🚗 1974 Dodge Dart Swinger “Rusty Pig” – HEMI with 6-Speed Swap, Built to Run 🐷
Meet the Rusty Pig — a 1974 Dodge Dart with attitude, power, and plenty of character. It might wear its patina proudly, but underneath it’s packing a modern drivetrain and performance upgrades that make it a one-of-a-kind street machine.
Drivetrain & Engine:
- 2010 Dodge Challenger 5.7L HEMI V8 engine (50k miles)
- 6-speed manual transmission TR6060 Magnum with a STX Shifter
- FAST throttle body
- Megasquirt EFI Gold Box engine management
- Hooker Headers
- Stainless steel custom exhaust with X pipe and electric cutouts
- Aluminum radiator with electric fan
- Mustang EFI fuel tank
Chassis, Suspension & Brakes:
- Lexus SC400 subframe with modified suspension
- Ford 9” LSD rear end (3:50 gears) with 4 link and panard rod
- Adjustable air bags with onboard compressor
- Wilwood 4-wheel disc brakes
- QA1 adjustable shocks
- Custom front to rear welded in subframe connectors
Wheels & Tires:
- 17" x 8" Cosmis Racing Wheels with 225/45/17 on front
- 18" x 11" Cosmis Racing Wheels with 295/40/18 on rear
Extras:
- Bucket Seats with Console
- AC works
- Bluetooth sound system
- Mopar Gauges and Tach
- GPS Speedo
- LED lighting
- Air horn
- Electric Door and Trunk Locks
- Too much other stuff to list
- Rust (actually there is no rust), dents, and patina included free of charge 😎
Why Buy the Rusty Pig?
- Classic Mopar 62,000 mile body with modern muscle power
- Rare 6-speed manual swap — way more fun than an automatic
- Full suspension, brake, and drivetrain upgrades make it a serious driver
- Unique personality — this isn’t your average Dart
💲 Asking SOLD
📍 Located in Hickory, NC
If you’re looking for a shiny show car, this ain’t it. But if you want a wicked HEMI-powered Dart with modern handling and a story to tell, the Rusty Pig is ready.
See more build photos on Instagram @5.7hemidart