440-Powered 1971 Dodge Challenger R/T

Description

The 1971 Dodge Challenger R/T (Road/Track) represented the final year of the original high-performance R/T package before the muscle car era began to fade under rising insurance costs and stricter emissions regulations.

Although styling changes were minor, the 1971 model received a revised grille, taillights, and distinctive rear fender vents. Interior features included high-back bucket seats, woodgrain trim accents, and a Rallye instrument cluster.

The standard R/T engine was the 383ci Magnum V8, but this example is now powered by a 440ci Magnum V8 that was built .030 over. Additional modifications during a full restoration included a roller camshaft, a twin-snorkel Shaker hood with "440 Magnum" callout, TTI performance headers, TTI dual exhaust system, LED projector headlights, 17” chrome U.S. Mags wheels, and a repaint in BMW Jet Black with ghost R/T dual side tape stripes

Among the interior changes were a reupholstered interior with vinyl high-back bucket seats, custom covered keyboard door panels, AutoGage oil pressure and water temperature gauges, and an aftermarket digital media receiver with AM/FM, Bluetooth, USB, and auxiliary input.

This 1971 Dodge Challenger R/T is now offered at no reserve by the seller on behalf of the current owner with four show awards and a clean Michigan title in the current owner's name.

Highlights

• 440ci Magnum V8 built .030 over

• TorqueFlite 3-speed automatic transmission

• Refinished in BMW Jet Black or Schwarz II (code 668)

• Ghost R/T dual side tape stripes

• Twin-snorkel Shaker hood with “440 Magnum” callout

• Rear spoiler

• Reupholstered in red and black vinyl

Factory Equipment

• Heavy-duty suspension with upgraded springs and shocks

• Front sway bar

• Woodgrain dashboard trim

• Rallye instrument cluster with tachometer

• Front seat belts

• The chassis number (JS23N1B421890) decodes as:

  • J – Challenger

  • S – Special price class (R/T performance series)

  • 23 – 2-door hardtop

  • N – 383ci V8 4BBL engine (now 440)

  • 1 – 1971 model year

  • B – Hamtramck, Michigan, assembly plant

  • 421890 – Sequential production number

• The data plate partially decodes as:

  • 608 – Scheduled Production Date (June 8, 1971)

  • E65 – 383 Magnum 4-barrel V8 (now 440)

  • D32 – A727 TorqueFlite automatic transmission

  • J54 – Sport hood (now shaker)

  • N41 – Dual exhaust system

  • N42 – Chrome exhaust tips

  • N85 – Tachometer

  • R35 – Dodge stereo radio

  • B51 – Power brakes

  • C16 – Console with simulated woodgrain panel

  • C55 – Bucket seats

  • J25 – 3-speed windshield wipers

Modifications

• 440ci Magnum V8 that was built .030 over

• ITT Performance headers and exhaust

• Roller camshaft

• Twin-snorkel Shaker hood with"440 Magnum" callout

• LED projector headlights

• 17” U.S. Mags 10-spoke chrome wheels

• Refinished in Jet Black with side tape stripes and R/T callout

• Refinished red/black interior with vinyl upholstery

• AutoGage oil pressure and water temperature gauges

• Kenwood digital stereo with AM/FM, Bluetooth, USB, and auxiliary input

Known Imperfections

• Images detailing the condition of the car are presented in the gallery

• Nitto Motivo tires are 10 years old

Ownership History

The current owner of this 1971 Dodge Challenger purchased it in April 2017.

Included Items

• Black carpeted Challenger floor mats

• Show awards