15k Mile Survivor: 1964 Dodge 880 4-Door Sedan
This Dodge 880 4-Door Sedan is an outstanding survivor with just over 15,000 original miles on the odometer. The seller states that it was stashed away for decades and is unrestored and in mostly original condition. The only parts new on the car are the fuel pump, fuel tank, and the brakes. All of which makes sense because these parts would have to be replaced for the car to be driven after sitting so many years. In 1964, Dodge only made around 10,500 880 models throughout the year. Could this very well be the nicest one left or do you think there are other contenders out there? This Dodge 880 can be found here on Craigslist in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin with an asking price of $11,995 OBO.
The interior appears to be in outstanding shape with little wear overall. I really like that on a lot of older cars, the exterior paint matched the interior color. Especially on the more unique colors that just pop. Not really something you see too often these days. To go along with the rest of the car, the interior and exterior chrome glow and looks to be in immaculate shape. Whoever stored this car for several decades, did it right in my book.
Dashboards nowadays definitely aren’t what they used to be. The chrome knobs appear to be in great shape. Over time and everyday use, they really start to show wear and a dullness but these look like they were hardly ever used. The seller states that pretty much everything on the car works but neglects to tell us what doesn’t. But one of my guesses would be the fuel gauge unless the tank is completely empty. Also to note is the push button TorqueFlite transmission. If you pushed back the parking lever then you could select a gear and start driving. The seller states it shifts smooth and is a blast to drive.
This Dodge is equipped with a 361 V8 and originally pushed out 265 horsepower. The valve covers appear to show paint loss but with this car being so original, I believe a thorough cleaning of the engine bay would make a huge difference. Even a 1964 date code can be found on the plug wires. If you were to buy this time capsule, would you preserve it and maintain the low mileage? Or would this be the perfect 4-door family cruiser on the weekends?
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Now that’s what I call a perfect cruiser and if I lived in the US I would be on it like a heat rash. Beautiful car.
I think the styling on these early 60’s Mopars were a bit too far out there for most, but the people that did buy them, got a top quality car. Growing up in the big city, everybody knew somebody’s old man that had one of these, he would usually take you and 7 buddies to the fair. We’d all pile in, never thinking about safety. Somebody today will still get a top quality car here. They were great road cars.
The oil px and charge rate were that of a new and healthy MoPar back then. Neat.
Gone. That didn’t take long.
The Custom 880 was a quick mid 1962 problem solver when the company realized their mistake downsizing their full size line.They pretty much took a Chrysler New Yorker and applied a 1961 Dodge front clip on it. You might say this car saved them sales wise. I think this is the best looking year.
Bob C,
You are partially correct. Chrysler Corp had downsized their entire Dodge line, but because 1964 was the “Golden Anniversary” year they decided to offer the upscale 880 series in celebration, and yes, it was a basic Chrysler [Newport] sedan with Dodge trim. It was a mid-year addition if my memory is still good, and wasn’t in a lot of the Dodge brochures, hence they are fairly hard to find.
In 1978 I found a beautiful ’64 Dodge 880 convertible with under 8,000 miles, same color as this sedan, and it was a factory air conditioned car from Texas! Paid $200 for it, and would love to have it today. I have memories of sitting in stopped traffic on the Washington DC Beltway In August, the top down and the factory A/C blasting cold air on my face!
Chrysler did realize in time, the stupidity of not having a full size Dodge, that Dodge owners could later trade up to a Chrysler, on trade-in for their next car purchase. So for 1965 Dodge had full size cars again. [The Monaco and Polara.]
The 880 came out in 62, late in the model year to have a full size Dodge offering, not 64.
Nothing to do with Dodge’s 50th anniversary, but market demand.
https://www.allpar.com/cars/dodge/880.html
I have had my 64 880 convertible for about 5 years and love it. It is the only one in New Zealand and gets lots of attention. It is so easy to drive and will cruise all day at 60 mph
Correct on A niversary model, but my 64 Polara 500 was also an Aniversary designated model.
I think only top of 880 and Polara 500s got such designation.
What a beautiful car……….not many folks at 54 look as good :)
I wonder if it sold or something else occurred…….as I tend to say, buy the best one available unless you like to weld, paint and rebuild. While somewhat conservative in its styling compared to the immediately preceding models, still a handsome car, and a testament to post WW II American automobile exceptionalism ( :) )
The 64 880 is my favorite of all the Dodge models. I am glad that one has come to this site. I currently own 2, a convertible and a coupe. Now all I need is the wagon!
I love Mopar cars of the mid-60s. They’re just leaving the Virgil Exner forward look styling, and finally getting more conservative in their appearance.
So true: 62 & 63 Chrysler, 63 Imperial, then Valiant and Dart, the 63 Plymouths. They were a perfect melding in the transition.
i can honestly say i have never heard of or seen that model car. At first i thought it was a rambler rebel, it has the same styling and all. the push button tranny is kool but its not a pretty car but its in wonderful shape
I hadn’t heard of it either until I found it on Craigslist. Wish it was still posted for everyone to see, but if it sold then that’s awesome for the seller.
I missed a 1963 Dodge 880 wagon here in Mexico. I wish I had been faster.
I would believe the mileage to be correct. Carpet wear is minimal; perfect dash pad; gas/brake pedal were nearly non-existent; seat fabric in great condition. Some might question the patchy valve cover paint, but engine heat alone did that and in alot less than 15K miles. For someone entering the hobby, I’d say this is a definite maybe. OK, so it’s not a cvt. or HT wagon; then hold out and pay alot more for one of those, I promise you. A comfy cruiser for your local car-show night!
Will, wagon convertible or not, this car will turn all the heads at the car show just with it’s neat styling and dash board.
It is definitely not another Mustang or Camaro.
Wow. That is the way that Barn Finds should look.
Almost new !
Forget the Friday night cruises! I wouldn’t
be afraid to jump in this car and take a trip to see my Mom in Illinois. After that,
we’d take my MIL to see her sisters in
Tennessee before coming back home to
Florida. Point is, these old Dodges were
great road cars that quite literally gobbled
up the miles with very little effort at all.
So what if it’s a sedan! Just take her to
the nearest highway, turn her loose, and
let her do what she does best–run!
gone!!!
I believe this shadse of paint was same as on my 64 Polara 500 and polished up it did pop.
While I remember a few 2 doors and a couple converts on street and showroom floors, no one seemed to want them.
Their price was higher than Polara 500 and barely below the Chrysler cars sedans.
Never heard or seen a Maxi wedge but did see a 426 single 4 brl in one, all others had this mtr or 383.
This cu.in.motor in car had gobs of torque and moved this heavy dodge quite well; good burn out with factory skinny wheels and tires.
I agree with a previous responder, give a couple weeks shakedown and tour clear across US but use Canada’s highway that runs coast to coast along border as return route.
These rode soft, drove easy, and were comfortable and roomy inside.
I think, if condition stared a very fair price.
A check not mentioned much is condition of all rubber parts, window and door seals , shocks, mntr mounts, fuel air and radiator, and the body mounts.
I know hoses and airlines with correct parts numbers are sought after but the quality of old lines not as good as today’s new polymers.
I am still holding out for a 64 Polara 500, preferably big block and convertible.
Nothing like a summer’s drive, radio low enough to hear duals, top down and a long legged Blondes long tresses tickling ones cheek, as they sit on console.
Too damned old for the blonde but old lab could ride shotgun.
My Dad’s was just like this one (color and all) except it had the 383 and was designated a golden anniversary dodge. He used to drive it on the highways and once had it up to 110 on the way home one night – made the hour trip in 30 minutes.