1971 Dodge Challenger

Highlights

• Comprehensively restored in 2016/17 by Don Franklin Chrysler
• Serviced annually by Ric Wood Motorsport, as seen on Car SOS
• Tuned on a rolling road
• Featured in Hot Milk's video 'The American Machine'

The Appeal

The 1971 Dodge Challenger is arguably one of the most iconic muscle cars of all time, combining aggressive styling with genuine performance credentials that made it a symbol of pure, golden age Americana. As one of the most legendary cars from the golden era of Detroit iron, the Challenger has become increasingly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts worldwide - a time before ever-tightening regulations ruined the fun.

This particular example benefits from a comprehensive restoration completed in 2016/17 by Don Franklin Chrysler. Since its importation to the UK in 2022, the car has been entrusted to the care of Ric Wood Motorsport who rebuild engines for the TV show Car SOS, who has serviced it annually and tuned it on a rolling road to ensure optimal performance. The current owner has invested significantly in the car, including a complete electrical re-wire with new dash harness, new rear shock absorbers, brake calipers, discs and pads, plus a new fuel pump and air/fuel regulator.

With its Hemi Orange engine block, power steering, and four-wheel disc brakes, this is the ideal car for those seeking a generous slice of American muscle with documented restoration history and a rather unique bit of provenance with its mechanic. Not one to miss!

History and Paperwork

• USA market car first registered in 1971
• Comprehensively restored in 2016/17 by Don Franklin Chrysler
• Raffled off in 2018 at 'Somernites Cruise' in Kentucky
• Imported into the UK in 2022
• Now registered on UK plates
• MOT exempt
• Serviced annually by Ric Wood Motorsport, as seen on Car SOS
• Tuned on rolling road by Ric Wood
• Often used for promo and marketing work
• Featured in Hot Milk's music video 'The American Machine'

The Condition

• New tyres and full size spare
• The vendor reports the paintwork to be in very good condition with minimal chips around door
• No significant dents or dings
• Fresh underneath with chrome reported as appearing free from notable defects
• Black RT decals on the bonnet and sides
• Interior is well-presented
• Minor split in dash padding, otherwise reported as appearing in very good order
• Carpet and mats in good condition
• Seats comfortable and the vendor states they are in very good condition
• All dials and heater in full working order
• Modern aftermarket temperature and oil pressure gauges discreetly added
• Full electrical re-wire since importation including new dash harness
• New rear shock absorbers, brake calipers, discs and pads fitted since importation
• New fuel pump and air/fuel regulator fitted
• Very useable classic ready to show and drive

The Mechanics

• 5.2-litre small block V8 engine
• Three-speed automatic transmission
• Hemi Orange engine block
• Power steering
• Disc brakes on all corners
• The vendor reports that the car starts every time and runs well
• They further note it ticks over perfectly with good oil pressure and temperature

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