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Stored for 29 Years: 1971 Dodge Charger

Sales of Chrysler’s B-bodied intermediates spiked in the late 1960s, so a redesign was afoot for 1971. The cars took on a more fuselage look, much like the full-size models of a couple of years earlier. That included the… more»

440 V8 Roller: 1967 Dodge Coronet R/T

In 1967, Dodge had two mid-size cars to compete in the muscle car arena (started by the Pontiac GTO). One was the sporty fastback Charger that had debuted just the year before. The other was the Coronet R/T which… more»

Solid Big Block Project: 1971 Dodge Charger

When you’re on the hunt for a project and spot a ride that could become your dream driver, it’s easy to get overly excited and lose sight of how much it’s gonna cost to address body issues, especially if… more»

1978 Dodge Street Van 318 V8 Four-Speed

As faded as 1978 is for most of us who lived through that era, this 1978 Dodge Street Van is a blank slate for someone talented with welding and other bodywork. It needs work on a few rusty areas… more»

No Reserve Project: 1974 Dodge Challenger

As a fan of the first-generation Dodge Challenger since childhood, I’d sleep better at night, knowing every remaining example will eventually be restored and put back on the road.  Sometimes, that’s a tall order, and this 1974 Dodge Challenger… more»

Radical Ram: 6-Wheeled Custom Dodge Ram Van

Every now and again, you see evidence that is borderline archeological in nature of what customization trends were in a certain era. For owners of vans from the 70s and 80s, there was seemingly no limit to what was… more»

Too Far Gone? 1968 Dodge Charger

It is the age-old question posed by many project candidates; At what point has a classic reached the point of no return? That is the one facing any enthusiasts considering tackling the restoration of this 1968 Dodge Charger. To… more»

340/4-Speed: 1969 Dodge Dart GTS

There is no shame in buying a classic that has been restored by another enthusiast. Sometimes circumstances don’t allow a person to tackle a project build, making cars like this 1969 Dodge Dart GTS an ideal option. I must… more»

Rare Warlock: 1979 Dodge Power Wagon

Some of the most enthusiast-focused vehicles have come from the fine folks at Chrysler Corporation, who to this day continue to build high—performance machines for very reasonable prices. Back in the 70s, Dodge’s “Adult Toys” lineup produced many memorable… more»

52k-Mile Survivor: 1972 Dodge Challenger Rallye

What a difference a year can make. In 1971, you could order a Dodge Challenger convertible as an R/T with a 383, 440, or 426 Hemi V8 engine. But in 1972, you couldn’t get any of that, with the… more»

Muscle Truck Project: 1979 Dodge Lil’ Red Express

Dodge experimented with some performance pickup trucks in the 1970s and the most notable may be the 1978-79 Lil’ Red Express. They were built without catalytic converters (at first) using police interceptor V8 engines, making them the fastest things… more»

Turbo Diesel/5-Speed: 1990 Dodge Ram 4×4 Pickup

This 1990 Dodge Ram 4×4 has an undeniable presence, from its physical size to its striking fresh paint. It seems to be in good mechanical health, featuring a Turbo Diesel that guarantees impressive performance in all circumstances. The new… more»

4-Door 318 V8 Driver: 1969 Dodge Dart

Dodge’s first compact car was called the Lancer (1961-62). For whatever reason, when the vehicle was redesigned in 1963 the Dart name was shifted to the A-body platform shared with the Plymouth Valiant. Another rework came in 1967 and… more»

1967 Dodge W200 Sweptline Short Bed 4×4

I wasn’t aware that Dodge offered a W200 in a short bed pickup in this era and can’t find any information about them, even on brochures that only list a regular long bed for 4×4 3/4-ton pickups. Maybe one… more»

60k Documented Miles: 1970 Dodge Challenger Convertible

When Dodge released the Challenger in 1970, it offered something to appeal to every taste and budget. While some buyers focused on outright performance, the first owner of this Convertible craved luxury and comfort. It remains a genuine survivor… more»

Sporty Roller: 1968 Dodge Dart GT

The GT joined the Dart lineup in 1965 as a sportier version of the Dodge compact. But it wouldn’t become a muscle car until 1968 when the GT Sport (or GTS) arrived. So, this 1968 Dart GT could have… more»

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