Vehicle Description
1970 Dodge Challenger
Nothing about the Challenger was mediocre. In fact, the color
schemes like Plum Crazy and HEMI Orange were all about performance,
with those classic bumblebee stripes making it look absolutely
stunning on the road. The 426 HEMI engine, dubbed "the Elephant
Motor," powered the Challenger, as did the smaller 2.2-liter Slant
Six. The powertrain simply blew people away and made the Challenger
not only rise but beat most challenges. Though this version lasted
just five years from 1970-74, it remains one of the most powerful
debuts in the auto bazaar.
For consignment, a 2-owner numbers matching, barn find ready for
capable hands to bring it back to its original debut beauty. Some
rust, lots of fading, and interior work are beckoning the capable
hands of a restorer for the perfect project car to provide a
challenge, uh...ummm Challenger!
Exterior
Dark burnt orange well faded and showing numerous areas of surface
rust are noted on this non muscle version of the 1970 Challenger. A
smooth ductless hood and crushed oval grille design with dual
flanking headlights give this car a menacing look. The black vinyl
top is missing, as is all badging save for the front grille. Some
patchwork is seen throughout, and the driver's door seems to have
taken the brunt of the suffering on the surface rust front. 1970 is
the Fratzog era for the Dodge moniker and this car has it placed
firmly on the front center of the hood. Window trimmings are still
good. Invasive rust has had its way with rear quarters behind the
wheel wells. For the rear, full length taillights, and rear bumper
are attached and show fading and wear. Standard Dodge deep dish
(W13) wheel covers are on all 4 corners, and as was for the entry
level 6-cylinder 2 door, the gas cap is body matching.
Interior
High back tuck and roll inserted buckets are in front, and a rear
bench is presenting in back, all draped in burnt orange vinyl.
Cracks, rips and mold are seen on these surfaces. Door panel
plastic has sustained extensive water damage, and carpets and
headliner are in definite need of replacement. The original dash
with standard instrument panel containing one large pod for the
120-mph speedometer, and to its right, four smaller pods containing
the gauges for fuel, engine temp, alternator and, the clock.
Steering wheel, with adjustment column, and center console are
installed all in burnt orange.
Drivetrain
A 6-cylinder in inline format and slant block configuration is
under the hood. Here we see all original and unrestored equipment,
definitely the basic Challenger with its 225 ci size, 1-barrel
carburetor, and producing g 145HP. An A903 3-speed automatic
transmission is fitted on back. Way back is a 7.25 inch geared axle
fitted with 2.76:1 gears. Consigner states engine does run, however
is rough idle.
Undercarriage
Typical surface rust is seen.
Drive-Ability
Consigner states car will start but runs rough.
All muscle cars had their "grocery getter" versions, and this one
is one of 9,929 built that year. An example for the ambitious
restorer, to bring it back, or to make it an "elephant engine
style" R/T 440 6 barrel. The world is your oyster with this barn
find. Put your creative cap on, and head on down to Classic Auto
Mall... I "Challenger" you!
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 600 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display.
This vehicle is located in our showroom in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia
on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is
www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888) 227-0914.
Please contact us anytime for more information or to come see the
vehicle in person.