1969 DODGE CHALLENGER R/T MAGNUM SE HARDTOP – MANUAL (MY70) – 81,658 MILES SHOWING
Presenting in Hemi Orange (EV2) with Black interior trim.
Quite a rare offering in this part of the world, this R/T is one of 3979 units built, however even rarer were only 142 built as 440 4bbl 4 speed manuals.
The ID code in the engine bay on the LHF inner guard shows JS29 U0B 163783, this number also appears under the windscreen (bottom LH corner) and in the LHS door frame.
All the codes on that plate are explained as follows:-
Option – Decodes to
E86 – 440 -4 barrel; 375hp (gross) rating in 1970
D21 – 4-speed manual
(New Process, a bullet-proof box. Hurst shifter was standard)
JS29 – Challenger, R/T, 2-dr Sports Hardtop (a.k.a. SE)
U0B – U=440 4-bbl;
0 =last digit of model year;
B= Hamtramck (Detroit) assembly plant
163783 – Sequential build number through assembly plant, starting 100001
EV2 – Paint code – Hemi Orange
HRX9 – Interior trim : Buckets, Black leather
000 – Full door panel
A(4?)21 – Scheduled production date – Apr 21
023050 – Vehicle (Sales) order no.
V1X – Vinyl roof, black
A04 – (Basic ) Radio group
A34 – Super Track Pak:
expect Dana 60 rear axle w/ 4.10 ratio, Sure-grip
26” – radiator, 7-blade clutch-fan & fan shroud
HEMI suspension (big T-bars, biased rear springs)
A62 – Rallye instrument cluster (150mph speedo, tach, clock, variable or 3-speed wipers)
B51 – Power brakes (front discs)
C16 – Centre console (woodgrain)
C26 – Overhead ‘consolette’ w/ formed headlining
C55 – Bucket seats
G33 – Chrome LH exterior remote mirror
J45 – Hood tie-down pins
M21 – Mouldings – Roof drip-rail
M31 – Mouldings – belt-line
N41 – Dual exhaust
N42 – Chrome tips
N85 – Tachometer (std w/A62)
R11 – Radio (Basic AM only – maybe no rear speakers)
V21 – Hood performance paint (blackout)
V68 – Longitudinal stripe Delete option
Y05 – Build to USA specs
26 – HD Radiator (width)
EN2 – End of codes; vehicle built on Line 2
Powered by a 440ci (7.2Lt) V8 engine, it produced when new 279.5Kw and 654Nm of power and torque, delivered to the rear wheels via a 4 speed manual gearbox with a Hurst Pistol Grip shifter. Performance was amazing for 1970 and still is, suggesting 0-100kph in 5.6 secs and a top speed near 200kph.
This engine has had some minor modifications and sports a MoPar Performance aluminium inlet manifold which saves about 15kg
from the cast-iron production item & has better airflow together with a Holley Mech Secondary (Double-pumper) carburettor.
These modifications may help the above performance figures!
We hold a copy of the Australian Government Import Approval # APP47857 dated the 11th of November 2020.
The car is now fully road registered in South Australia.
Because of it’s year build, it is eligible in most jurisdictions for Historic or Club registration, which equates to minimal on road costs.
An ideal car for car shows and events, or just a classic cruise with friends to your favourite destination.
Available to inspect on our state of the art showroom floor in Adelaide.
We can arranger transport door to door Australia wide.
Finance – our broker offers VERY competitive rates and prompt service.
We welcome the opportunity to consider your trade in.
| Make: | Dodge |
| Model: | Challenger R/T Magnum SE Hardtop |
| Built: | 1969 |
| KM: | 81,658 Miles |
| Engine Size: | 7200cc |
| Cylinders: | 8 |
| Transmission: | Manual |
| Price: | $159,900 |