This 1924 Dodge Brothers Touring doesn’t look healthy, but is also alive and kicking on the road
Some classic and vintage car collectors hunt for the ultimate barn find. Once they found these classic cars, they attempt to bring them to life, hoping the engine would still run in good condition. For a nearly 100-year Dodge Brothers car sitting idle for more than 80 years, getting brought to life and restored to hit the road once again is the best thing that the YouTube channel Classic Car Rescue can do.
Looking Good For A 100-Year-Old Classic Barn Find
Classic Car Rescue, a YouTube channel focused on showing restoration clips, recently posted an 11-minute video detailing a great barn find. After all, what they found was a 1924 Dodge Brother two-door touring. It’s nearly 100 years, and yet it remains in quite good condition. Most of its parts are still present, including accessories such as disc wheels, badges, and tags.
At first glimpse, the Dodge Brother touring doesn’t look appealing. Its black body isn’t glossy and sparkling, and it’s covered with dust. A few spots on the exterior seem rusted, but they could be just a pile of thick dust.
The body panels, doors, and hoods are all intact, while the headlights, windshield, and windows show no signs of cracking. It appears the vintage vehicle can last for a few more decades, even after collecting dust during storage.
Aside from a solid and well-maintained exterior, the interior of the classic touring is also in good condition considering its age. The leather seat upholstery aged well to a desirable state, although it’s unknown whether it’s original or replacement.
Its dashboard seems to feature the original gauges, pedals, and steering wheel. While the interior and exterior look solid, some areas in the cabin are showing some rust. Most sections underneath the vehicle and under the hood (including the engine) are suffering from oxidation.
A Well-Deserved Resurrection For A Car That Idled For 83 Years
Before resurrecting this 1924 Dodge Brother touring, Classic Car Rescue first pumped air into its tires and then rescued the classic out of the barn. The presenter also provided a quick walkthrough of the vehicle’s engine, making viewers learn new things about a very old machine.
Dodge built this vehicle a few years before Chrysler acquired the company. It was one of the Series 116 vehicles that the automaker offered in various body styles from 1922 to 1925. There is no clear history of how the vehicle ended up in the barn. However, based on its current condition in the video, its owners managed to do a great job in maintaining this Dodge classic.
In fact, after a few tinkering and finding suitable components for the engine – mostly concerning its electric systems – Classic Car Rescue was able to bring this vintage car back to life. They were even able to drive the touring on the road – 83 years since the car had its last engine start.
Nonetheless, a brighter future awaits the vintage vehicle once properly restored. A good wash and detailing would go a long way in achieving a well-served comeback.
