Photo: Bogdan Popa/autoevolution/eBay seller limo1818
The R/T was the big star of the Charger show in 1970, but it's safe to say that finding one today isn't as hard as it sounds. Dodge produced approximately 10,000 units, and many are still around these days, sometimes in a condition that makes them incredibly expensive.
Someone on eBay has posted what could easily become the next best thing. And a lot more affordable, that is.
Their Charger 500 doesn't exhibit a perfect shape, but this rough condition is precisely what makes it more intriguing. It has rust in the usual places, so you should put it on a lift and inspect the undersides. The floors are likely wrecked, and the trunk pan might require major patches or a full replacement, but the only way to accurately determine these tidbits is to inspect the car live.
While the photos speak for themselves and serve as confirmation of the vehicle's rough shape, the Dodge Charger comes with intriguing news under the hood, too.
A highly potent 383 2-barrel is in charge of putting the wheels in motion. eBay seller limo1818 says the mill still drives and runs, though it's unclear if this is the original engine or not. If it is, it makes the Dodge Charger even more compelling, especially as it brings it closer to an all-original survivor.
The restoration work is already underway, with the owner explaining the vehicle has a new rebuilt carburetor, a new fuel pump, and a new fuel tank. It's one of the reasons the Charger starts, runs, and drives, but the vehicle can't yet be considered road-worthy. The brakes aren't good, so you won't be able to take the car for a spin on public roads.
The interior will require plenty of work, and it looks like the dash has already been cut. The passenger's seat is missing, and without an in-person inspection, it's difficult to tell how much time you'll have to spend online searching for parts. The owner says they already have someone to provide the buyer with the missing components, making a potential restoration easier.
Now, let's talk money. As anyone can easily anticipate, this Charger can't sell cheaply, especially considering that it's ticking all the essential boxes for a complete restoration. It still has an engine, maybe not the original one, but it starts, runs, and drives, bringing the vehicle a step closer to its highly anticipated return to the road.
The seller posted the car on eBay with a $21,000 price tag, but they also enabled the Make Offer button to discuss other deals. Unsurprisingly, the vehicle has received much attention lately, with 75 people currently monitoring the listing. You can see the Charger in person in Placerville, California.
Their Charger 500 doesn't exhibit a perfect shape, but this rough condition is precisely what makes it more intriguing. It has rust in the usual places, so you should put it on a lift and inspect the undersides. The floors are likely wrecked, and the trunk pan might require major patches or a full replacement, but the only way to accurately determine these tidbits is to inspect the car live.
While the photos speak for themselves and serve as confirmation of the vehicle's rough shape, the Dodge Charger comes with intriguing news under the hood, too.
A highly potent 383 2-barrel is in charge of putting the wheels in motion. eBay seller limo1818 says the mill still drives and runs, though it's unclear if this is the original engine or not. If it is, it makes the Dodge Charger even more compelling, especially as it brings it closer to an all-original survivor.
The restoration work is already underway, with the owner explaining the vehicle has a new rebuilt carburetor, a new fuel pump, and a new fuel tank. It's one of the reasons the Charger starts, runs, and drives, but the vehicle can't yet be considered road-worthy. The brakes aren't good, so you won't be able to take the car for a spin on public roads.
The interior will require plenty of work, and it looks like the dash has already been cut. The passenger's seat is missing, and without an in-person inspection, it's difficult to tell how much time you'll have to spend online searching for parts. The owner says they already have someone to provide the buyer with the missing components, making a potential restoration easier.
Now, let's talk money. As anyone can easily anticipate, this Charger can't sell cheaply, especially considering that it's ticking all the essential boxes for a complete restoration. It still has an engine, maybe not the original one, but it starts, runs, and drives, bringing the vehicle a step closer to its highly anticipated return to the road.
The seller posted the car on eBay with a $21,000 price tag, but they also enabled the Make Offer button to discuss other deals. Unsurprisingly, the vehicle has received much attention lately, with 75 people currently monitoring the listing. You can see the Charger in person in Placerville, California.
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