Searching for 1973 Charger

[poncho3612]

In 1973, I bought my first new car, a 1973 Charger purchased in Shreveport, LA.  It was black with a multi-colored rally stripe down the side and had black interior.  It also was without factory air which made it pretty warm in the Louisiana summers.  Family obligations took precedence and I traded the Charger in 1976.  Now that I'm retired and have the time, I have been trying to locate the Charger as not only was it my first new car but was also a car I loved dearly. 

I've tried VIN searches but haven't had much luck.  Any of you have a good idea on where I might start?  It may be like trying to find the "needle in a haystack"  but thought I'd give it a try. 

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

[Tilar]

Have you tried starting with the person or company that you sold or traded it to?

[poncho3612]

Thanks for the response.  Yes I tried.  Unfortunately the company closed its doors several years ago.

[Stretch]

Was it a 340/4 speed car? sounds like one my buddy had. Last I knew of that one it was in Ontonagon Mich. (Lake Superior shore) in the mid 80's.

[poncho3612]

No, it was a 400 with an automatic on the column.  Thanks.

[Ghoste]

Are you still in Shreveport, is that where you traded the car?

[poncho3612]

We live in the Dallas area now.  I traded the car in 1976 in Bossier City, LA at Red River Chevrolet.  I think they are still in business so I'm going to try checking with them to see if they have any records on it.  Thanks.

[Stretch]

That's worth a try but I doubt privacy laws will allow them to tell you anything. Assuming they even have, or are willing to search the sales records.

[poncho3612]

You are correct, I probably won't get much from them but I'm about to run out of options.  I've sent them an inquiry so I'll just wait and see what happens.  Thanks.

[Ghoste]

You need to find a friend on the inside.  (if they have the records)