1971 Dodge Challenger

2 Door Convertible

440 Magnum

Automatic (Shift Kit)

JH27G1B126940

Clear

Premium Fuel Only

Normal 0 false false false EN-US JA X-NONE 1971 Dodge Challenger for sale for the first time in almost thirty years from a private collection. Purchased from San Diego California in 1989, This Dodge Challenger underwent a complete, professional restoration in 2008. Dawning its original color of Plum Crazy , (paint code FC7). Under the hood is a completely rebuilt 440 bored 30 over with 480 lift cam. The motor accessories such as water pump, thermostat, starter, alternator, plugs, wires, battery, belts, hoses, power steering pump and power steering box , etc etc. were all new with the 2008 rebuild. The automatic 727 transmission was also rebuilt with a 2500 stall converter and shift kit added. The drive shaft rebuilt and balanced connected to an 8 ¾ posi traction rear end with 3:55 street gears. The bottom of the car is very solid, with a new fuel tank, factory stock 2 ½ inch exhaust to stock quad stainless steel trumpets. New Stainless steel brake and fuel lines and hoses were installed with completely new disc brakes up front and drum brakes in the rear. The trunk area is meticulous and complete with the original jack assembly and rare space saver spare tire and kit with floor mat. The trunk is solid there is no rust anywhere on the entire car. The front and rear grills were restored. The bumpers and all trim are in fantastic condition. New flip top fuel cap. The interior is in great condition. There are no cracks in the dash. It has the original AM/ FM radio with a new speaker and antenna which work fine. The door panels are great. The wood trim steering wheel is very nice. The manual convertible top is perfect, with a real glass window. Everything works, blinkers, turn signals, lights, blinkers, interior courtesy lights, dash lights, door open buzzer noise etc,, The car starts , runs, steers and stops fine. Windows roll up and down fine. The body and paint on this car are excellent. The doors trunk and hood line up very well. No waves down the side. No dings or dents anywhere. I do drive this car on rare occasion. No pulling to one side or vibrating at top speeds. I have a complete original build sheet for this car . There were only 1,774 Convertible V8 Challengers built in 1971, I’m not sure how many were painted Plum Crazy. I have many more pictures. I welcome you to inspect this car at your convenience, but only while the auction is active. This fine automobile will not leave the premises until all funds are cleared and it is paid for in full. I can hold the car for a brief period of time if needed. Please make arrangements to transport the car if not picking it up in person. This is an American muscle car, no disappointments here.