Presented is a real Factory Born Dodge Challenger R/T - This
Muscular Mopar has undergone a rotisserie restoration and finished
in it's Factory Correct High Impact Color of Sassy Grass Green
(FJ6).
Originally born with a 383, this R/T has been upgraded to a 440
with Dual Competition Carbs mated to a Pistol Grip 4-Speed Manual.
The undercarriage has been painted as per the trim tag and looks
excellent and the optional Go Wing has been added.
Power Steering and Power Disc Brakes allow for an excellent driving
experience as this Mopar roams the streets making its presence
known.
Great lease rates and Financing also available on any of our
inventory!
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About the Challenger:
The Dodge Challenger was used on three different generations, two
of those being pony cars. However, the first use of the Challenger
name by Dodge was in 1959 for marketing a "value version" of the
full-sized Coronet Silver Challenger.
From model years 1970 to 1974, the first generation Dodge
Challenger pony car was built using the Chrysler E platform in
hardtop and convertible body styles sharing major components with
the Plymouth Barracuda.
Introduced in fall 1969 for the 1970 model year, the Challenger was
one of two Chrysler E-body cars, the other being the slightly
smaller Plymouth Barracuda. Positioned to compete against the
Mercury Cougar and Pontiac Firebird in the upper end of the pony
car market segment, it was "a rather late response" to the Ford
Mustang, which debuted in April 1964. Even so, Chrysler intended
the new Challenger as the most potent pony car ever, and like the
less expensive Barracuda, it was available in a staggering number
of trim and option levels, and with virtually every engine in
Chrysler's inventory.
The Challenger's longer wheelbase, larger dimensions, and more
luxurious interior were prompted by the launch of the 1967 Mercury
Cougar, likewise a bigger, more luxurious and more expensive pony
car aimed at affluent young American buyers. The 110 in wheelbase
was 2" longer than the Barracuda's, and the Dodge differed
substantially in its sheet metal, much as the Cougar differed from
the shorter-wheelbase Mustang. Air conditioning and a rear window
defogger were optional. With 1971 being the sole exception, the
front ends of both cars differed from each other in that the
Challenger had four headlights and the Barracuda had only two; a
trend replicated by offerings from Chrysler's rivals.
The exterior design was penned by Carl Cameron, who was also
responsible for the exterior designs of the 1966 Dodge Charger.
Cameron based the 1970 Challenger grille on an older sketch of a
stillborn 1966 Charger prototype that was to have a turbine
engine.
For its introductory model year the Challenger was available in two
series, Challenger and Challenger R/T, and three models, two-door
hardtop, Special Edition two-door hardtop, or convertible. The base
model was the Challenger with either an inline-6 or V8 engine. The
Special Edition hardtop, available on either the base Challenger or
on the R/T, added a number of appearance, convenience, and comfort
features. Produced for the 1970 model year only, this more
luxurious SE specification included as standard a vinyl roof with a
"SE" medallions on the pillars, a smaller "formal" rear window,
leather and vinyl bucket seats, and an overhead interior console
that contained three warning lights (door ajar, low fuel, and
seatbelts). The standard engine on the base model was a 225 cu in
(3.7 L) Straight-6. The standard engine on the higher trim models
was a 318 cu in (5.2 L) V8 with a 2-barrel carburetor. For 1970,
the optional engines included the 340 and 383 cu in, as well as the
440 and 426 cu in V8s, all with a standard 3-speed manual
transmission, except for the 290HP 383 cu in. engine, which was
available only with the TorqueFlite automatic transmission. A
4-speed manual was optional on all engines except the 225 cu in
Inline-6 and the 2-barrel 383 cu in V8.
The performance model was the Challenger R/T (Road/Track), with a
383 cu in (6.3 L) "Magnum" V8, rated at 335HP. The standard
transmission was a 3-speed manual. Optional R/T engines were the
375HP 440 cu in Magnum, the 390HP 440 cu in Six-Pack and the 426 cu
in Hemi rated at 425HP.
The R/T was available in either the hardtop or convertible. The
Challenger R/T came with a Rallye instrument cluster that included
a 150 mph speedometer, an 8,000 rpm tachometer and an oil pressure
gauge.
For the 1971 model year the Challenger Coupe became the entry-level
model, with either a straight-six or V8 engine. Like the Challenger
Deputy it replaced, it had fixed rear quarter windows and a basic
black steering wheel with horn button
Whilst Fusion Motor Company make a sincere effort to supply
information that is accurate and complete, we are aware that errors
and omissions may occur. Therefore, we are not able to guarantee
the accuracy of the information and we cannot accept liability for
loss or damage arising from misleading information or for any
reliance on which you may place on the information contained on
this website or our advertisements. We highly recommend that you
examine the vehicle to check the accuracy of the information
supplied. If you have any questions, please contact us at
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