Dodge Challenger
The Dodge Challenger was produced from 1970 to 1974, but there is more to the history of the Challenger than its production. It all started back in 1967 when the Dodge design team started designing the Dodge Challenger. These are some of the early designs that they came up with:
As time went on and the deadline approached, they still hadn’t decided on the final design. At this point, Bill Brownlie, the chief designer, contributed his own design which was accepted and later on put to production.
Next let’s take a closer look at the design that they put to production. First, let’s focus on the front of the car. The grill and headlights are inset and give the car a powerful stance. Adding to that stance are the double headlights which is another rarity in itself.
Another noticeable feature is the distinctive body line along the side of the car. This body line was unique because it resembled the shape of a Coke Bottle. The identifying mark of the Challenger was its body line because no other car’s body line resembled it. There were four different types of hoods available including: standard hood, R/T hood, T/A hood, and shaker hood.
A muscle car must not only look good, but also needs to be backed up with performance. The Dodge Challenger fulfills that need with its nine different engine options ranging from a gas – friendly slant six to a big powerhouse 426 HEMI 8 – Barrel.
The 340 was powerful and light making any car equipped with this engine very quick. The 383 was known for being the least expensive big block. The 440 was the biggest Mopar engine and put out high horsepower. The most well known engine, though, was the 426 Hemi. Even though the 426 was a little bit smaller than the 440 it put out more horsepower and was known as one of the fastest engines around.
July 19th, 2007 at 12:37 pm
Did mopar ever build a 340 2 barrel motor. if they did what year. And why.
August 10th, 2007 at 6:06 am
I’m rebuilbing the front end of my 1972 challenger. I’ve been having trouble locating replacement parts (lower control arm “strut rods”). Do you have any idea as to where I might find some replacements(on-line)?
August 20th, 2007 at 7:23 am
im rebuilding my Slant 225 and want to use genuine mopar parts throughout the motor, where in australia can i get these parts
August 31st, 2007 at 5:53 pm
We have a 71 Challenger. We are looking for a grill (that we can afford). We have found various grills via the web and swap meets, however they are broke in the corner as our is. We did find one grill that was used but in good shape however, the vendor want 1000 dollars for it! Any suggestions?
September 7th, 2007 at 8:27 am
I’m looking for a dash pad for a 74 Challenger with factory air. I need a good pad with no cracks or NOS if available. Info?
September 17th, 2007 at 6:16 pm
Does anybody know where I can find a set of 440CI EXHAUST MANIFOLDS, FOR A 1970 CHALLENGER??
October 11th, 2007 at 8:28 pm
im looking for a posi rear end 440 5-pack with a black or white color
October 17th, 2007 at 8:57 pm
hello , my son “11″ and i are doing a 73 challenger we built a 340 six pack with custom pistions ,custom cam from crane ,it has about 500 hp it is in the paint shop now and i do no a great place to have grills re built like new
October 20th, 2007 at 12:14 am
hey guys , mopar did offer a 2 bbl 340 in 1970 , most were in dusters. need a front k member for a 72 ebody I have one , Austria yes you can get your parts search ebay, I may be able to find a set of 70 big block manifolds
October 22nd, 2007 at 10:50 am
is there any other rearend that will fit under a 1970 c hallenger ??????
November 14th, 2007 at 2:34 pm
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November 14th, 2007 at 2:36 pm
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November 14th, 2007 at 2:51 pm
americanskie tachki(cars) - otstoi(FUFLO)!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! challenger ”70- ya-ya!!!
November 18th, 2007 at 8:31 pm
I HAVE A 70 CHALLENGER AND THE FENDER TAG HAS A OPTION OF A03 (DECODES AS TOWN COUNTRY) WHAT IS THAT? CAN ANYONE HELP?
