1950 Dodge DU Sedan
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About This Vehicle
Stock #: 2097
Condition #: Good
Certification #: Certified
Vehicle Overview
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Exterior ColorBlack
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Interior ColorBrown
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Body TypeSedan
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Fuel TypeGasoline Fuel
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TransmissionManual
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Drive TrainRear Wheel Drive
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Engine Data6 Cylinder Engine
Vehicle Description
The Dodge Brothers machine shop was founded in 1900, they built engines for Olds and Ford. In 1914 they started building their own cars. In 1928, Chrysler acquired Fargo Trucks and Dodge Brothers and also established Plymouth and DeSoto brands. Plymouth was Chryslers lowest priced car, Dodge was next, then Desoto and Chrysler was top of the line. In 1935, Dodge introduced the new DU, not only did it have a revised narrower grille but it had a lower roofline, lower floor and parking lamps mounted on the front fenders aprons. It also got hydraulic brakes, Autolite ignition, ventilated clutch, automatic choke, leaf spring front suspension, concealed radiator cap, easy steering, and a crank-open windshield. The 116 in wheelbase DU short wheelbase was available in 2 door Coupe, 2 door Convertible, 2 and 4 door Sedan and 2 and 4 door Touring Sedan. The 128 in DU long wheelbase was available as a 4 door Sedan. The engine in the DU was the 87hp 218 cu in 6 cyl.
