For sale in our Chicago showroom is this one of a kind 1971 Altered
Dragster. Powered by a 440 cubic inch big block V8 set up in front
of the driver and paired with a TH400 automatic transmission, this
baby hauls! This Dragster is well known in the Chicago area, as hit
has been raced at several active and not defunct drag strips in the
surrounding areas. While the bones of this dragster have remained
the same over the years, some changes were made for long-term
reliability, safety of the driver, and to stay competitive with
other vintage racers. Most recently, the 440 V8 was completely gone
through prepared for a full season with about 10 test passes on it
to work out any last-minute bugs. The 440 started life as a 427,
and was bored a very healthy .100" to pump up displacement. Helping
take advantage of those extra cupes is a set of easy breathing Dart
Pro 1 heads, a roller cam, and a massive 1050 Dominator carburetor.
While a big engine is very important for making successful passes,
any real racer knows the rest of the drivetrain is arguably even
more important. This dragster has had the full treatment, including
a 9" converter from Coan, a brand new TH400 transmission with a
trans-brake, and a full Mark Williams 9" rear axle assembly
sporting 4.10 gears. With consistent runs in the low 9 second range
at over 150mph in the � mile, the seller is confident that a high 8
second pass is attainable in good or better conditions. This
classic dragster is ready to run as it sits, of put your own custom
touches on this beast and make it your own! This vehicle does NOT
have a title, and cannot be driven on any road legally. It is sold
with a bill of sale only. For more information, contact our Chicago
showroom at (708) 444-4488 or
[email protected]. To
see more HD photos and an HD video of this vehicle running and
driving, please visit www.GatewayClassicCars.com.