November 23rd, 2007 at 8:27 pm
I have a 1970 Challenger 440 RT six pack anyone now how can get window sticker
December 5th, 2007 at 1:01 pm
Does any body know when we will be able to spec out a neww 2008 challerger besides the dodge blog for the srt8 version and does any one know of the price structuring and colors avail. Thanks
December 19th, 2007 at 7:06 pm
They NEVER made a 2-bbl 340 from the production line. Maybe someone is thinking the 318 or 360?
December 23rd, 2007 at 8:17 pm
I have original mopar and chrysler factory spark plugs with the chrysler star stamped on the plug. Each plug is still in its original plastic wrapped box, they all come in the original factory box of 10 with a tune up sticker and warranty card, they are in mint condition. Please e-mail me for stock numbers.
December 23rd, 2007 at 8:20 pm
Bye the way!! I have lots of other nos and used mopar stuff from the 30’s on up, please e-mail me with any request and I will respond asap.
December 26th, 2007 at 10:45 pm
Question about where to buy dash pads. I was told item would be sent in 3 weeks, then waited 5 months for this item from ultimate rides. I called them countless times, was always told “it will be there in 2 weeks. Finally contacted credit card people to get my money back, and wonder of wonder a dash pad arrived 3 weeks later. Part looks like it will fit, but…. I would not waste my time with this outfit. Pay the extra for Just Dashes, etc.
January 4th, 2008 at 6:40 pm
71 to 74 are the same. Try contacting Just dashes.They are in California.They recovered one for me,and it looks perfect. Andy
January 18th, 2008 at 12:41 pm
your ruining the charger, the challenger, the mustang, and the camaro by giving them all the same body style
January 18th, 2008 at 6:33 pm
How do you tell the original color for a 1970 challenger? does it come from the fender decoder? Where can I find codes that are not listed on your site that are on my fender decoder?
January 20th, 2008 at 7:46 am
question can anyone tell me how many black challengers where made in 1970 440 +6 with white interior??
January 29th, 2008 at 7:10 pm
the fender tag code tells the original color, 2nd to last line on the left side, most of the time two letters one number, such as FE5 would be really red. hope this helps. gl
January 29th, 2008 at 7:14 pm
galen dovier out of I think prarie dee chen wi. would know how many black challengers with white int. but that decoding will $$ not be cheap.. this I can tell you… TX9 was black velvet, 27 hemi cars, then of all the rest of challengers non hemi, 4.20% were black.
February 5th, 2008 at 10:54 pm
galen govier, sells booklets for decoding mopars and identifying parts. There were 1640 440-6 challengers in 70. As for finding out how may of your color combo Galen will have to do that. (608)326-6346 is his number route 1 box 322k-Prairie Du Chein Wisconsin 53821-9801. I have a 70 440-4 plum rt. I dragrace and cruise for groceries, my husband and I have a barn full of mopars. Mine being a challenger and a low 9 second Daytona. Husband has 67 street Gtx and low 8 second 70′ GTX. Moparts.com and racingjunk.com has all kinds of mopar and parts. Hope this helps.
February 23rd, 2008 at 6:18 pm
Rick and Debbie Caudle– I do have some 1971 challenger parts. if interested, you may e-mail me. Thanks.
February 28th, 2008 at 3:57 pm
Hey wondering if you found a grill if You havent do you have a picture of what you want, we have a huge selection of mopar parts all take off or brand new in the box.
Thanks
Jim Caudle Jr
March 8th, 2008 at 6:41 pm
I have a Dodge Charger and Challenger 1970.
i am looking for bumpers front and rear, exhaust mufflers, head console with lamp,front grill assy,Finish plate for automatic gear.
