Gateway Classic Cars Houston Showroom is proud to present 1970
Dodge Challenger Convertible. Few cars represent the muscle car era
quite like a first generation Challenger, and a convertible version
brings an added sense of occasion to an already iconic design. This
example has been through a rotisserie restoration dating to around
2013, with the rust corrected or replaced before being finished in
a 2010 Challenger Deep Water Blue Pearl. A new black interior and
black power convertible top complete the look, giving this
Challenger a color combination that is both unmistakably muscle car
and distinctly its own.
The heart of this Challenger is a 440 cubic-inch Dodge V8, built
with D440 30-over forged flat-top pistons and 915/67 closed-chamber
heads with hardened seats. The engine is fitted with a Mopar M1
dual-plane intake, Edelbrock Performer 759 CFM carburetor, and a
Comp Cam hydraulic flat-tappet camshaft. Schumacher Poly-Lock motor
mounts and Schumacher Tri-Y headers finished in satin black ceramic
help tie the engine compartment together, while a TTI 2.5-inch
exhaust with crossover and Dynomax Super Turbo mufflers gives the
big-block a proper muscle car soundtrack.
Power is sent through a 727 Torqueflite automatic transmission
equipped with a part-throttle kickdown. Out back is an 8 3/4-inch
posi rear end with 3.55 gears, giving the Challenger a classic
combination of big-block power and rear-wheel-drive muscle.
Stopping duties are handled by four-wheel disc brakes with Hydratec
Hydroboost, while Bilstein RCD shocks, FirmFeel 1.06 torsion bars,
and FirmFeel tubular upper control arms bring additional attention
to the chassis. Cragar 17x7 and 17x8 wheels are wrapped in Nitto
A555 R2 tires measuring 225/50 and 255/50.
Step back for a moment and take in the proportions. Long hood,
short deck, aggressive stance and the open-air appeal of a
convertible all come together in a car that feels like it belongs
on a summer evening cruise or parked outside a classic drive-in.
The Deep Water Blue Pearl finish gives the Challenger a more modern
interpretation of its classic muscle car shape, while the black
interior and power convertible top keep the overall presentation
purposeful.
There are also some thoughtful updates that make this Challenger
more enjoyable to drive. All of the light bulbs have been converted
to LED, and the car has accumulated approximately 4,000 miles since
its restoration. Along with the car comes extensive documentation,
as well as miscellaneous brochures and spare or original parts,
giving the next owner additional history and material connected to
the car.
The 1970 Dodge Challenger arrived during one of the most memorable
periods in American automotive history, when horsepower, bold
styling, and performance were becoming defining characteristics of
the muscle car. This convertible carries that spirit forward with a
built 440 V8, Torqueflite automatic, 8 3/4 posi rear end,
four-wheel disc brakes, upgraded suspension components, and a
carefully completed restoration. With its Deep Water Blue Pearl
exterior, black interior, and open-air convertible design, this
Challenger offers a distinctly 1970s muscle car experience with the
benefit of thoughtful upgrades underneath.
1970 Dodge Challenger Convertible is listed by our Houston Showroom
and can be viewed in greater detail including 100+ HD pictures and
an HD video at www.GatewayClassicCars.com. For additional
information, please call our knowledgeable staff or email us at
[email protected]. Our Houston Showroom is located at
1910 Cypress Station Drive Suite 200 Houston Tx, 77090.
