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
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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.