1974 Dodge Charger SE - 440 Big Block - Approximately 515 HP - Rebuilt & Upgraded
Selling my 1974 Dodge Charger SE. This is a loud, aggressive, very fun classic Charger powered by a built 440 big-block producing approximately 515 HP at the wheels / 550 HP at the crank.
A substantial amount of money has already been invested into this car. The previous owner told me he spent approximately $27,000 on the engine, transmission, rear end and related mechanical work. I then invested approximately another $18,000 improving the interior, electrical system, braking, fuel system and overall drivability.
MECHANICAL / PERFORMANCE
Originally a 318 small-block car, now converted to a built 440 big-block
Rebuilt 440 big-block with less than approximately 800 miles on the rebuild when purchased
Approximately 515 HP at the wheels / 550 HP at the crank
10:1 compression
Purple cam
Hydraulic lifters
727 StreetFighter transmission
Transmission had approximately 25 miles on it when the previous owner listed the car
8 3/4 rear end built by Sparker Racing in North Carolina
Big-block torsion bars
Polyurethane bushings
Mickey Thompson valve covers
New valley pans, oil pans and gaskets
Dual powder-coated Flowmaster exhaust
3-inch exhaust with X-pipe
MSD ignition
Chrome alternator
Champion 3-row radiator
New KYB shocks front and rear
New gas tank
Disc brakes
Brake vacuum pump added for improved braking performance
The car has a very aggressive muscle-car exhaust note and racing-style sound.
FUEL SYSTEM / DRIVABILITY
The previous owner had a much larger carburetor installed, which was causing drivability and stalling issues.
I spent roughly $4,000 having the carburetor and fuel system professionally corrected and sorted out. It now has what I believe is a 650 Holley carburetor, and the car runs significantly better.
INTERIOR RESTORATION
When I purchased the Charger, we completely gutted the interior and went through it properly.
Work completed includes:
Interior removed and floor cleaned up
Surface rust addressed
High-end insulation installed throughout
New carpet
New dash
New rear/back light
Electrical system repaired and sorted out
Interior completely detailed
New front seats
The interior now presents extremely well and looks close to new.
CONDITION
The underside of the car also looks very good. The large 3-inch exhaust system gives the car an especially aggressive muscle-car appearance from underneath.
This is a driver, not a finished show car.
Mechanically, the car is a beast, and the interior has already been heavily restored. The primary remaining opportunity for the next owner is the exterior.
The car could use some remaining rust cleanup and eventually a paint job if the goal is to bring it closer to mint or show-car condition. The engine bay could also benefit from cosmetic detailing and cleanup.
SUMMARY
A huge amount of the expensive work has already been completed.
Real 1974 Dodge Charger SE
Built 440 big-block
Approximately 515 HP at the wheels
727 StreetFighter transmission
Built 8 3/4 rear end
Upgraded suspension
3-inch Flowmaster exhaust
Upgraded brakes
Rebuilt fuel system
Restored interior
Extensive mechanical upgrades
Very loud, very aggressive and an absolute beast to drive.
I have documentation and receipts for much of the work I personally had completed.
