50 Dodge Questions (From a Plymouth Guy)

[Skrambler]

Hello Folks!

O.K., as they say, there are no dumb questions, so I will now test that quote.

This is a multiple question, so maybe I'll start here.

1. In 1950, did Dodge make the Wayfarer model?

Was this to be titled a D34?

2. If in fact the State title (Pennsylvania) was naming this 1950 Dodge as a "Wayfarer" is this a problem?

From what I remember, the Wayfarer was named as one of the models starting in 1951 a long with the Meadowbrook, and the Custon Coronet. This Wayfarer would also be considered being a D41 and the other two being a D42. Just in case, this is a stock 6 cylinder car, not a stock 8 (if even possible).

O.K., now onto the second part of this question.

The fellow I know that is buying this car is an owner of a car lot. He will be buying this car to re-sell. Honestly, I do not know what he is paying for the car, nor did I ask.

The question asked of me, by him was about the "worth" of this 1950 (Wayfarer?) as a re-sale car. Any input???

It is a solid, two door sedan, all stock. A bit cheesy on the passenger floor, but all other panels are solid. Still has a "shine" to the paint. I am not real sure what the condition is of the interior, but I assume that it has the typical issues that can be expected. Nothing above or beyond that. New brakes, and it will "go down the road, and stop".

I really appreciate any input, and opinions from everyone, no matter what yours may be.

Thank you all for your time, and replies.

[Skrambler]

Thanks Shel_bizzy48.

So, what would you call a 50 Wayfarer? a D30?

sorry for being a bit dence, but I'm used to the Plymouth, not the Dodge.

Also, would you care to add what a worth would be?

Just very curious.

As I said, this car will not end up on the net, or the "bay", but on a used car lot.

Thanks again for your responce.

[Skrambler]

Thank you.

I know, to venture a price is kinda hard.

I just told him I would try for him.

A "deal" is in the eyes of the one who buys...But any opinions are still welcomed for me to relay to him.

[BobT-47P15]

From the N.A.D.A. antique auto price guide online

Perhaps a guideline....but lots of variables out there.

1950 Wayfarer 2 door sedan

Original MSRP $1756.

Low Retail $3,375

Average Retail $5,775

High Retail $7,900

[B-Watson]

Thanks Shel_bizzy48.

So, what would you call a 50 Wayfarer? a D30?

sorry for being a bit dence, but I'm used to the Plymouth, not the Dodge.

Also, would you care to add what a worth would be?

Just very curious.

As I said, this car will not end up on the net, or the "bay", but on a used car lot.

Thanks again for your responce.

1949 :

D29 - Wayfarer

D30 - Meadowbrook / Coronet / Custom (Canada)

D31 - DeLuxe (Canada) *

D32-1 - DeLuxe (Canada) **

D32-2 - Special DeLuxe (Canada) **

1950 :

D33 - Wayfarer

D34 - Meadowbrook / Coronet / Custom (Canada)

D35 - DeLuxe (Canada) *

D36-1 - DeLuxe (Canada) **

D36-2 - Special DeLuxe (Canada) **

1951-1952 :

D39 - Kingsway (Canada) *

D40-1 - Crusader (Canada) **

D40-2 - Regent (Canada) **

D41 - Wayfarer

D42 - Meadowbrook / Coronet

* - Dodge model based on 111" wheelbase Plymouth

** - Dodge model based on 118.5" wheelbase Plymouth

The Wayfarer was built on the short 115" wheelbase and as business coupe, 2-door sedan and roadster (1949) / convertible coupe (1950-51).

The Meadowbrook and Coronet models were built on a 123.5" wheelbase with the long wheelbase models on a 137.5" frame. The Coronet was marketed as Custom in Canada for 1949-50.

Bill

Toronto, ON

[Skrambler]

Hey Guys,

Thanks for the wonderful information!

I never really paid too much attention to the old Dodges, simply because I never owned one.

The wheel base variations are quite interesting!

Knowing only slightly more about Plymouth, than Dodge I am amazed at what was out there at that time.

Just for my own curiousity, did they supply a variety of trannys too?

Gotta love the old cars.

[B-Watson]

Hey Guys,

Thanks for the wonderful information!

I never really paid too much attention to the old Dodges, simply because I never owned one.

The wheel base variations are quite interesting!

Knowing only slightly more about Plymouth, than Dodge I am amazed at what was out there at that time.

Just for my own curiousity, did they supply a variety of trannys too?

Gotta love the old cars.

Fluid Drive, which was a fluid coupling between the engine and the clutch and not a transmission, was standard on all models as was a 3-speed manual tranmission.

Gyromatic, Mopar's 4-speed semi-automatic transmission was optional on all models. In 1949-50 is was a $90 option and $103 in 1951-52.

If you are every looking for information on Fluid Drive in either the parts book or service manual, you will find it under "Clutch".

Bill

Toronto, ON