Photo: Garage Kept Motors
It was indeed the '69 Dodge Charger that was used in Dukes of Hazzard back in the day; only this copy is not part of the batch that enjoyed screen time. Mind you, it replicates the looks of the real General Lee so well that you'll probably trick most people into thinking it's worth more money than it actually is.
Finished in orange and decorated by the '01' decals on the doors and the controversial confederate flag on the roof, this Dodge Charger comes with an all-black interior and was signed by the movie cast and crew. It appears to have been properly maintained over the years, yet since it lacks some of that perfect shine, it does need some TLC.
It is part of the second generation that was made across the United States from the 1968 to the 1970 model year, with assembly taking place at the Michigan, Hamtramck, Los Angeles, and St. Louis facilities, it is related to the era's Coronet and several Plymouths, including the famous Road Runner. The automaker used to offer it with a fine selection of V8s, including a HEMI lump, and it also came with a straight-six under the hood in the entry-level configuration. The transmissions of choice included three-speed units in both two- and three-pedal configurations, which delivered the thrust to the rear wheels.
As for the pictured Dodge Charger, it uses the 383 ci. It is a 6.3-liter V8 that used to be offered in two versions, with two- and four-barrel carburetors. The former was good for 290 horsepower, and the latter came with 330 horsepower and is said to have been unique to this model back in 1969. Sure, one may argue that its performance is anything but neck-snapping, as we now have hatchbacks that are far more powerful and faster. However, they should also keep in mind that this muscle car came out in the same year when man first stepped on the Moon, and it is an old-timer. Still, if extra oomph is on your mind, then we're certain you could stuff a modern Hellcat engine under the hood and make it new-gen supercar quick.
On a second thought, it may not be financially worth it, considering that you could buy a brand-new Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Widebody Jailbreak for about as much as this '69 example. The 2023 model has an MSRP of $82,650, and with the dealer fees and destination, you're realistically looking at close to $90,000 for a base copy. That's precisely how much this classic Charger costs, as the Garage Kept Motors ad reveals a buy-it-now price of $89,900. Is it worth it to you? And if not, how much would you pay to make it yours? Let us know your thoughts about this fake General Lee in the comments area below.
It is part of the second generation that was made across the United States from the 1968 to the 1970 model year, with assembly taking place at the Michigan, Hamtramck, Los Angeles, and St. Louis facilities, it is related to the era's Coronet and several Plymouths, including the famous Road Runner. The automaker used to offer it with a fine selection of V8s, including a HEMI lump, and it also came with a straight-six under the hood in the entry-level configuration. The transmissions of choice included three-speed units in both two- and three-pedal configurations, which delivered the thrust to the rear wheels.
As for the pictured Dodge Charger, it uses the 383 ci. It is a 6.3-liter V8 that used to be offered in two versions, with two- and four-barrel carburetors. The former was good for 290 horsepower, and the latter came with 330 horsepower and is said to have been unique to this model back in 1969. Sure, one may argue that its performance is anything but neck-snapping, as we now have hatchbacks that are far more powerful and faster. However, they should also keep in mind that this muscle car came out in the same year when man first stepped on the Moon, and it is an old-timer. Still, if extra oomph is on your mind, then we're certain you could stuff a modern Hellcat engine under the hood and make it new-gen supercar quick.
On a second thought, it may not be financially worth it, considering that you could buy a brand-new Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Widebody Jailbreak for about as much as this '69 example. The 2023 model has an MSRP of $82,650, and with the dealer fees and destination, you're realistically looking at close to $90,000 for a base copy. That's precisely how much this classic Charger costs, as the Garage Kept Motors ad reveals a buy-it-now price of $89,900. Is it worth it to you? And if not, how much would you pay to make it yours? Let us know your thoughts about this fake General Lee in the comments area below.
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