Please let me know where is the best place to get theses parts/
Thanks
March 15th, 2008 at 9:48 pm
Hi,I have a 1974 Challenger that has been sitting in storage for 25 years and I was thinking of making it look like a 70 Challenger,But before I start pulling it a part ,Does any one know if this is a rare color combo. It is a Triple white R/T with white strip package,any info would be great…Thanx
March 31st, 2008 at 3:07 pm
Why would you change it back to a 1970? I would love to see pictures, I have a74
April 3rd, 2008 at 10:36 am
I have just purchase a 70 Chaallenger and 71 Charger, I’m wanting to sell the 71 Charger, it is a 318 car, good project car/race car
April 7th, 2008 at 6:04 pm
I have a 1970 Challenger, I was told it was a custom order. I’m looking for the spacer between the front bumper and the grill, below the headlights. Mine has been damaged beyond repair and I need to have it replaced.
May 22nd, 2008 at 10:06 am
I have a 70 Challenger …anyone know of a good place to take it for restoration in the mpls/stp Minnesota area?
June 20th, 2008 at 12:53 pm
I AM LOOKING FOR A SWITCH FOR MY 1971 CHALLENGER R/T SUNROOF. ANY INFO WOULD BE APPRECIATED.
June 26th, 2008 at 12:47 pm
Inquiry to Jim that stated he hed several grilles, I need 1 for a 1972 challenger,please let me know if you still have one.I have for sale the original 4 barrel,intake manifold,air cleaner & exhaust manifolds for the 340,if someone needs parts, will seperate.
July 1st, 2008 at 2:09 pm
I work at a dealership in Virginia and we just received our 2008 challenger. It is still for sale!! Anyone interested email my at samcclure139@aol.com
July 6th, 2008 at 4:16 pm
hi John i have a contact number for the sunroof switch
July 14th, 2008 at 12:22 am
I am currently building a 1973 Challenger and want to install a 440 Auto out of a 1977 Power Wagon/My concern is the power wagons shifter is on the steering column and challenger is a slapstick.Is this an easy conversion?Also;the fender tag is missing/will this decrease the value of the car much?
July 14th, 2008 at 1:20 pm
I have a set of headlight rings , grill , hood lip chrome and mis. parts. These are new/old stock that have NEVER been installed on a car. !972 Challenger. give me a E-mail if anyone is interested and has the cash for what there worth.
July 14th, 2008 at 1:46 pm
I reviewed my parts and it appears that I have a 1974 Grill,chrome lip for the same front end and a 1970 or 71 grill and other mis. parts. The 1974 grill is not a new/old stock part. the chrome lip is new/ old stock , never been installed in pristine condition. The 1970/71 ? grill is as I stated above NEW/OLD STOCK AND NEVER EVER BEEN INSTALLED ON A CAR. Kinda makes your mouth water huh …………………………………………
July 15th, 2008 at 9:50 pm
Frank,
I would appreciate the number regarding the sunroof switch. Please advise.
July 30th, 2008 at 11:29 am
Inresponse to Jerry. The conversion from column to floor intails changing the transmission tailhousing (if the new transmission lacks the 2 bolt hole tabs on bottom of tail housing for the linkage bracket to bolt to).
July 30th, 2008 at 7:09 pm
petty sure 340 came 2 barrel on cop car late 73,we had a fury @portage pa back in 1974 can remember looking under hood
July 31st, 2008 at 12:06 am
I have a 1970 challenger but the fender tag is missing, I have the original broadcast sheet but can’t seem to find how to decode it? is the fender tage anywhere else on the car or hiddin in the broadcast sheet? is there a web sight or something to help, or can any of you help?
August 6th, 2008 at 1:10 pm
In response to Mopar Mark . How is it possible that any mopar enthusiast cannot tell the difference between a 1970 and 1971 Dodge Challenger grille? Dodge introduced the split grille in 1971 which is very distinct and cannot be mistaken for a 1970 grille.
August 6th, 2008 at 9:46 pm
Does anybody know how many 70 challenger convertibles they painted go mango orange???????????????????????????????????
August 7th, 2008 at 4:08 pm
FRANK,
STILL HOPING FOR THE TELEPHONE NUMBER REGARDING THE SUNROOF SWITCH ON MY 1971 CHALLENGER R/T.
