2 in. x 58-1/2 in. x 45-1/4 in. Each.

1971 Dodge Dart Window Sweeper Kit, 71-72 Dodge Demon, 70-72 Plymouth Duster, 4 Piece Kit-WC 2300-69 1971 Dodge Dart Window Sweeper Kit, 71-72 Dodge Demon, 70-72 Plymouth Duster, 4 Piece Kit-WC 2300-69Window Sweeper Kit for 71-72 Dodge Demon & 70-72 Plymouth Duster Fastback. Includes inner and outer left and right sweeps for left and right doors, 4 Piece Kit.

1971 Dodge Dart Vent Window Seals for 2-Door Hardtop-WR 2307 1971 Dodge Dart Vent Window Seals for 2-Door Hardtop-WR 2307Vent Window Seals for 2-Door Hardtop (also fits '67-'69 Fastback/Notchback & Convertible). Replaces OEM part #'s 2663474/5. Pair



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