The 1940-1942 Dodge Custom Convertible put a facelift on the 1940 body, featuring a more massive divided grille. The distinctive Dodge ram mascot was now unrecognizable. No-cost Custom features included foam seat cushions, dual electric wipers, and a passenger's door armrest. For 1942, the dull six was stroked to 230.2 cubic inches, a size that would be continued at Dodge all the way up through 1959.

1941-1942 Dodge Custom Convertible
1942 Dodge Custom convertible.  See more pictures of Dodge cars.


Pluses of the 1940-1942 Dodge Custom Convertible:
  • Open-air appeal
  • Solid construction
  • Quality leather interior
Minuses of the 1940-1942 Dodge Custom Convertible:
  • Little styling distinction
  • Limited collector recognition
  • 1942 model is scarce
Production of the 1940-1942 Dodge Custom Convertible:
  • 1941: 3,554
  • 1942: 1,185

Specifications of the 1940-1942 Dodge Custom Convertible:
Wheelbase, inches: 119.5
Length, inches: 203.3
Weight, pounds: 3,384-3,476
Price, new: $1,162-1,245 (U.S.)

Engines for the 1940-1942 Dodge Custom Convertible:

Type Size
Horsepower
Years
sv I-6
 217.8 cc
 91 1941
sv I-6
 230.2 cc
 102
 1942

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