1973 Dodge Challenger Custom

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Despite the fact that Dodge offered only one Challenger model in 1973 (with an optional Rallye appearance package available for $182), sales actually rose from 26,648 to 32,596. Perhaps buyers were anticipating the end of the model, just as Mercury Cougar sales rose a whopping 60 percent with news that the Mustang/Cougar platform would undergo significant changes the following year. 

The ’73 Challenger actually looked very much like the previous year’s model, although the bumpers were beefed up. Standard engine was now a 150 hp, two-barrel 318 cubic-inch V8, and electronic ignition was standard. The base gearbox was a three-speed manual, but a three-speed automatic transmission could be had for another $81. Dodge also promised “Extra Care in Engineering” and a “Torsion Quiet Ride,” which meant fitting rubber blocks to cut road noise.  

This 1973 Challenger has received plenty of custom upgrades, including the twin-scoop hood and blacked-out grille that were prominent with the Rallye option. While the car has been updated inside and out — with fresh Toxic Orange paint and new gauges — its 318 cu-in V8 engine received most of the attention with numerous performance upgrades. 

Highlights 

• Offered from The Burnyzz Collection  

• Refinished in Toxic Orange metallic paint with black vinyl on the hood 

• Black vinyl interior with bucket seats and woodgrain trim on console and doors 

• Rebuilt 318 cu-in V8 has been upgraded with: 

  • Keith Black pistons in a .010 overbore size 

  • Isky roller racing cam 

  • Competition cams pushrods 

  • Roller rockers 

  • Edelbrock Aluminum cylinder heads 

  • Edelbrock aluminum intake with 650cfm carburetor 

  • Blackout Hooker headers 

• The chassis number (JH23G3B251200) decodes as: 

  • J – Challenger 

  • H – Price Class: High 

  • 23 – Two-door hardtop 

  • G – 318 V8 two-barrel carb  

  • 3 – 1973 model year 

  • 251200 – Sequential production number 

Features 

• Garage kept 

• Tinted windows 

• Air conditioning 

• Additional upgrades include: 

  • Freshly rebuilt A904 Torqueflite automatic transmission 

  • Original 8.75-inch Chrysler differential has been converted to fully floating axles, sure grip, and a 3.55:1 rear gear 

  • Suspension has been rebuilt with new shocks, bushings, ball joint, tie rods, and Hotchtkiss sway bars front and rear, and a five-leaf rear spring was added to help keep axle hop under control 

  • Classic Mopar Rallye wheels 

  • BFGoodrich Radial T/A tires: 235/60R15 front, 255/60R15 rear 

  • Weatherstripping replaced 

  • Seats refoamed and recovered 

  • New dash pad, carpets, and headliner 

  • New classic-looking AM/FM radio and new speakers 

  • New tilt steering column  

  • Factory gauges swapped for new gauges with under-dash AutoMeter tachometer in place of clock 

  • Power steering 

  • Power front disc brakes 

Known Imperfections 

• This 1973 Dodge Challenger Custom is presented in finely restored condition with no known imperfections beyond some scuff marks on the hood vinyl 

Included 

• Spare tire 

• Jack 

• Lug wrench 

Ownership History 

This restored 1973 Dodge Challenger Custom is offered from The Burnyzz Collection of no reserve automobiles.  

Additional Notes  

Sales Tax Notice to Arkansas, Mississippi, and West Virginia Bidders: Because this car is located in Florida, Hagerty Marketplace may be required to collect and remit Florida sales tax on your purchase, even if you plan to register it outside of Florida.  Unlike most other states, the states of Arkansas, Mississippi, and West Virginia may not provide a full credit against sales taxes paid to Florida.  For additional information, please consult this publication and your own tax advisor regarding sales taxes applicable to cars located in Florida that are sold to residents of another state.