Real deal Superbird; #s match. If you can appreciate originality,
you will be very satisfied with this one. It's only had 2
registered owners in the last 36 years. I acquired it through a
very knowledgeable Mopar collector. Also, Mopar survivor expert,
Frank Badalson, has looked at this car and verbally verified the
motor numbers and fender tag. Aside from a repaint, new top and
maintenance, this is a survivor with original metal.
Superbird Story: In 1969 the Dodge Daytona was built to win NASCAR
races. The engineers at Mopar squeezed all the horsepower they
could out of their cars, so they called in a rocket scientist to
increase speed with aerodynamics. Every bend curve and arch served
a purpose. It wasn't for show, it was to win races and that is what
it did. It was the first car to ever exceed 200 mph on a closed
circuit track. Over at Plymouth their star NASCAR driver, Richard
Petty, was handicapped by the limitations of the Road Runner so he
jumped ship and went to Ford. In 1970 it was Plymouth that would
carry on the Winged Warrior program with the Superbird. It was an
attempt to lure back Petty and win races, both were achieved. As a
matter of fact, it won so many races it caused its own demise. The
top speeds these cars were achieving caused NASCAR to change their
rules which brought a quick end to the Winged Warriors. NASCAR
regulations said the manufacturers had to offer whatever they were
racing as a production car to the public. They were rather
obnoxious looking and impractical as an everyday car. They
collected dust at the dealer showrooms, some dealers went as far as
to remove the nose and wing. Today they are considered the holy
grail of muscle cars!
EXTERIOR: This car still has its original metal! The aerodynamic
package included the nose cone with flip up headlights and a chin
spoiler, racing pins to hold the hood shut, scoops on top of the
front fenders, windshield pilar covers, a flush mount rear window
and of course the tallest wing put on a production car. Repainted
its original Lemon Twist Yellow. Overall, the paint shows very well
with a glossy finish. New bold reproduction decals too. The
original vinyl top was recently replaced for the first time. The
headlights open and close properly. 15 inch Rallye wheels look
great and are wearing Goodyear Polyglass reproduction tires.
INTERIOR: Wow, what a nice unabused interior. The seats still have
good cushion, the upholstery looks great. Door panels are looking
good too. Headliner, rear shelf and trim looks great. The dash area
fits nice, isn't cut or cracked. It has the full set of gauges
including tachometer. Factory radio is in place, even the glovebox
liner is original with factory ink stamp. Very desirable bucket
seats and console with floor shifter. Believe it or not most have
bench seat with column shifter. C16 on the fender tag indicates
console.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT: VIN #s matching, casting codes and dates line
up as well. It's a 440 Super Commando making 375 hp. Stock
manifolds, valve covers and air complete with the Super Commando
pie tin. It features power steering and brakes. Complete with fan
shroud, secured battery, hooked up washers and of course the "beep
beep" horn! Solid engine bay with fender tag attached.
TRUNK COMPARTMENT: Rock solid metal, the trunk floor looks to be
original which is uncommon. It has the correct bracing for the wing
and a rallye wheel spare. We installed a new mat and
weatherstrip.
UNDERSIDE: Under this bird is rock solid original metal. The
floors, frame rails, inner rockers all look uncut. Mechanics have
been maintained as needed. We replaced the fuel tank and serviced
the trans. Someone else replaced the shocks recently. The exhaust
looks solid with correct tips. Brakes are functioning properly, and
it has disc in front, e-brake is hooked up. Looking up at the motor
we verified the correct casting code, date, and matching VIN. The
727 Torqueflite automatic is clean and was serviced. In back is the
original rear end with 3.55 Sure Grip gears.
SERVICE: We inspected this car and rebuilt the carburetor, replaced
the spark plugs, gave it an oil change, cleaned the pulleys and
tightened the belts, replaced a heater hose, gave it a transmission
service, repaired tachometer, replaced fuel tank and sending unit,
repaired turn signals, replaced vacuum hoses and repaired switch to
the headlights and replaced the vinyl top.
Without a doubt, one of the wildest, most intriguing cars to come
from the muscle car era. Whether it's for your collection or to hit
the shows and ice cream parlors, you will be noticed! Not to
mention it is an investment and this one is legit. I've not seen
them go anywhere but up!
I, Jay Grams, take pride in personally writing the descriptions for
virtually every car for about the last 30 years now. A significant
amount of effort goes into fact checking. What I am offering is my
professional impression of the vehicle. Our salesmen are happy to
assist with descriptions and making sure your questions are
answered. One great suggestion is letting us do a walk around video
that explains the car's condition in detail. **These cars are
displayed in a museum. If interested in a particular car, make an
appointment with a salesman to see that car. Without an appointment
there is an admission fee to enter the showroom. If you buy a car,
your admission will be refunded, and you will be given a 1 year
membership.
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Power steering
Power disc brakes
3.55 Sure Grip
Bucket seats
Console
Rallye gauges
Rallye wheels
Reproduction tires
Nose cone
Rear wing
Vinyl top
Flush rear window
Original fender tag
