The R/T was the hottest incarnation of the second-generation Dodge Chargers. With a 375 hp 440 cubic inch “Magnum” V8, there was no faster Charger unless it had the famed 426 Hemi. This ’70 Charger R/T has been owned by the same family since the new, first purchased by the seller’s grandfather. It was repainted several years ago but has been dormant for some time since. Located in Cincinnati, Ohio, this beautiful Mopar is available here on eBay where the opening bid of $70,000 has yet to be submitted, while the “Buy It Now” price is $91,000.
After a banner sales year in 1969, Charger production was off a bit in 1970. But more than 9.500 of the R/T Chargers would roll out the door. Almost all of them had the 440 V8 as just over 100 copies were equipped with the Hemi. That’s what the seller’s grandfather wanted, but when he found out you couldn’t get factory air conditioning with a Hemi, he opted for the almost-as-potent 440. As far as options go, this one seems to have had the book thrown at it in terms what you could order back then.
The Hemi Orange paint was redone on this Dodge in the 1980s, but the black vinyl top and matching interior either are original or appear to be. The vehicle is 99% rust-free (per the seller), but there is some bubbling on one of the rocker panels. But otherwise, the vehicle should look quite impressive when cleaned up as it’s been sitting idle. The seller drove the vehicle while he/she was in high school, so the history of the automobile is available for the asking.
Sadly, the original documentation for this vehicle was not retained when new since nobody realized how important they might be one day. So, there is no build sheet or window sticker to back up the car’s credentials, although the fender trim tag is still around but not attached. The automobile may have stayed local all its life as it originated from a Dodge dealer in Cincy when it was new. Once tuned up (or whatever it will take to get it going), this should be a nice driver as a restoration seems to be something that can wait.
Wow buddy had one from Midwest salt end it’s life
I had a 68 charger RT with a 446 pack under the hood love that car till I got hit by a drunk driver while I was parked. Couldn’t save it miss it. She’ll think about it every now and then when I see one of these that was real muscle back then
Sales dropped considerably for 1970 with the new styling. I wonder if sales would have been higher if Dodge simply continued the styling of the ’69 for ’70.
I’m willing to guess that the existence of the newly re-styled for ’70 Barracuda and the Challenger had more to do with affecting the sales numbers of the Charger than a simple styling change.
I thought the styling was the same as the ’69 charger. The front grill was different, but everything else seemed the same.
The front bumper, hood and fenders are totally different. The rest of the body is the same
My understanding is that the tail lights are also different. The side marker lights in 69 are reflectors, in 70 they are illuminated. Also, the dash goes from padded vinyl to plastic, with the key and 4-way flasher switches on the column. All minor to be sure, but when parts shopping it makes a difference.
No hood, front fenders, grill, side marker lights, lower front valance and lights, door inside lock placement, seats, door panels . fenders and hood were also used on a 69 Daytona.
I would consider them to be minor changes or updates – compared to the changes from 67 to 68 or 70 to 71.
Not bad looking Charger and the person who get this will be the 2nd owner!! Another good question. What’s the mileage? This what happens when people get lazy about the picture taking. You want $90,000 then take good pictures of everything. Including the dashboard with the gauges to see the mileage and left side seat. Would like to know if the driver seat is a 6-way seat . Bring the car down and wash it. Show that you really want to sell it. And if you have the fender tag ..take a picture of it and the vin number on the dash so buyers can read the truth about this Charger. Otherwise I would walk away.🚶🇺🇸🐻
It’s not worth 90k restored, it’s just a R/T with a automatic, ho hum
A torqueflite, which is no ho hum transmission.
Guess you don’t see the options or know the options…ho hum
With the light, bright color it is hard to tell what is going on with the lower body. Bring a magnet when you go to look at the car.
$91K is half of the equation…When two fools met.
According to the ad this car has two VINs.
I’m disappointed in all you. How can you look at an orange Charger of this vintage, and not think The General Lee? YEEEE-HAWWWW,,,time matches on, gramps.
Not with that front bumper or those scoops on the doors.
