1970 Dodge Coronet
The 1970 Dodge Coronet

1970 Dodge Coronet

 For 1970, consumers could choose from 17 Coronet models with standard equipment such as full-width bench seats dressed in cloth and vinyl, a heater and defroster, cigarette lighter, 19-gallon fuel tank, self-adjusting brakes and fiber glass belter tires. The 500 represents with all-vinyl interior, carpeting, 3-spoke steering wheel, a 318 V8 engine and more than 20 additional safety features.  Optional console in the front and fold-down center armrest or optional bucket seats in the back.  Coronet R/T features both a hood and side scoops including bucket seats and carpeting inside.  Standard engine is a 440 magnum and either a TorqueFlite automatic transmission or 4-speed full-synchro with Hurst shifter.  The Super Bee is equipped with a 383 Magnum V8 engine and a full-synchro 3-speed manual transmission.  Or choose between a 4-speed manual and TorqueFlite automatic for an additional cost.  New for 1970 is the optional SixPack 440-cube V8 engine which boasts three two-barrels perched on a special intake manifold, perched on a Premium 440.  Also available in 1970 were the following colors:  Plum Crazy, Sublime, Banana, Go-Mango, and Hemi Orange.   1970 Dodge Coronet Factory Specifications & Production
Model Number Body/Style Number Body Type & Seating Factory Price (6-cyl) Factory Price (V8) Shipping Weight (6-cyl) Shipping Weight (V8) Total Production
Coronet Deluxe Series
WL41 41 4 dr Sedan - 6P $2,704 $2,806 3,113 lbs 3,268 lbs 7,894
WL21 21 2 dr Coupe - 6P $2,669 $2,771 3,068 lbs 3,238 lbs 2,978
WL45 45 4 dr Station Wagon - 6P $3,048 $3,150 3,628 lbs 3,728 lbs 3,694
Coronet Deluxe Series - Super Bee
WM21 21 2 dr Super Bee Coupe - 6P - $3,012 - 3,425 lbs 3,966
WM23 23 2 dr Super Bee Hardtop - 6P - $3,078 - 3,390 lbs 11,540
Coronet 400 Series
WH41 41 4 dr Sedan - 6P $2,783 $2,885 3,108 lbs 3,263 lbs 33,258
WH21 21 2 dr Coupe - 6P $2,743 $2,845 3,088 lbs 3,243 lbs 1,236
WH23 23 2 dr Hardtop - 6P $2,805 $2,907 3,108 lbs 3,263 lbs 24,341
WH45 45 4 dr Station Wagon - 6P $3,156 $3,258 3,623 lbs 3,778 lbs 3,964
WH46 46 4 dr Station Wagon - 9P - $3,368 - 3,803 lbs 3,772
Coronet 500 Series
WP41 41 4 dr Sedan - 6P - $3,082 - 3,283 lbs 2,890
WP23 23 2 dr Hardtop - 6P - $3,048 - 3,263 lbs 8,247
WP27 27 2 dr Convertible - 6P - $3,188 - 3,373 lbs 924
WP45 45 4 dr Station Wagon - 6P - $3,404 - 3,743 lbs 1,857
WP46 46 4 dr Station Wagon - 9P - $3,514 - 3,813 lbs 1,779
Coronet R/T Series
WS23 23 2 dr R/T Hardtop - 6P - $3,569 - 3,573 lbs 2,319
WS27 27 2 dr R/T Convertible - 6P - $3,785 - 3,638 lbs 296
Chassis Specifications
Model Wheelbase Overall Length Width Front Track Rear Track Tires
Coronet 117 in 210 in 76.7 in Not Available Not Available F78 x 14
Coronet R/T 117 in 210 in 76.7 in Not Available Not Available F70 x 14
Coronet Station Wagon 117 in 212 in 76.7 in Not Available Not Available G78 x 14
Available Transmissions Interior and Exterior Paint Chips 1970 Dodge Exterior Paint Codes. The first Paint Code identifies the roof or accent color. The second Paint Code identifies the body color. (For example, the combination W1-B3 on a Dodge would indicate the roof or accent area is in White and the body is finished in Light Blue Metallic.) Paint code plates are located in the engine compartment on the left wheel housing or the left fender side shield. 1970 Dodge Interior Paint Codes Interior Paint Notes: 1. Low Gloss Colors require 2 ounces of DuPont 4528S Flattening Compound to a pint of unreduced color. 2. Gloss Colors Usage - Windshield Mouldings, Backlite Mouldings, Roof Rails, Quarter Panel Upper Garnish Moulding, Quarter Garnish Extension & Lock Pillar Upper, "A & B" Pillars and "B" Pillar Cap, Door & Quarter Upper Inner Frame and Upper & Lower Garnish, and Miscellaneous Suburban Parts. 3. Low Gloss Colors Usage - Roof Rails, Backlite Mouldings, "C" Pillar Cover, Console, Manual Seat Adjuster, Windshield Garnish Mouldings, Convertible Top Mechanism, Miscellaneous Suburban Parts. 4. Suede Colors Usage - Bucket Seat Hinge Cover, DeFogger Bezels, Instrument Panel, Steering Column and Components, Stereo Speaker Grilles, Tachometer Housing    
   
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