1962 Dodge Dart 330

In its 3rd year, the Dart was completely restyled.  The Seneca, Pioneer and Phoenix series’ were dropped and the Dart 330 and 440 series were added.  The Dart series was the base trim level and the Dart 330 the intermediary.  Continuing on from previous years is the Torsion-Aire Suspension with torsion bars up front and asymmetrical leaf springs in back offer less lean and sway than with coil springs.   A welded unitized body provided maximum strength and rigidity helping to eliminate squeaks, creaks and rattles. Wrapping up the exterior was a seven stage rustproofing process of dips and sprays after which two coats of epoxy primer and two baked-on coats of Lustre-Bond Hi Baked Enamel sealed the outside to offer better protection. Options included a Push Button Transmission, Push Button Radios, Dart Forced Air Ventilation, Variable Speed windshield wipers, Padded Dash, Glare-proof Rear View Mirror, Wheel Covers, White Wall Tires, Back-up Lights, Power Steering, Power Brakes. 1962 Dodge Dart Factory Specifications & Production

Model Number	Body/Style Number	Body Type & Seating	Factory Price	Shipping Weight	Total Production
Dart Series
SD1/2	413/513	4 dr Sedan - 6P	$2,297/$2,404	3,000/3,170 lbs	Note 1
SD1/2	411/511	2 dr Sedan - 6P	$2,241/$2,348	2,970/3,435 lbs	Note 1
SD1/2	456/556	4 dr Station Wagon - 6P	$2,644/$2,751	3,270/3,435 lbs	Note 1
Dart 330 Series
SD1/2M	423/523	4 dr Sedan - 6P	$2,432/$2,478	3,000/3,170 lbs	Note 2
SD1/2M	421/521	2 dr Sedan - 6P	$2,375/$2,530	2,965/3,135 lbs	Note 2
SD1/2M	422/522	2 dr Hardtop Coupe - 6P	$2,463/$2,607	2,985/3,155 lbs	Note 2
SD1/2M	466/566	4 dr Station Wagon - 6P	$2,739/$2,906	3,275/3,435 lbs	Note 2
SD1/2M	567	4 dr Station Wagon - 9P	$2,949	3,500 lbs	Note 2
Dart 440 Series
SD1H/2H	433/533	4 dr Sedan - 6P	$2,584/$2,691	3,045/3,205 lbs	Note 3
SD1H/2H	432/532	2 dr Hardtop Coupe - 6P	$2,606/$2,731	3,025/3,185 lbs	Note 3
SD2H	534	4 dr Hardtop Sedan - 6P	$2,763	3,260 lbs	Note 3
SD2H	535	2 dr Convertible - 6P	$2,945	3,285 lbs	Note 3
SD2H	576	4 dr Station Wagon - 6P	$2,989	3,460 lbs	Note 3
SD2H	577	4 dr Station Wagon - 9P	$3,092	3,530 lbs	Note 3

Note: 1. Model year production for full-sized Dodge was 165,861. A total of 48,100 were Darts. Total station wagon production totaled 24,400. Individaul breakdowns are not available. 2. A total of 25,500 were Dart 330s. Total station wagon production totaled 24,400. Individaul breakdowns are not available. 3. A total of 37,800 were Dart 440s. Total station wagon production totaled 24,400. Individaul breakdowns are not available. Side Note: In 1962, Dodge built 13,500 two-door sedans; 85,163 four-door sedans; 21,499 two-door hardtops; 13,130 four-door hardtops; 6,024 convertibles; 19,124 two-seat station wagons; 7,421 three-seat station wagons. No individual breakdowns are available for body styles. Chassis Specifications

Model	Wheelbase	Overall Length	Width	Front Tread	Rear Tread	Tires
Dart	116 in	202 in	76.5 in	59.4 in	57.5 in	6.50 x 14
Dart Station Wagon	116 in	210 in	76.5 in	59.4 in	57.5 in	7.00 x 14

 

1962 Dodge VIN Decoding

Serial Numbers were stamped on a metal plate on the left front door pillar.

First Symbol - Model/Engine 4 = Dart - six cylinder 6 = Dodge Custom 880 V8 5 = Dart V8 / Polara 7 = Lancer 170 / 770 / GT Second Symbol - Series 1 = Lancer 170 / Dart / 880 7 = Lancer 770 / Dart 440 station wagon 2 = Dart 330 8 = Taxicab 3 = Lancer 770 / Dart 440 9 = Police Special 5 = Lancer 170 / Dart Custom station wagon 10 = Fleet car 6 = Dart 330 station wagon   Third Symbol - Year 2 = 1962 Fourth Symbol - Assembly Plant 2 = Dodge Main 6 = Newark, DE 3 = Detroit (Jefferson) 7 = St. Louis, MO 5 = Los Angeles, CA   Last Six Symbols - Production Sequence Started at 100001