Mopar fans know that 1969 was the year Dodge pulled out all the stops in NASCAR, and the Charger 500 is one of the rarest results of that effort. Just 392 of these aerodynamically improved fastbacks were built, making them far scarcer than the standard Charger and even rarer than many high-performance muscle car variants of the era. This particular example, now listed here on eBay, is a genuine Charger 500 project car being offered out of an estate in Upstate New York.

At first glance, this primer Charger 500 presents as a very solid rolling chassis. The seller notes that the car has received recent sheet metal work and has been placed in primer, creating a clean foundation for restoration. Included with the sale are a variety of additional parts such as rims, glass, and various interior components. While the all-important build sheet isn’t present, the VIN tag (XX29L9B214385) and fender tag are included, confirming this car’s authenticity as one of the original Charger 500 models.

While not currently installed or running, the inclusion of the correct 440 is a significant bonus, as drivetrain correctness is often a sticking point for high-level restorations. The seller points out that the Charger will need its title and registration updated after the sale, but a clean title is in hand.

The Charger 500 was Dodge’s first attempt to make the Charger more competitive in NASCAR, addressing aerodynamic drag by fitting a flush-mounted Coronet grille and a uniquely sloped rear window plug. These modifications gave the 500 a distinctive look and paved the way for the legendary Charger Daytona and Plymouth Superbird. Today, surviving Charger 500s are highly sought after by collectors who value their rarity and place in muscle car and motorsports history.

While this car is clearly a project, its solid condition, primer finish, and included parts make it a great starting point for someone serious about restoring a piece of Mopar racing history. Given how seldom these cars surface, especially in unrestored and unmodified condition—this is an opportunity that doesn’t come around often.

What direction would you take this Charger 500, an exacting concours restoration back to its Bronze glory, or a tastefully finished driver that celebrates its NASCAR heritage on the open road?