1970 dodge charger 500 hardtop Original Unmolested Survivor 383 Magnum A/T
Vehicle Description
PLEASE, read this ad completely before contacting me. I have included as much information as possible to tell the story of this one-of-a-kind B-body Mopar .
This is an all-original, unmolested survivor that has spent its entire life in Northern California. I purchased this car eleven years ago from the family of the original owner. At the time the car had 82,000 original miles on it. The odometer currently reads 86,700.
This car has been garaged the entire time that I’ve owned it. I’ve driven this car around 400 miles per year, mostly in the Sonoma area. I know this car inside and out, and of all of the many cars that I’ve owned during my lifetime, this is easily one of the most beautiful and fun cars I’ve ever owned.
The lucky new owner could do what I’ve done, which is keep it garaged, tinker on it, and then enjoy it on the weekends. Or they could do a complete restoration, either all at once or in steps. Regardless, this car has never failed me (except for repeated front suspension issues, which I recently addressed).
While there is some rust under the vinyl top and in the trunk pan, the undercarriage, frame rails, and body panels are straight and rust free.
I would trust this car to get me anywhere, anytime.
The details:
Vehicle: 1970 Dodge Charger 500
Engine: 335 horse 383 Magnum 4bbl
Transmission: 727 Torqueflite
Rearend: 3.23 Sure grip
Mileage (original): 86,700
Decoded Fender Tag
Car line:
X - Dodge Charger (B body)
Price class:
P - Premium
Third and fourth digits = body style:
29 - 2 Door Sports Hardtop
Engine:
N - 383 1-4BBL 8 Cylinder "B" engine (High Performance)
Year:
0 - 1970
Assembly plant:
C - Jefferson, MI (or G, St. Louis, MO)
Sequence number: 247598
Decoded build sheet:
A01: Light Package
A04: Basic (Radio) Group
B51: Power Brakes
C21: Center Front Seat Cushion
C55: Bucket Seats
C93 Carpeting
C6XA: Trim - Charger, Vinyl Bucket Seats, Charcoal/Black
D32: Heavy Duty Automatic Transmission
D53 3.23:1 Ratio Axle
E63: 383 cid 4 barrel V8 H.P. 335hp
FY4: Light Gold Poly Exterior Color
G33: LH Remote Racing Mirror
H31 Rear Defogger 3,078 built 11.3%
J15 Cigarette Lighter
J25: 3 Speed Wipers
L05 Map/Courtesy Lamp
L11 Glove Box Lamp
L31: Hood/Fender Mounted Turn Signals
L25 Trunk Compartment Lamp
M21: Roof drip rail moldings
M31: Belt Moldings
R22: AM Radio with 8 Track (10 Watts)
V1X: Full Vinyl Top, Black
623: Build Date: June 23, 1970
Order number: 090335
Upgrades and repairs:
Wilwood front disc brakes
Electronic ignition w/ Firewire spark plugs
2 ½” Flowmaster exhaust
Rear anti-sway bar
Wheel Vintiques 54 Series Magnum 500 Chrome Wheels
15x8 front
15x10 rear
Heavy duty radiator
Master brake cylinder
BF Goodrich radial T/A redline tires
Front tires are brand new
Recent major front end work
New front tires
Sway bar bushings
Lower ball joints
Upper control arm bushings
Upper ball joints
Alignment
Extras:
Original owner’s manual
Original build sheet
Reproduction window sticker
Original 2 sets of keys
Car cover
Box of new parts:
Gauges
Rubber weatherproof moldings
Hood insulation
Miscellaneous receipts and registration records
The bad:
There is a two-inch rust hole in the trunk pan, some rust under the vinyl roof, and in the common areas where moisture accumulates in the corners of the windows. Note, that this is minimal rust on the usual areas. All body panels, frame rails, and undercarriage are rust-free and intact. I will provide additional photos of the affected areas upon request.
The driver’s side window fell off of the window track and is inside the door.
The carpet and interior need to be replaced.
The price:
$60,000 or the best offer. PLEASE, I know what I have (Original B body Mopar) and I’ve watched this car steadily appreciate. I also know what's out there for sale. If the asking price seems too high, you are welcome to look at the car and make me an offer.
I will coordinate any mechanical inspections or transportation needs with the buyer.
