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Dodge built nearly 105,000 Chargers for the 1969 model year, up over 8,800 units from 1968. It was living proof that the appetite for V8 muscle was still strong, so the new Charger wasn't substantially different, though it came with new taillights and a new grille.
The Hemi engine remained the icing on the Charger cake, but the car was still available with the much lazier six-cylinder mill.
The 225 slant-six remained the grocery-getter on the Charger, while the 318 was the standard V8. The lineup included several other V8 options, such as the 383, available on this model year with 2- and 4-barrel setups. The 440 big block was the alternative to the Hemi (though it's safe to say nothing can replace the famous 426).
eBay seller brale-91 recently listed a 1969 Dodge Charger still flexing a matching-numbers setup whose only problem is that it's torn down.
The vehicle was taken apart for a restoration, so it's now looking for a new owner who can put it back together and restore everything to a tip-top shape.
The car is no longer original, as it already comes with aftermarket quarter panels, and I believe you'll discover more changes upon an in-person inspection.
However, you can tell it's an easy project by just checking the photo showing the Charger before it was disassembled. The body doesn't exhibit heavy rust damage, and all the big parts are still in place, including the divided grille (new for this model year).
Further photos suggest the owner has already started the body overhaul, though the close-ups don't let us decrypt too many specifics. They fixed some rust problems, but you'll be able to accurately determine the current point of the restoration when checking out the Charger live.
While most mechanical parts are in place, it's unclear how much of the cabin is still around. A 1969 Charger with a complete interior is typically even more desirable, as it reduces the time spent by the car from the beginning of the restoration to the return to the road. Such Chargers can become daily drivers quickly, especially if they don't lack many parts.
The owner won't sell their project cheaply, but how long the bidding must go to unlock the reserve is unclear. The top offer at the time of writing is $5,200, and the reserve is still in place. You'll have to travel to Edwardsville, Illinois, to see the Charger parts in person, but putting it back together will continue in your garage.
The listing will expire in less than a week, and considering the Charger receives more exposure, you should contact the seller to book a visual inspection of the project as soon as possible.
The 225 slant-six remained the grocery-getter on the Charger, while the 318 was the standard V8. The lineup included several other V8 options, such as the 383, available on this model year with 2- and 4-barrel setups. The 440 big block was the alternative to the Hemi (though it's safe to say nothing can replace the famous 426).
eBay seller brale-91 recently listed a 1969 Dodge Charger still flexing a matching-numbers setup whose only problem is that it's torn down.
The vehicle was taken apart for a restoration, so it's now looking for a new owner who can put it back together and restore everything to a tip-top shape.
The car is no longer original, as it already comes with aftermarket quarter panels, and I believe you'll discover more changes upon an in-person inspection.
However, you can tell it's an easy project by just checking the photo showing the Charger before it was disassembled. The body doesn't exhibit heavy rust damage, and all the big parts are still in place, including the divided grille (new for this model year).
Further photos suggest the owner has already started the body overhaul, though the close-ups don't let us decrypt too many specifics. They fixed some rust problems, but you'll be able to accurately determine the current point of the restoration when checking out the Charger live.
While most mechanical parts are in place, it's unclear how much of the cabin is still around. A 1969 Charger with a complete interior is typically even more desirable, as it reduces the time spent by the car from the beginning of the restoration to the return to the road. Such Chargers can become daily drivers quickly, especially if they don't lack many parts.
The owner won't sell their project cheaply, but how long the bidding must go to unlock the reserve is unclear. The top offer at the time of writing is $5,200, and the reserve is still in place. You'll have to travel to Edwardsville, Illinois, to see the Charger parts in person, but putting it back together will continue in your garage.
The listing will expire in less than a week, and considering the Charger receives more exposure, you should contact the seller to book a visual inspection of the project as soon as possible.
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