The 1950-1951 Dodge Wayfarer Sportabout was a continuation
of the 1949 roadster with its own special name. The Sportabout shared somewhat
cleaner styling with other 1950-1951 Dodge models.
1951 Dodge Wayfarer Sportabout roadster.
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It should have sold better than it did at the low price, but remember that just another $100 bought a much more rakish Chevy convertible in these years.
Pluses of the 1950-1951 Dodge Wayfarer Sportabout:
- Good construction quality
- Novelty
- Scarcity
- Strong Collector Interest
Minuses of the 1950-1951 Dodge Wayfarer Sportabout:
- Ho-hum styling
- Minimal performance
Production of the 1950 Dodge Wayfarer Sportabout:
2,903
Production of the 1951 Dodge Wayfarer Sportabout:
1,002
Specifications of the 1950-1951 Dodge Wayfarer Sportabout:
Wheelbase, inches: 115.0
Length, inches: 196.3
Weight, pounds: 3,155-3,175
Price, new: $1,727-$1,924 (U.S.)
Engines for the 1950-1951
Dodge Wayfarer Sportabout:
| Type | Size | Horsepower | Years |
| sv I-6 | 230.2 cid | 103 | 1950-1951 |
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