1970 Dodge Challenger R/T 440

Description

Chrysler’s contenders in the booming pony car class finally arrived in the fall of 1969, simultaneously launching the redesigned Plymouth Barracuda and the all-new, slightly larger Dodge Challenger. At launch, the Challenger was available in two series, the Challenger and Challenger R/T (Road and Track), and in three body styles, Two-Door Hardtop, Convertible, and Two-Door Hardtop S.E. The range was powered by virtually every engine in Chrysler’s inventory, offering eight options ranging from a slant-six to the thundering 425 horsepower 426 cu-in Hemi V8. The standard transmission was a three-speed manual, with a four-speed manual and three-speed automatic available as options. Customization continued with a laundry list of options including power steering, power brakes, air conditioning, an AM/FM radio, as well as 22 paint colors including 10 “High Impact” shades. The Challenger’s virtually limitless customization contributed to well-equipped examples becoming among the most collectible Chrysler cars ever produced. 

Highlights 

• Powered by a replacement 440 cu-in V8 topped with a “Six Pack” of three two-barrel carburetors 

• Three-speed TorqueFlite automatic transmission 

• Finished in the High Impact shade of Top Banana 

• Standard Challenger R/T equipment: 

  • Wide Side Stripes 

  • Black Grille 

  • Performance Hood 

  • Rallye Instrument Cluster 

  • Heavy-Duty Suspension 

  • Heavy-Duty Brakes 

  • F70 x 14 inch Tires 

• This Challenger R/T 440 is offered with the five-digit odometer currently displaying just over 3,800 miles at the time of listing; however, the true mileage is unknown 

Features 

• The fender tag decodes its original specifications as follows: 

  • E86 - 440 V8 Single 4 Barrel Carburetor HP (8 Cylinder) 375 Horsepower 

  • D32 - 3 Speed Automatic Transmission (A727) 

  • JS23 - Dodge Challenger, Special Price Class, 2 Door Hardtop 

  • U0E - 440 V8 Single 4 Barrel Carburetor High Performance (8 Cylinder), 1970 Model Year (F-Series), Los Angeles, CA 

  • 142761 - Sequential Number 

  • FY1 - "Top Banana" in Dodge / "Lemon Twist" in Plymouth (HIGH IMPACT COLOR) 

  • H6X9 - High Trim Grade, Vinyl Bucket Seats, Black (if H5/P5, cloth insert is Black & White) 

  • 000 - Full Door Panel 

  • 504 - Scheduled to be built May 1970 on the 04 day 

  • 143957 - Vehicle Order Number (VON) 

  • V1X - Full Vinyl Roof Black 

  • A01 - Light Package = Ashtray Light, Glove Box Light, Trunk Light, Ignition Light w/ Time Delay, Map & Courtesy Light, Instrument Panel Flood Lamp w/ Time Delay, Headlight- On Warning Buzzer, Fender Mounted Turn Signal Indicators (Fender Turn Signals not included w/ RT or 340 Challengers) 

  • A62 - Rallye Instrument Cluster = Trip odometer, 150 MPH Speedo, Instrument Panel Woodgrain, Heater Control Flood Light, Tachometer, Clock, Fuel, Oil, Temperature Gauges, Ammeter and 3 Speed / Variable Wipers w/ Electric Washers 

  • A63 - Challenger Molding Group A = Belt Molding, Front Splash Pan Scoop Molding, Cowl Molding, and Rear Astrotone Painted Applique. 

  • B51 - Power Brakes 

  • C16 - Console w/ Woodgrain (and Seat Belt holder in the back of the console) 

  • C55 - Bucket Seats 

  • G33 - Chrome Driver Side Racing Mirror (Left) Remote Adjusting 

  • J25 - 3 Speed Variable Wipers 

  • J45 - Hood Tie Down Pins 

  • J54 - Sports Hood 

  • M21 - Drip Rail Moldings 

  • N81 - Fast Idle Control 

  • N41 - Dual Exhaust 

  • N42 - Bright Exhaust Tips 

  • N85 - Tachometer 

  • P31 - Power Windows 

  • V1X - Full Vinyl Roof Black 

  • V21 - Hood Performace Treatment 

  • V9X - Black Transverse Sport Stripes (Paint) "Bumblebee" 

  • Y16 - Sales Bank 

  • END - End of Sales Codes on Fender Tag 

Known Imperfections 

This 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T 440 is presented as a finely restored example and is said to be free from any substantial imperfections. 

Included 

• Jack 

• 1970 Dodge Challenger Service Manuals

Ownership History 

The consigning dealer acquired this 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T 440 in 2023. 

Additional Notes

Contact: Silas Filan, Pacific Classics email: silas@pacificclassics.com