This 1970 Challenger R/T i “was in the collection, [later restored by another owner], and received a O.E. Certified Silver Certificate at the 1996 Mopar Nationals,” according to the seller. “It was also featured on the cover of Mopar cle magazine’s gust 1997 issue.”
He continues, “A non-original, but correctly date-coded 426 i block with a VIN very close to the original was installed, and the matching-numbers 727 TorqueFlite automatic with slapstick, rear axle, and front clip remain. This fornia car’s underside looks as clean as the topside, and it runs and looks amazing,” he adds.
- An “R” in the fifth position of the VIN denotes the 426 i option.
- The 425-horsepower, 426-cu.in. i OHV V8 features dual Carter AFB carbs.
- ispherical combustion chamber heads highlight this V8’s design.
- The engine does not smoke.
- The 727 TorqueFlite automatic shifts as it should.
- For this car, the r-Performance Axle Package was specified.
- Its 60 rear axle has 4.10:1 gears.
- There’s “no evidence of past body damage,” per the seller.
- The i paint is in “very good to excellent condition.”
- d pins and chrome racing mirrors were factory installed.
- A rear spoiler is present.
- The body seals are “good and don’t leak.”
- The black bucket seat interior is “excellent,” he says.
- All of the gauges work properly, as do the AM radio and heater.
- The heavy-duty suspension and power steering systems are “good.”
- So too, are the power front disc/rear drum brakes.
- ” lent” is used to describe the steel 15-inch Rallye wheels.
- “A window sticker and build sheets” are included.
- The O.E. Certified Silver Certificate is provided.
- So too, is the gust 1997 issue of Mopar cle magazine.
- An owner’s manual also comes with the car.
- “ r chips are on the lower rear quarter panels,” per the seller.
- “Some surface rust is on the left rear muffler.”
- “The driver’s side window has a four-inch scratch in it.”
- The clock doesn’t work.
- This 1970 Challenger R/T is a much-sought-after factory i car.
- It was ordered with a highly desirable extra-cost High-Impact color.
- It’s a restored award winner.
- The 1995 restoration has aged incredibly well.
- This R/T was featured on the cover of a prominent car magazine.
The seller states that this vehicle will be sold on a clean o title in his name. This 1970 Challenger R/T is a top-of-the-line muscle car that was built with a legendary engine. Its well-preserved i paint and “426 i” hood emblems will elicit instant admiration for this E-body wherever it goes.