Vehicle Description
The custom muscle car that you always wished you had the time to
build is now up for grabs. This 1971 Dodge Challenger R/T 426 Hemi
Tribute has a bold and coordinated presence, a sharply restored A/C
interior, and a 460+ hp Hemi V8 under the hood. Oh yes, your dream
Mopar is turn-key ready right now.
The desirability of this one starts with the paint. This is a
stunning application of Mopar's famous High Impact shade of
Sublime. This electric green is an instant eye catcher that
naturally pulls people in to take a closer look at this fresh and
complete build. The neon-like color is also the perfect backdrop
for the aggressive black accents. The dark contrast is used to
highlight sporty elements like the full-length R/T stripe, fender
vent trim, blacked-out tail panel, and full-width rear spoiler. And
of course, the black also funnels all of your attention to the two
power scoops on the R/T hood. The darkness is even used to
integrate upgrades like the 18-inch wheels. And while onlookers
will love the coordinated package, you can also take pride in the
overall quality that's seen in the details. The straightness of the
sheetmetal, clean/clear glass, pliable weather-stripping, and
mirror-like shine of trim and bumpers all are the hallmarks of a
thoughtful build.
All the black accents on the exterior get you ready for the full
midnight package inside. Mopar's high-back bucket seats were some
of the best of the era, and so these pristinely restored examples
remain desirable for comfort today. The door panels, dash,
carpeting, headliner, and all other fundamentals have a dark and
fresh style, too. It's all well done, right down to the working
dome light. You also get the best Challenger features, like the
Tuff sports steering wheel, driver-oriented center console, and
pistol-grip shifter. This really goes for a vintage Mopar style,
right down to the AM radio that's still there for display. But
there are also the right upgrades you really want. You feel it in
the air conditioning that's blowing cold with modern R134a
refrigerant. And you see it with the upgraded to the crisp and
clear AutoMeter Sport-Comp gauges.
You're going to love lifting the hood at car shows to showcase the
big V8 with the bold Hemi callouts on the air topper. And while
this has the look of a polished classic powerhouse, it's really a
newer performance build. It starts with a Gen III 426 cubic-inch
Hemi with cast iron block and cross-bolted mains. It's fortified
and enhanced with a 495/480 hydraulic cam, heavy-duty single valve
springs w/dampers, double roller timing chain, Mopar Performance M1
dual plane intake, forged pistons with 9:1 compression, and more.
It inhales deeply with a Holley 750 double-pumper four-barrel
carburetor, and it exhales with added power from long tube headers.
This also has the best in supporting pieces, like an MSD ignition,
new wiring harness, serpentine belts, CVF pulleys, upgraded
brackets, an Optima red top battery, and Champion aluminum radiator
w/large electric fan. The full package is said to make 465
horsepower, and the growl of the Flowmaster dual exhaust let's
everyone know you have superior power. The big muscle motor is
connected to a strong TCI Super StreetFighter 727 Torqueflite
three-speed automatic transmission. This feeds a Dana 60 4.10 rear
end with Moser axles. The suspension looks just as fresh as the
rest of this coupe, and so you have a confident feeling out on the
road. Plus, it has the best driving features, like power steering,
sway bar front & rear, four-wheel power disc brakes w/drilled &
slotted rotors, and the modern grip of ZR-rated tires.
The sale comes complete with the factory buildsheet and plenty of
restoration photos so you can see this Mopar's full transformation.
It's time to make your dream car a reality, call today!