August 8th, 2008 at 6:25 am
I live in Norway. I have just bought a 71 challenger cab 318 and # match. Fender tag says D 31 for the transmission and it says the same on the Broadcast sheet. However I am not able to find out what D 31 means. I know it is an automatic transnission and I think it is the 904 version and not 727. Appreciate info.
August 19th, 2008 at 8:52 am
Say Ingar,
I’m looking at a book titled”Authentic Restration Guid (Challenger & Barracuda Restoration guide) 1967-1974. Looking at Chapter 1(Decoding VINs and Finder Tags),page 7. The bottom illistration(Code Plate interpretation) under Trans Codes I see:
D13-A230F/S,D14-A903,D15-230 C/S,D21-A833,D34-A904,A998, D35-A727.
That’s everything listed. I hope this will help you.
RBJ
August 20th, 2008 at 6:50 pm
can you swap the grille of a 1970 callenger and put it in a 1972. i like the ‘70 front end better.
Thanks
August 22nd, 2008 at 11:31 am
i have a 1970 challenger hardtop 318 2-barrel orange exterior, white interior, white top, the steering wheel has a half moon horn ring instead of the std push button horn. can anyone tell me what the production numbers were for this option?
September 13th, 2008 at 6:56 pm
I have a 1974 Dodge Challenger. I am looking for the interior molding above the side windows, back glass and front glass. I am putting in a new head liner and I need good condition moldings. Just got a new paint job and putting it back together. If anyone knows where I could call or email to find them that would be great. I have looked and looked. Please email me.
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October 13th, 2008 at 12:06 pm
My dad is wondering if anyone knows (or knows where I can find this info):
How many Dodge Challengers (1970) with FACTORY INSTALLED 426 Hemi head engines were produced in 1970? A friend of his says only 69 were produced. Anyone know for sure?
October 26th, 2008 at 9:55 pm
I’m still looking for a sunroof switch for my 71′ Dodge Challenger R/T. It’s the same for other Dodge/Plymouth cars. Frank wrote earlier he had a number but I haven’t seen a response. I know they only made 27 sunroof Challengers but someone has to have a contact somewhere. Thanks again in advance.
January 6th, 2009 at 7:13 pm
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January 15th, 2009 at 10:40 pm
I have a AAR trans ob307005 i want to find the original owner. I cant get the aar registry to call me can anyone help thanks.
February 1st, 2009 at 10:24 pm
I have sunroof switches
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February 1st, 2009 at 10:26 pm
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February 9th, 2009 at 2:26 pm
I have a 1970 RT/SE that was built in Los Angeles. It’s original color was plum crazy, had a wood grain steering wheel, factory air, leather interior, 383 magnum, and I think a 727 torqueflight transmission. The fender tag was lost during painting by the previous owner. I would like to know if it is at all possible to find out what the car rolled off the assembly line with by use of just the VIN alone. Would appreciate any help or info anyone can give me.
February 13th, 2009 at 7:15 pm
I have a 70 challager R/T SE with vinyl top small rear window. Engine is a440 magnum auto on the collar. All original numbers # matching . My dad has own this car since 1973. The body is in fair condition. Any suggestion on parts and vendors for this project. Thanks
February 13th, 2009 at 11:16 pm
I am having trouble identifying a 1970 Challenger. I does not appear to have any Vin
number or tags anywhere . Is there supposed to be a stamp number in the engine bay ?
February 16th, 2009 at 12:15 pm
I am trying to find out how to remove paint on the front grill of my 1970 Challenger and repaint the proper color and texture which is black (bumppy finish)
February 22nd, 2009 at 11:49 am
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February 22nd, 2009 at 11:57 am
Hey Steve,,look for a broadcast sheet behind the rear seat and under the front seats,,some were even behind the glove box,,I dont think the vin number alone will tell you the options,,or atleast not easily
February 22nd, 2009 at 12:03 pm
Ingar the D31 means that it is a 904 tranny
February 24th, 2009 at 2:20 am
hey i have a 1970 dodge challenger drag car, i need to find a fiberglass hood or i can trade my original hood for a fiberglass hood if anyone has one its got maybe 8% rust not bad very fixable i have original fenders also NO RUST NO DENTS i could trade for fiberglass fenders as well if yall know of any websites that would be nice too.
