History
Restored in the US this vehicle was brought to Australia in 2009. The Dodge Challenger became famous after an appearance in the cult movie Vanishing Point. The first generation Dodge Challenger was a pony car built from 1970 to 1974, using the Chrysler E platform and sharing major components with the Plymouth Barracuda. Both the Challenger and Barracuda were available in a staggering number of trim and option levels and were intended to compete against cars like the Chevrolet Camaro and Ford Mustang, and to do it while offering virtually every engine in Chrysler's inventory.
The performance model was the R/T (Road/Track), with a 383 CID Magnum V8, rated at 335 bhp (249.8 kW); 300 bhp (223.7 kW) for 1971, due to a drop in compression. The standard transmission was a 3-speed manual. Optional R/T engines were the 375 bhp (279.6 kW) 440 cu in (7.2 L) Magnum, the 390 bhp (290.8 kW) 440 CID Six-Pack and the 425 bhp (316.9 kW) 426 cu in (7.0 L) Hemi.
Modifications
1971 Dodge Challenger 440
Metallic purple
Centerline wheels 17 inch front 18 inch rear, Tyres 225 and 255.
440 ci with Edelbrock RPM aluminium heads, roller rockers, mild cam,
New exhaust system, Edelbrock RPM manifold, Holley 770 avenger carb,
Msd 6a with Msd distributor, coil and leads. Headman headers,
Aftermarket chrome h/p alternator, high torque starter.
Be cool aluminium radiator. High flow air cleaner.
Brand new disc brakes on front.
Engine and gearbox has done less than 500 miles since rebuild.
Queensland personalized plates USA 440
