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1971 Dodge Challenger 340 Conv, Auto, Ac, H-code, Two Fender Tags, Buildsheet!!! on 2040-cars

Year:1971 Mileage:49897
Location:

United States

United States

**** 1971 Dodge Challenger 340 Conv ****

 

If you are looking for great running and driving Mopar E-Body drop-top I challenge you to find a better example under $40k.  This was born and raised H-code 340 Dodge Challenger convertible and it has GREAT documentation – check out the details below!


  • 1970 NOM Engine – this is running a 1970 FORGED CRANK 340 – pumping out a little more than the factory rated 275hp – 1,000 miles since the build.
  • 727 Torqueflite Automatic Transmission - recent build with mild shift kit
  • Suregrip 8-3/4” rear (3:55 gears) - perfect!
  • The color was changed in the 90’s to FC7 Plum Crazy Purple – the car was an original Butterscotch car.
  • Original BUILD SHEET & TWO FENDER TAG car!

This is one of the most optioned out  E-body rag-tops ever built according to Galen. 

Options include Power Steering, Power Front Disc Brakes, T/A Challenger quick ratio steering box, AM-FM, Cassette Player- Recorder, Power Windows, Power Top, Buckets, Console, very rare Chrome package, Luggage Rack, etc. 

20 years ago, during the restoration the previous owner added the Go-Wing, a Tuff Wheel, and the Side Rallye Scoops.

PAINT, BODY, FRAME & SUSPENSION

The car was restored about 20 years ago and still presents itself pretty well. The technology of the time was not what it is today. The rear quarters have been replaced, the trunk drops were not available then so they remain original and in need of repair. The typical E-Body Dutchman panel cracking is evident but not too bad. The rockers where the quarters were welded could’ve been done better. There is a spot on the driver’s door where the paint is cracked probably due to either bad prep or filler. There is a patch in the trunk floor; there is rust in one of the wheel houses and a small hole in the front frame rail on the passenger side. All these issues have been like this since the car was purchased by the current owner (15 years ago). The car looks, runs, drives, and handles wonderfully and will bring the next owner many years of enjoyment.

The suspension is all good and functions as new and entire braking system is 100%, very solid, tight, and the quick ratio steering makes the highway on ramps very fun!


GLASS, CHROME AND TRIM

The glass looks to be original glass maybe with the exception of the windshield, all power windows operate well and line-up perfectly.  The front and rear bumpers are in very good condition.  The stainless trim is in great shape, the headlight bezels, grille, emblems, and mirrors are all amazing. All lighting works; the high/low beams, dome light, reverse lights, tail lights, parking lights, turn signals, four-way flashers, glove light, trunk light, and the license plate light. The top is in GREAT shape and looks new, glass rear window – the power top operates very well, no issues there. The “parade boot” fits nicely and is in good shape. The car has the jack assembly and space save spare with fill canister.

  

INTERIOR

The white vinyl interior is 100% complete and in wonderful condition, mostly new from what I can see. The seats have been recovered and new seat foams ensure your correct view over the dashboard. The console and glove compartment doors operate well; the seat belts all work, the dash lights are bright; all the gauges report in correctly, the AM-FM radio and speakers all work great, the playing speed on the cassette seems a bit slow, the wipers, horn, etc. all work well. The HVAC controls work on all fan settings and blows hot, and the AC runs nice and cool. All factory gauges work and operate correctly – these Rallye Gauge Clusters are great looking in these cars. 

 

DRIVE TRAIN

The NOM 1970 340 has excellent power and runs extremely smooth and is very easy to drive.  The motor does not smoke, tick or make any noises… again it runs great with no issues, it was rebuilt to stock specs during the resto. The transmission is NOT the original 727 transmission. It shifts excellent through the gears and is an absolute blast to drive!  If you get a little aggressive she’ll reward you with a nice, firm, “chirp” in between the gears… The car stays cool even in stop and go traffic.  The 8-3/4” SureGrip rear-end is running a set of 3:55 gears and yes, being a SureGrip; it’s an “Posi” rear.


Documents include TWO Fender tags, the ORIGINAL broadcast sheet (buildsheet), original sales brochure.

 

 

If you have any questions before, during or after the sale, do not hesitate to contact us.

I encourage prospective buyers, their buyer's agents or inspectors to come and see this car in person. 

At Vintage Cars Online, LLC. - We're car guys, we love what we do, and you'll know it the first time you talk to us.

We appreciate you giving us the opportunity to earn your business!

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