Vehicle Description
1970 Dodge Challenger Convertible
"In 1970, the Chrysler E-body got a lot of attention thanks to the
restyled Plymouth 'Cuda and the brand new Dodge Challenger. As was
typical back then, there were tons of options to choose from which
could take either car from cushy cruiser to dragstrip bruiser. In
the case of the Challenger, you could go with the 145hp 225ci slant
six base model, the performance R/T, (which stood for "Road and
Track"), and the one year only 340ci powered Challenger T/A."
Motortrend, March 2024
For consignment, a 1970 Dodge Challenger convertible showing 34,652
miles, but the true miles are unknown. This one retains its numbers
matching drivetrain and is one of just 2,921 Challenger
convertibles built in 1970. It was restored between 2012 and 2014
which included an engine rebuild and interior refurbish.
Exterior
It's hard to know where to start on this fantastic design, but the
front seems like the logical place. Here quad headlights reside in
a cove formed by the trim lined hood, fenders, and the underscored
reflection of the chrome bumper. A twin opening shaker hood scoop
rises from the center of the hood as one of the great muscle
designs of the century, here is silver to contrast with the Bright
Blue Metallic paint that coats the rest of the car with the
exception of the white tail stripe and of course, the white canvas
top which was replaced during the restoration. With the top down,
the straightness of the shoulder line becomes apparent, with subtle
rise at the rear quarter panel. A straight light bar in back
includes the center reverse lens, followed by the chrome bumper
that hugs the back. 15-inch Mopar Rally wheels carry staggered size
tires and imperfections are few, limited to a few bubbles in the
paint.
Interior
Blue formed plastic door panels were part of the redo and present
cleanly here with woodgrain inserts that add a touch of 70's luxury
to the muscle car vibe. Reupholstered seats include tuck and roll
blue vinyl and high integrated headrests on the front buckets and
the stitch pattern is mirrored on the rear 2+2's. Three spokes
connect the black textured rim of the Tuff Wheel steering wheel
which leads to the clean instrument cluster of a large speedometer
followed by three cylindrical gauges and a fourth empty circle
above the AM/FM radio. In the driver focused center console is the
legendary pistol grip shifter in wood, based in a woodgrain panel
over blue, a fantastic combination that is in great shape. Light
blue loop carpet covers the floor while the trunk wears a vinyl mat
and houses a fifth Mopar wheel for spare.
Drivetrain
Under the hood scoop is an immaculate 318ci V8, the numbers
matching motor which was rebuilt and bored .030 over, now with 10
to 1 compression and a 340 roller cam. It's topped by a 600cfm AVS
4-barrel carburetor and backed by the numbers matching A833 4-speed
manual transmission. Power finds its mark at the 8 � inch rear with
3.73 gears and momentum is slowed with the use of power disc brakes
in front, power drums in the rear. Headers are clean and visible
and guide spent petrol to the underside.
Undercarriage
Clean conditions prevail underneath with minimal surface rust
reserved for untreated metals, some residual oil on the pans and
rear differential, and plenty of spider webs indicating some garage
time. The dual exhaust comes from the headers and runs through
FlowMaster mufflers before terminating rather discreetly behind the
rear bumper. Torsion bar suspension occupies the front and leaf
springs are in back.
Drive-Ability
A short lap around our test loop proves fruitful. The trusty
rebuilt 318 and its 230+ horsepower deliver spirited acceleration
and the 60 series tires help the car grip well, track straight, and
stop on demand. We tested all functional items on this convertible,
and it got an A+ from us as everything worked as it should. While
Classic Auto Mall represents that these functions were working at
the time of our test drive, we cannot guarantee these functions
will be working at the time of your purchase.
They say there's no replacement for displacement. But we'll
disagree here because a numbers matching 318 with some tweaks, a
clean body, near mint interior, and pistol grip shifter at your
beckon call all might be enough to overshadow the mystique of a big
block. This is a spectacular car that is eye candy time ten. An
epic design in a wonderful color. Time to blow the cobwebs off this
one!
JH27G0B304063
J-Dodge Challenger
H-High Price Class
27-Convertible
G-318ci 2bbl v8
0-1970
B-Hamtramck, MI Assy Plant
304063-Sequential Unit Number
FENDER TAG
JH27:Dodge Challenger,High Price Class, Convertible
G0B:318ci 2bbl 230hp V8, 1970, Dodge Main, Hamtramck, MI, USA
304063:Sequence number
E44:318ci 2bbl V8 230hp
D21:4 Speed Manual Transmission
EB5:Bright Blue Metallic Exterior Color
H6B5:Trim - High, Vinyl Bucket Seats, Blue
000:Full Door Panels
410:Build Date: April 10
129830:Order number
V3W:White Convertible Top
A01:Basic (Radio) Group
A05:Protection Group
C16:Console w/Woodgrain Panel
C55:Bucket Seats
G34:OS LH Remote Racing Mirror
L31:Hood/Fender Mounted Turn Signals
R11:Radio Solid State AM (2 Watts)
V5B:Body Side Stripes, Light Blue
Y05:Build to USA Specs
EN1:End of Sales Codes
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collectible vehicles for sale via consignment in a climate
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acres!). The largest single location consignment dealer of classic
and collectible vehicles in the country is located in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the
I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visit
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anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person.
There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee
is not included in the advertised price.
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