Gage
February 26th, 2009 at 6:48 pm
i was just wondering if anyone would happen to know where i could find any rear frame rails for a 1974 challenger … if anyone know’s were i can find some please email me reuvers710@hotmail.com and let me no. thanks
February 28th, 2009 at 11:22 am
I found a 1970 Challenger R/T rotting in some guys yard and i wanted to buy it from him and fix it up. It has a few decent sized rust holes and there is a bunch of moss and stuff growing it. i was wondering if anybody knew a good price that i could offer to him for it.
February 28th, 2009 at 11:24 am
it also has a vinyl top with a bunch of rips and tears in it
March 2nd, 2009 at 11:40 am
I have a 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T, I am looking for the original owner of my car, anyone know how to do a trace for owners for any vehicle, I live in Canada.
March 13th, 2009 at 8:51 pm
Does anyone have a extra 73 Challneger Ralley drivers front fender laying around for a reasonable dollar amount ?
March 24th, 2009 at 12:16 am
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April 6th, 2009 at 8:57 am
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May 3rd, 2009 at 8:40 am
have 71 challenger and am looking for a grill and rally guage set up
May 25th, 2009 at 12:06 pm
I am going to intall a floor shifter and concole for an automatic , and i bought the mounting brakets. This 1970 383 challanger had a column shifter …….So now I bought a floor shifter and I am almost ready to go but,
what do I measure from to make sure I am welding the brackets in the right place and I might be missing some linkage
I have the one that came with the shifter …….If some one had a picture that would even help ??
does anybody have any magic for this old cowboy ?
June 23rd, 2009 at 3:12 am
Hi I own a 1974 dodge challenger with the number at the front drivers side of the block being 02210839, I believe it to be a 318ci, as 1974 only come with 318 or 360, I can not reference this number anywhere on the net, I thought there would be some reference to the VIN sequential number within this number, can someone help me with this please.
Much appreciated.
Smitsy
June 23rd, 2009 at 12:19 pm
Anyone looking for a 71 Challeger RT 43,453 miles Acmetoys1@aol.com
June 24th, 2009 at 6:01 pm
Thanks / This site is great !!! I Sold this Challenger in 28 Hours Wow.
June 29th, 2009 at 2:21 pm
Does anyone know where to find production numbers? I have a 1971 Dodge Challenger slant six convertible. Would like to know how many were made and with the slant six.
July 2nd, 2009 at 9:10 pm
I have some used challenger parts, early 70,s. Two flat hoods ,one drivers door,tail lights,71 grill.
July 2nd, 2009 at 10:15 pm
I love the ol’ school Challenger, but the new school version is better!
July 10th, 2009 at 10:23 am
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July 11th, 2009 at 5:44 am
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July 19th, 2009 at 4:25 am
I am building a 71 Challenger ( when I have the time ! ) I will be happy to send you measurements and photos for your console bracket set-up. Just e-mail me @ dude-dudette@sbcglobal.net. I KNOW how difficult it can be and we can all help each other out to get these babies back on the road ! Mine will be HEMI ORANGE with a 440-6pack Automatic. This is a 100% ground up restoration….a labor of love ! I CAN”T WAIT to git-er-dun ! TIME-TIME-TIME…………oh yea, and MONEY ! ! ! I just found this web-site. Seems like a lot of nice helpful people. Be glad to help AND pick your brains from time to time too !
July 22nd, 2009 at 3:10 pm
how can i find if my 1970 dodge challenger was a special order or if dodge just made it with no order from someone?