Vehicle Description
This 1970 Dodge Challenger T/A occupies a rare but multifaceted
place in automotive history. Sporting unusually low actual miles
(under 57,000!) and in faithfully restored condition (with numbers
matching no less), it's a veritable museum piece, but one that
gives a hearty nod to a bona fide Trans Am racing heritage. The
level of meticulousness and detail that went into its restoration
is truly rare. Its history is properly documented as an entry in
the National T/A registry. It even comes complete with the same
factory broadcast sheet it rolled off the assembly line with!
Challengers of this era cut an impressive presence on their own,
but the restoration that went into this T/A take this one to a
whole different level. Its quality and precision are evident right
away. The bright red paint job, not only factory-correct, but
literally the same hue it was brought to life with, shines
convincingly from all angles and is complemented by the broad
blackness of its scooped hood - a feature unique to T/As - as well
as the stripes occupying the upper region of its sides. The black
"340 6-pack" decals adorning both of its fenders give proper notice
that this is truly a special Challenger. In the back, the spoiler -
with its "Challenger T/A" lettering - remains unfaded. Take a lap
around the car and you'll notice the uniformity of the lines - its
hood, doors, fenders and trunk all line up with admirable
precision. The chrome looks great, as does its fully functional
scoop on that black hood, and the rest of the trim follows suit.
Even the hood pins have a shine to them. There have been no
shortcuts taken with this one and it has clearly been looked after
carefully since its restoration, almost as if it's been
hermetically sealed for protection.
Not surprisingly, the interior reflects the same care and
condition. The black, high-backed vinyl bucket seats straddle an
equally black center console with its signature low-profile gear
selector - and all have been faithfully restored. The door panels
also look supple and shiny, as well. The rear vinyl bench seat, the
black trim on each side and the package shelf to the rear also
attain the same high standard. Everything inside retains its
authentic stock look and the original AM radio still occupies its
place in the dash. Even the dash pads, almost always where you see
the first signs of decline in an interior, look good. The factory
gauges are all in working order, with lenses that retain a fresh
transparent look. The manual windows all roll up and down smoothly
and seal properly at their top position. All are testimony to just
how much attention went into this restoration.
The Challenger T/A has a mechanical history unlike any other.
Relatively few of them were made and they were only around for this
1970 model year. Their "T/A" model designation reflects a true
racing heritage, as they were configured specifically to be the
street-ready counterpart to their brethren in Trans Am competition.
With a 340 cubic inch V8 as its foundation, three 2-barrel carbs -
comprising the T/A's signature "6 pack" configuration - sit on an
aluminum intake manifold and are topped by an oval-shaped, open
sided air cleaner. The V8 gets a supply of cool dense air through
that broad scoop in the hood. By several accounts, Dodge downplayed
the power output of the T/A's configuration and its advertised
290hp is up to 30 less than what some give it credit for. It's
connected to the HD727 3 speed automatic transmission it originally
came with and exhales through its distinctive pipes that show
themselves just in front of the rear tires. Dodge added power
steering and power front disc brakes for increased drivability in
everyday conditions and both systems have been restored to optimum
operating condition. In a further nod to its racing heritage, the
T/A also has the distinction of being the first factory-assembled
car to feature wider tires in the back and this Challenger is
fitted with the proper Goodyear Polyglas tires and 15" stock
Challenger rims it rolled off the line with.
Looking for a classic that occupies an even more rarified position
due to its unusually low miles and precise restoration? This is the
car for you. Call today!