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1970 Dodge Challenger - $89,900 - St. Louis, MO - Produced only from March through May of 1970, a special edition Dodge Challenger T/A made its way to the lineup! This allows Dodge to professionally race their Challenger in the Trans Am circuit. Only 2,399 were produced, of which only 989 were 4-speed examples. They can be quickly identified by their black hood, longitudinal T/A body side stripe, and 340 Six-Pack decals on the front fenders. These increasingly rare vehicles are becoming harder and harder to find in the open market. A great number have found their way into private MOPAR showcases, museums, or overseas collections. For this reason, enthusiasts have taken to reproduction tributes or clones as an alternative. This particular example is the real deal!We could not be more proud to represent this gorgeous 1970 Dodge Challenger T/A Hardtop! Just completed from a 2013 complete rotisserie restoration, its professional results are nothing short of concours ready! Finished in factory code correct Sublime (FJ5) with Black High Back Bucket Seat interior (H6X9), this amazingly solid example shines from any angle! Factory features include original 340ci V8 3x2bbl engine (casting code 3577130T.A.340.8) producing a factory rated 290 horsepower, original heavy duty pistol-grip 4-speed manual transmission, special fiberglass FRESH AIR intake hood with lock down pins, rear ducktail spoiler, side exit exhaust, locking flip-top gas cap, sport mirrors with driver side remote, quick-ration steering box, heavy duty shocks & suspension that included front & rear sway bars, 3.55 Sure Grip rear axle ratio, and 15x7” Rallye wheels! Optional equipment includes Rallye gauges with in-dash 8,000rpm tachometer, 150mph speedometer, & oil pressure gauge, electric clock, center console, and added front chin spoiler!
Completed this Spring 2013, this exceptional Challenger T/A now boasts only 393 test miles driven over this past summer. It is clear to see the quality of the restoration and skill level of the painter immediately upon review! The uni-body chassis structure possesses original body date stamps, factory spot welds, crimp points, and no steel patch work at all! Every piece and component was either replaced for new where able, otherwise reconditioned to new. This includes the fully rebuilt drivetrain, suspension system, fuel system, all wiring, and more! The wheels were refinished, all chrome re-plated or replaced, and a totally new interior was fitted right down to the seatbelts. It runs and drives exactly as you would expect! Splendid! Stainless steel body and mounting hardware was used where possible. Special detail touches can be found from the engine bay stickers, correct MOPAR hoses & components, date-coded glass, all the way to the spare tire located in the trunk. Even the original transmission housing received a copy of its inspection markings found prior to the commencement of the restoration. The paint work alone totaled north of $18,000, and the outstanding results support this level of craftsmanship! A true show-worthy example.
It is being priced well below the total restoration cost, and should make for an outstanding investment for the astute MOPAR collector! We do not expect this vehicle to last long, and will certainly provide as much additional information for any buyer who inquires. And please feel welcome to schedule an appointment to review this remarkable Challenger T/A in person! We look forward to your business!
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