Documented Numbers Matching Restored 1 of 211 Charger R/T 426 HEMI 4 Speed
1968 Dodge Charger R/T
Technical specifications of Dodge Charger 1968 | |
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Price: | - |
Condition: | Used |
Item location: | Charlotte, North Carolina, United States |
Make: | Dodge |
Model: | Charger |
SubModel: | R/T |
Type: | Other |
Doors: | 2 |
Year: | 1968 |
Mileage: | 25856 |
Color: | Other |
Transmission: | Manual |
Interior color: | Black |
Vehicle Title: | Clear |
You are interested? | Contact the seller! |
Car description |
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SUMMARY
3-owner Massachusetts car2-year rotisserie restoration completed in 2013 / Many original parts1 of only 211 1968 Chargers equipped with a Hemi/4-speed drivetrainOriginal 426 cubic inch Hemi V8 / Original 4-speed manual transmissionOriginal sheetmetal / Correct Bronze Metallic paint / Correct black accentsMostly original interior / Correct power windowsSale includes an original broadcast sheet, n original fender tag and restoration documentsCorrect Dana 60 rear axle / Correct 3.54 gearsCorrect power steering / Correct power front disc and rear drum brakesCorrect Hemi suspensionAs dedicated gearheads who sweat 30-weight motor oil, e strive to deliver the finest investment grade muscle cars on the planet. And this spectacular Dodge Charger R/T, of only 211 cars equipped with a Hemi/4-speed drivetrain for the 1968 model year, s pretty much the definition of investment grade. Wrapping that original Hemi/4-speed drivetrain in a roster of rare options, any original parts and classy Bronze Metallic paint, his incredible MoPar combines some of the nastiest muscle your money can buy with one of the best looking packages to ever prowl American streets! And what's better: it's a fully documented, -owner classic that, resh out of a 2-year, otisserie restoration, as never been offered for public sale. We know you've been patiently watching our inventory turn, aiting for the definitive blue chip MoPar. Well, ere it is!
BODYWORK/TRIM
The beneficiary of a highly detailed, otisserie restoration that was completed in 2013, his fully sorted Charger mixes killer street presence with classic MoPar attitude. Residing in Massachusetts for the entirety of its 47-year existence, he car was purchased by its second owner at a neighborhood yard sale in the summer of 1984. That owner, ntent on conducting a slow and steady restoration, ventually ended his plight two decades later when the car's current owner purchased what amounted to a rust-free, riginal body and many boxes of parts. And, own but not out, his mighty Dodge would spend the next eight years safely packed away, ith 2012 kicking off a 2-year, o-holds-barred restoration. The car's arrow-straight body, hich is original metal save for a few patches in its rear window channel, as completely stripped, ightly massaged and thoroughly block-sanded into a collection of virtually flawless surfaces. Once those surfaces were completely clean and fully prepped, heir all-business demeanor was reanimated in smooth DuPont 2-stage that reflects correct Bronze Metallic pigment. And today, his exclusive, ust worthy classic rolls as a spectacular 'show and go' piece that's so much fun it'll make you feel guilty!
There's just something about a broad-shouldered Dodge that appeals to pretty much everyone. Whether it's 'wow factor', sense of strength or simple surface detailing, his coupe's hard-edged, odernist panels convey classic Chrysler charm via clean and chiseled aesthetics. At the front of the car, n original, ual-port grille hangs a bright "Charger R/T" script between a body-width bumper, rtfully hidden headlights and round, ratzog-branded marker lamps. Above that grille, scalloped hood leads the eye to like-new glass that's sandwiched between a correct vinyl roof, raditional silver wipers and original stainless trim. At the sides of that hood, faceted profile centers "Charger" and "HEMI" badging between Chrysler door handles, tylish chrome mirrors and a familiar 'pit stop' fuel filler. And at the back of that profile, correct bumblebee stripe frames small taillights, prominent "Charger R/T" emblem, second body-width bumper and clean stainless exhaust tips.
ENGINE
Toss the car's long hood and you'll find an original, 26 cubic inch Hemi V8 that displays a famous 2468330 casting number and January (1) 15th (15) 1968 (68) casting date below a matching partial VIN. As the Dodge division's top option for power hungry gearheads, hrysler's legendary elephant motor utilizes cast iron heads, n oversquare bore, forged steel crank, orged steel rods, orged aluminum pistons and a hydraulic cam to twist stout 10.25 to 1 compression into a stated 425 horsepower and 490 lb./ft. of torque. All that high performance hardware spins in a glossy, emi Orange block that hangs attractive, rganisol-coated valve covers over correct, ow-restriction exhaust manifolds. Chrome-cased original carburetors, ebuilt by Harms Auto of Spokane Valley, ashington, ork with a high performance, ast iron intake to supply a perfect mixture of fuel and air. Compression is sparked by high quality Chrysler Electronic Suppression cables, hich are jolted by an original, actory-tagged distributor. And resultant combustion is cooled by an original, 6-inch radiator that's fitted with fresh hoses and old school squeeze clamps. Visually, he car's Bronze engine compartment is clean and understated... Well, s understated as a classic Hemi can be. Thanks to a thorough rebuild, onducted by the experts at Hemi Haines, he car performs just as well as when it rolled out of the showroom. And there's quite a few restored, riginal parts, ike an old school fuel pump, rebuilt alternator, rebuilt starter and a rebuilt wiper motor.
