INTRODUCTION: Very meticulous build by expert Mopar restorer- Dave
Dudek. I just spoke to him and he says he started with an
absolutely rust free original body. The miles on the car (50,900)
are actual and the interior is original! It was a no expense spared
restoration for a serious Mopar collector. It's truly one of the
best restorations I've seen!
EXTERIOR: The fit, finish, and craftsmanship of this Challenger are
simply second to none. The body is absolutely laser straight- about
as close to perfection as you're ever going to find. Again, talking
to Dave he stressed that the body was amazingly dry original metal.
The gaps are precise and consistent throughout, and it would take a
magnifying glass to find even the slightest imperfection. The black
paint is polished to an incredible mirror like finish that looks a
mile deep. Even the jambs are finished to the same show quality
standard. It is fully dressed in desirable R/T trim, including the
power bulge hood accented by subtle matte black performance stripes
that flow across the hood and down the sides. Every piece of
weatherstrip has been replaced. All of the glass is reproduction
with the correct Mopar markings. The chrome and trim are
extraordinary- literally every piece is show quality. The stainless
trim has been polished like chrome. The chrome racing mirrors
sparkle, the grille is pristine, all the lenses have been replaced,
it features the iconic flip open racing fuel cap and a brand new
taillight assembly. The stance is just right, sitting on modern
17-inch billet Magnum 500-style wheels wrapped in BFGoodrich
G-Force performance tires, giving this classic Mopar an aggressive
look while maintaining its authentic muscle car character.
INTERIOR: The interior is absolutely stunning. I've seen a lot of
nice interiors over the years, but this one is on a whole different
level. I honestly can't find even the smallest flaw. It's
beautifully restored and loaded with desirable features. The full
Rallye dash includes a factory tachometer, quartz movement clock,
and what appears to be the original AM/FM radio, cleverly upgraded
with modern technology hidden inside. Fresh carpet lines the floor
and is protected by reproduction R/T mats. The center console looks
brand new, and the highlight is undoubtedly the pistol grip 5-speed
shifter rising from the middle. The seats have been professionally
rebuilt and reupholstered with the iconic pepper cloth inserts that
perfectly capture the muscle car era. The door panels have been
replaced, including the handles and window cranks. Above, the
headliner, visors, and mirror are all fresh, and even the dome
light is working properly. It has a complete set of pristine seat
belts, and one of my favorite features is the sporty three spoke
Rim Blow steering wheel, a classic Mopar touch that completes the
cockpit perfectly.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT: Complete perfection under the hood! At first
glance, it looks like a factory fresh Hemi engine bay, but there's
much more lurking beneath the surface. The 426 Hemi block is an
unstamped warranty block worth $25,000 by itself! It has been
professionally stroked and performance built to produce an
impressive 630 horsepower. Despite the added muscle, it retains an
authentic appearance, dressed in correct Hemi Orange paint right
down to the proper overspray on the battery cable. Topping the
engine are dual quad FiTech fuel injection units, combining modern
reliability with classic Hemi looks, along with the correct crinkle
finish valve covers. Neatly added air conditioning along with
factory power steering and power brakes make this Mopar legend
surprisingly comfortable and easy to drive. Literally every
component appears brand new. The engine bay itself is finished in a
show quality high gloss black and is complete in every detail. The
horns are in place, the squirters are hooked up, and it features a
correct Mopar radiator, reproduction hoses, reproduction spark plug
wires, and all the proper finishing touches. The attention to
authenticity and detail is extraordinary, while the performance is
nothing short of exhilarating.
TRUNK COMPARTMENT: Under the trunk lid and in the jamb, the finish
is just as slick and glossy as the rest of the car, painted in
beautiful gloss black. Inside, the trunk has been neatly boxed and
upholstered, and the workmanship is outstanding. Everything fits
properly with no loose or unfinished panels, and the entire
compartment is fully carpeted for a clean, upscale appearance. The
trunk latch and weatherstrip have both been replaced, showing the
same attention to detail found throughout the rest of this
exceptional Challenger.
UNDERSIDE: Absolutely immaculate! The underside of this Challenger
is so clean it looks like it was just completed. Every component of
the steering and suspension system has been restored or replaced,
including upgraded Bilstein gas shocks at all four corners. The
entire brake system has been redone with Wilwood drilled and
slotted disc brakes up front, along with new lines and a complete
e-brake assembly. A custom stainless steel exhaust system features
an X-pipe, DynoMax mufflers, and the correct square exhaust tips
exiting through the rear valance. Looking up at the engine,
everything is spotless, highlighted by the Hemi Orange block and a
mini high-torque starter. It is equipped with the highly
sought-after Passon 5-speed manual transmission, a premium upgrade
known for both its performance and limited availability. An
aluminum driveshaft transfers power to the fully restored 8�-inch
rear end loaded with 3.91 Sure Grip gears. The underbody is
finished with a neatly applied sound deadener coating, and
virtually every clamp, nut, bolt, bushing, and bracket has either
been replaced or meticulously restored. The attention to detail is
extraordinary.
SERVICE: We take pride in our cars and our reputation. Every
vehicle goes through our service department where it is inspected,
test driven, and we address the essentials before offering it for
sale.
CONCLUSION: This is a rare opportunity to own a classic muscle car
that is as close to new as you'll find. Thousands of collector cars
come to market every year, and every buyer hopes to find one this
nice. Most never do. The quality of this Challenger puts it in a
class of its own. You've been waiting for the right one, here it
is!
Vehicles are displayed in a museum setting. Admission applies
without an appointment and is refunded with purchase, including a
one-year museum membership.
815-385-3644 (9-5 Central)
[email protected] - Prompt responses
Dual quad fuel injection
Air conditioning
Power steering
Power disc brakes
3.91 Sure Grip
Rallye gauges
Console
Pistol grip shifter
Deluxe wheel
Stereo conversion
Floormats
R/T trim
Matte black stripes
Chrome sport mirrors
17" wheels
G-Force tires