Yet another case of arrogance and ignorance meeting with regards to paps old Charger. This car might bring 90k if restored professionally, with at least a build sheet. It’s been painted 40 years ago at an amateur level with a few tacky custom touches, see the magnum badges on the hood. It has no supportive documentation but to be fair it certainly looks like a legit 70 R/T. The ad says everything you need to know about the seller. They believe they’ve struck gold and are so convinced that they don’t even take the time to take it off the lift, detail it and take clear photos of rust prone areas. I wouldn’t be surprised if you heard the old cocky ” if you don’t have the cash I’m not taking it off the lift” total fishing expedition and a bit of a joke.
It’s a real R/T. It’s also a really only a $50k car.
I have to agree with your assessment except for the last sentence. $50K will only get you a roller or if you’re lucky, a base 318 Charger.
Fair enough Gary, but I’ll stand by my opinion that it’s closer to 50 than 90.
I agree with your assessment but I think it will take more than 40K to get it to 90K. There is far to many unknowns with this presentation and the asking is far from reality and full of sentiment which they are trying to sell but grandpa was no celebrity and any nostalgia attached to this car will come from a would-be buyer.
no way, it needs a paint job and a few rust problems and will cost you 15,000 to 20,000 thousand to get it done
If the seller gets his asking price I’m going to hire him to sell my house!
A friend in high school (1975) had 1970 Charger SE if I remember correctly also thought it was a RT. Orange with white vinyl top and interior. Pistol grip 4 speed. Car was built with hemi still had hemi badges on it, when he got it the 426 was gone and in it’s place a 383. He got married at 19 and had kids right away, in 1978 he asked me if I wanted to buy it for 1,100 but didn’t have the money. I just looked up and it says that around 100 were built in 1970.
So many nay-sayers on Charger pricing. Check the market!
These cars started escalating in the 1990s. Try finding an original owner 53 yo R/T optioned like this. Other than the “Magnum” badges on the hood and a minor rust spot, it won’t take much to make this right. I’ve seen similar go for $120K.
I bought one exactly like this around 1979 for $250. It looked like the Dukes had flown it before the Dukes existed. Most of the grill parts were gone except the bumper was in good shape. The front wheels looked like an A-frame house and it didn’t run. I jacked it up and loosened some bolts and the wheels dropped into what looked straight. After a few days of trying to start it my buddy slapped his forehead when he realized somebody had put the spark plug wires on in a Ford firing order. He pulled them and put them back on the way Dodge intended and it fired right up. I would start it up every few days just to feel the ground shake around it. Sadly I never had enough money to do anything with it and the wife sold it for $400 when I was away at a new job. Something to do with not having money for food. Silly girl.
You don’t necessarily need a Broadcast sheet for documentation of this once gorgeous muscle car.
All you need to do is go to Dodge Carger Registry and you can use the fender tag(assuming) that is still present to check the options that she came with at birth.
As far as the price.
70 is a bit steep to start at, and 90 buy it now …A person who might purchase it will only pay what he or she feels it is worth.
When, I was selling my ’70 Charger 500 I used a culmination of tools to see what was a fair price and then let the auction house decide. I ultimately had the final say in it’s selling price.
Check Hagerty Valuation Tools online and check with Hemmings to come up with a price for sale. As the previous comments stated, your pictures are what will ultimately draw out your prospective buyer.
Wash it, detail it, front driver’s side(closed) rear, passenger side (closed) Then repeat the process, hood doors trunk all open and pictures from the corners (not straight) on. Then pictures of the interior, driver side, sitting in the driver’s seat looking at the gouges, seats folded forward, instrument, odometer especially, then the engine bay, the trunk, liner or Matt removed, show the prospective buyers as much detail as possible. Underbody is as important as the outside. Receipts you have which are clearly visible, maintainence records go along ways, does she poss any awards from car shows ect.
Finally a good clear walk around video of the vehicle running, lights on and If available a second unit video of the vehicle in motion.
These are all tools that many of the high end Collectors use to sell their vehicles online.
Again, a vehicle is only worth what someone is willing to pay for what is represented
Good luck!!!
Love the 68-70 Charger! But $90k? I don’t love no car that much!
Really….new paint ? How about those tires ?