Vehicle Description
1968 Dodge Charger R/T - HEMI
While the hideaway headlights remained up front in 1968 the rest of
the body for the Dodge Charger was redesigned. The tunneled rear
window, reduced roof line and subtle flaring on the fenders created
a totally different look that much more suited its status as a
muscle car. These cars were hits back in the day and in modern
times their popularity has grown even further making these Mopars
among the most desired cars around. Boosting that desire even
further is the optional 426 Hemi motor that was only put into 475
hardtops including the one you see here. This makes the car pretty
rare considering over 17,000 R/Ts were made for this year and this
car was originally an export car that was sent to Europe
immediately after completion. All of this is documented in a Galin
Govier report which comes with the car. This 1968 model is a very
nicely done car that underwent a complete body off rotisserie
restoration bringing it back to like new condition. The body was
solid prior to restoration and the original floors were kept in
place due to how great they looked. The deep Burgundy paint suits
the bodylines nicely and pairs perfectly with the Black vinyl top.
It is the original color from the factory (RR1 on trim tag) but it
has been repainted and done to original which includes the factory
ordered stripe delete. All of the original chrome and trim is
nicely mounted in place and all of it has a great finish. The
hideaway headlights up front are working properly and back you will
find the dual round taillights which were also new for this year.
The rear section around the taillights is painted in a matte Black
which creates a nice contrast and is how the car would have been
done originally. The car has a great stance and with a slight rake
gives it that fast, tough appearance even when sitting still. The
original wheels have a nice shine paired with blacked out sections
and are wrapped in BF Goodrich Radial T/A tires. The car shows very
well and is actually in the order of the Pentastar which is only
reserved for the best of the best Mopars.
As mentioned before this car is a true Hemi car and came out of the
factory with the dual 4 barrel 426 Hemi and Automatic transmission
combo. The motor has that stock style look with matte valve covers,
chrome circle air cleaner, and the rest of the components being
painted. The firewall, inner fenders, underhood and springs are all
painted to match the body. In addition to a great look the motor
starts up smoothly and runs extremely well. This isn't a classic
that is all looks because that Hemi still has no problems getting
those wheels spinning. Front disc brakes are in place which are a
factory option along with the Hemi suspension system and more.
The interior of the car is complete in White and Black. The
upholstery work is in great shape as is everything you see on this
car. All of the original trim is there and everything has that
factory look including the knobs, switches, gauges and radio on the
dash. The original center console sits in between the front bucket
seats and houses the original automatic shifter and storage
compartment. The trunk of the car is finished out as well being
painted to match and topped with the original trunk mat.
These Hemi Mopars are always going to be popular and make a great
investment car due to their low production numbers. As time goes on
they are only going to be getting more and more rare so grab it up
while its still available! With only 475 made there is no telling
when another one will show up on the market.
No collection is complete without a hemi mopar so add this one to
yours for $149,500.00!