DRIVETRAIN/SUSPENSION
Under this pillarless B-Body, lossy floors frame a solid chassis that's been massaged far beyond factory standards. Like its Hemi V8, he car's original 4-speed, hich is branded with a matching partial VIN, eeded very little work to be in tight, ike-new condition. That stalwart gearbox sends power to a correct Dana 60 rear end, hich is equipped with correct 3.54 gears. At the front of the car, hrysler's beefy Hemi suspension utilizes original torsion bars, n A12 sway bar and original power steering components to make quick work of big bumps and tight curves. At the back of the car, hat same Hemi suspension hangs original, orrectly staggered springs at the sides of a leak-free fuel tank. Stops come courtesy of correct power front disc and rear drum brakes. Exhaust is handled by correct, rue-dual pipes, hich bend around an original, -shaped crossover, actory replacement mufflers and original resonators. And all this MoPar goodness rolls on original steel wheels, hich spin 225/70R15 BF Goodrich redlines around Bronze paint and fratzog-branded center caps.
INTERIOR
Inside this awesome Dodge you'll find a well-fitted interior that, ith the exception of carpet and headliner material, s completely original. The firm front bucket and rear bench seats display no significant signs of wear. In front of those thrones, crack-free dash hangs rebuilt factory gauges beside a correct radio delete. At the bottom of that dash, ike-new carpet centers "HEMI" branded floor mats on a long Hurst shifter and stainless-trimmed console. At the sides of that carpet, lashy door panels hang straight armrests, actory power windows and pliable map pockets under bright trim and orange-tinged "Charger" emblems. Above those panels, ld school shoulder belts frame a tight, lack headliner. In front of the driver, vintage steering wheel spins a satin horn ring around a monochromatic centerpiece. And behind the passengers, professionally restored trunk anchors a bias-ply spare between a fresh decklid decal, correct jack and a plaid mat.
HISTORICAL INFORMATION
Since our sale includes both an original Broadcast Sheet and an original fender tag, here's no questioning this Charger's highly accurate restoration. Here's a detailed look at how the car rolled out of Chrysler's Dodge Main manufacturing facility:
FENDER TAG:
CAR: Dodge Charger R/T 2-door sports hardtopENGINE: 426 cubic inch Hemi V8 that's equipped with two 4-barrel carburetorsTRANSMISSION: Floor-shifted 4-speed manualTIRES: F70x15 red stripe tiresMODEL YEAR: 1968BUILD DATE: June 12th, 968AXLE: Dana 60/8.75-inch rear end that's fitted with a Sure Grip differential and 3.54/3.55 gears INTERIOR: Black Charger Trim Grade interior that's fitted with vinyl bucket seatsPAINT: Bronze Metallic paintOTHER: Equipped with Black door frames and a Black Bumble-bee sport stripe
MOLDINGS:
25: Drip rail moldings30: Body belt moldings78: Wheel lip moldingsABC OPTIONS:
A1: 26-inch radiatorD9: Front disc brakesH1: Power brakesK8: Power windowsN8: Rear window defoggerT7: TachometerX2: Tinted windshieldY6: Black vinyl topabc OPTIONS:
a6: Consoleb4: Bucket seatsh7: Fender or hood-mounted turn signal indicatorsk7: Manually operated passenger's outside mirrorm6: Remote operated driver's outside mirroru1: Sold car when builtBROADCAST SHEET:
X: Dodge ChargerS: R/T29: 2-door sports hardtopJ: 426 cubic inch Hemi V88: 1968 model yearB: Manufactured in Hamtramck, ichigan (Dodge Main)MM1: Bronze Metallic paint306: Black vinyl top310: Bumble-bee accent stripeC: Charger Trim Grade6: Vinyl bucket seatsX: Black interior073: 426 cubic inch Hemi V8 that's equipped with two 4-barrel carburetors393: 4-speed manual transmission406: Dana 60 rear end that's equipped with 3.54 gears408: Sure Grip differential415: Heater that's complete with a defroster418: Rear window defroster045: F70x15 red stripe tires451: Power brakes456: Power steering458: Power windows479: Front disc brakes480: Dual horns483: Bumper Guard Group486: Console487: Cigarette lighter503: Carpeting509: Glovebox lock511: Map light514: Glovebox lamp515: Ashtray lamp516: Trunk lamp517: Hood/fender-mounted turn signals522: Tinted windshield533: Headrests536: Remote outside mirror537: Manual outside mirror538: Locking gas cap535: Drip rail moldings540: Belt moldings548: Wheel lip moldings564: Bucket seats without headrests565: Rear armrest571: Steering wheel that features a full horn ring577: Tachometer589: 3-speed wipers562: Heavy duty rear seat691: Expedite363: Special Trim Package648: Hemi suspensionOUR SALE INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTATION AND ACCESSORIES
The aforementioned Broadcast SheetThe car's original fender tagA Bill of Sale from when the car's first owner sold to its second ownerRestoration receiptsRestoration photosA can of touch-up paintWith a top-notch, umbers-matching drivetrain, list of rare options and correct Bronze on Black aesthetics, his highly original MoPar combines explosive appeal with boundless investment potential. It's clean. It's correct. And best of all, our hard-earned money is buying a car that's poised to continue gaining value. If you're in the market for some stunning Detroit metal that as nice as it is exclusive, his Charger is your next classic!