If push came to shove and I was forced to pick my favorite muscle car, the First Generation Charger would get the nod. Its styling is appealing, its interior lifts it above its competition, and this car’s Hemi/4-speed combination provides mind-blowing performance. However, while ’67 Chargers with those mechanical components are rare, this one has an extra option that makes it a genuine 1-of-12 classic. I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder Mitchell G. for spotting the Charger listed here on eBay in Yukon, Oklahoma. The seller set their BIN at $125,000 with the option to make an offer.

Dodge released the First Generation Charger in 1966 as its entry into the muscle car sector. It remained in production for two years before the company unveiled its replacement that lacked some of its predecessor’s luxury touches, but came with a lower sticker price. This second-year example recently underwent a restoration that has left it in exceptional condition. The seller followed a faithful path, ensuring the car was rust-free and arrow straight before applying a fresh coat of its factory Bright Red to the exterior. As a result of that effort, there isn’t really anything worth criticizing, because the paint retains a depth of color and shine that guarantees it will draw crowds like moths to a flame, while the bright trim and glass appear virtually perfect. The Charger sits on a set of Magnum 500s, but the seller includes the correct steelies and spinner hubcaps for those preferring authenticity. However, there is one additional feature that sets this Charger apart, and is the reason why the seller claims that it is a 1-of-12 vehicle. It is very subtle, but this Dodge features the factory low-profile NASCAR rear spoiler. I admit that I have never seen one before, and it would be interesting to learn whether the seller holds documentation confirming that the car was ordered with this option.

Even if we leave the spoiler aside, this Charger’s mechanical specifications are not only rare, but they will provide astounding performance. The seller confirms that this beast features its numbers-matching 426ci Hemi V8, four-speed manual transmission, and Dana 3.54 Sure Grip rear end. Add power assistance for the steering and brakes into the equation, and the driver doesn’t need to be built like The Incredible Hulk to handle this beast. The Hemi churns out an incredible 425hp and 490 ft/lbs of torque, helping to explain how it has earned legendary status. It is worth noting that with Charger sales dropping in 1967 compared to the previous year, only fifty-eight buyers combined the Hemi and four-speed in that model year. Potential buyers can consider this a turnkey proposition. The mechanical components were professionally rebuilt during the restoration, allowing the car to run and drive perfectly.

What set the First Generation Charger apart from the competition was its interior. Buyers received four bucket seats, with the rear seats folding flat for increased luggage space. A full-length console provided plenty of storage space, and the electroluminescent gauge cluster is one of the best to ever find its way into a production car. Of course, those items added to production costs and pushed up the sticker price, which is why Dodge adopted a more mainstream approach with its successor. The recent restoration included an interior retrim in White vinyl. As with the exterior, it appears factory-fresh. There are no faults or imperfections, and no evidence of aftermarket additions.

While I haven’t been able to confirm it beyond doubt, I find the seller’s claim that this 1967 Charger is 1-of-12 fitted with a Hemi/4-speed and the NASCAR spoiler to be plausible. We’ve seen a few First Generation Chargers over the years at Barn Finds, and I don’t remember another with that feature. If that can be proven beyond doubt, and it can be confirmed that the original owner ordered it with the spoiler, that makes it a rare creature indeed. The price isn’t in what many would consider the affordable zone, but it is realistic. Are you tempted to contact the seller to pursue this muscle car further? I won’t blame you if you do.