Dodge Series D8

Dodge Series D8
Dodge D8 Business Coupe
Overview
ManufacturerDodge (Chrysler)
Also calledDodge Series D9/D10 (CDN/export)
Model years1938
Assembly
Body and chassis
ClassFull-size
Body style
LayoutFR layout
RelatedDeSoto Six
Powertrain
Engine
  • 170 cu in (2,793 cc) D9 sv I6
  • 201 cu in (3,299 cc) D9/D10 sv I6
  • 218 cu in (3,568 cc) D8 sv I6
Dimensions
Wheelbase
  • D9/D10: 112 in (2,845 mm)
  • D8: 115 in (2,921 mm)
  • D8 LWB: 132 in (3,353 mm)
Curb weight1,315–1,526 kg (2,899–3,364 lb)
Chronology
PredecessorDodge Series D5
SuccessorDodge Series D11

The Dodge Series D8 appeared in October 1937 for the 1938 model year, replacing the previous year's Series D5.[1] Production of the 1938 Dodges ran from September 1937 until July 1938, which was the typical pattern for Dodge in this period.[1] As before, there was also a "Junior" line of Plymouths using Dodge badges and trim for the Canadian and global export markets. The main version is sometimes referred to as the "Senior" Dodge to distinguish the two.

  1. ^ a b Lee, John (1990). Standard Catalog of Chrysler, 1924-1990. Iola, WI: Krause Publications, Inc. p. 259. ISBN 0-87341-142-0.