PLEASE HELP ME FIND MY DREAM CAR

[ws23rt]

Wow really that would be great I got to be honest with you it would be great to find a car in the next couple weeks

My best advise would be not to set a time line and don't rush. The best deals don't come just because you want them. Keep saving and keep watching and in the end you'll be glad you did.

This is the best advice I've seen so far on this. Their is much to find out about what you want. That you seem to be in a big hurry will get you in trouble.
You are asking advice from those that have been just where you are and we are here to help.
If you jump on something because you just can't wait than it will most likely cost you money. This is something we know because we have all been there.
If you have extra money to blow just to see what happens than learn the way we did.
It's a good lesson but you can side step that by what you get from this site.

[Benfro89]

You could consider a 66-67 charger.  Different looks/appearance but a fair amount cheaper.  You can find a decent driver for $6k

Man I would but I'm in love with the best bodies good idea though

Sorry b bodies 

They are all b bodies

Wow really that would be great I got to be honest with you it would be great to find a car in the next couple weeks

My best advise would be not to set a time line and don't rush. The best deals don't come just because you want them. Keep saving and keep watching and in the end you'll be glad you did.

This is the best advice you're gonna find. 

Oh sorry mabeay in looking for second generation instead of being bodies not sure

I'd love to just wait  but this is going to be a driving car not just a project for me you know

[familymopar]

Wow really that would be great I got to be honest with you it would be great to find a car in the next couple weeks

My best advise would be not to set a time line and don't rush. The best deals don't come just because you want them. Keep saving and keep watching and in the end you'll be glad you did.

This is the best advice I've seen so far on this. Their is much to find out about what you want. That you seem to be in a big hurry will get you in trouble.
You are asking advice from those that have been just where you are and we are here to help.
If you jump on something because you just can't wait than it will most likely cost you money. This is something we know because we have all been there.
If you have extra money to blow just to see what happens than learn the way we did.
It's a good lesson but you can side step that by what you get from this site.

I agree completely.  Like I said, the take it slow, do your research, and let the right car pop up is the best advice you will get buying your first charger (and I will assume there will be more in your life).  

If you are a 16 year old, in the same way that I and most of us were 16, and are dying to have a car right now, and it must be a charger, the Nashville car is your only option from the ones you have shown us.  I think you should be able to easily negotiate with that guy to make the car plus shipping come to $6k or less.  Then once you have one, you can dive in, learn a lot about chargers, and dream about the next one.  If you are dead set on a car now then buying a restoration project doesn't sound like the best idea.

[Benfro89]

Wow really that would be great I got to be honest with you it would be great to find a car in the next couple weeks

My best advise would be not to set a time line and don't rush. The best deals don't come just because you want them. Keep saving and keep watching and in the end you'll be glad you did.

This is the best advice I've seen so far on this. Their is much to find out about what you want. That you seem to be in a big hurry will get you in trouble.
You are asking advice from those that have been just where you are and we are here to help.
If you jump on something because you just can't wait than it will most likely cost you money. This is something we know because we have all been there.
If you have extra money to blow just to see what happens than learn the way we did.
It's a good lesson but you can side step that by what you get from this site.

Your definitely right I'm just not sure what to do I need a car i have been looking for months now

My parents have made a deal with me for my first car they will match any money I have so I only get one shot I just don't want to be a ricer :p

[Benfro89]

Wow really that would be great I got to be honest with you it would be great to find a car in the next couple weeks

My best advise would be not to set a time line and don't rush. The best deals don't come just because you want them. Keep saving and keep watching and in the end you'll be glad you did.

This is the best advice I've seen so far on this. Their is much to find out about what you want. That you seem to be in a big hurry will get you in trouble.
You are asking advice from those that have been just where you are and we are here to help.
If you jump on something because you just can't wait than it will most likely cost you money. This is something we know because we have all been there.
If you have extra money to blow just to see what happens than learn the way we did.
It's a good lesson but you can side step that by what you get from this site.

I agree completely.  Like I said, the take it slow, do your research, and let the right car pop up is the best advice you will get buying your first charger (and I will assume there will be more in your life).  

If you are a 16 year old, in the same way that I and most of us were 16, and are dying to have a car right now, and it must be a charger, the Nashville car is your only option from the ones you have shown us.  I think you should be able to easily negotiate with that guy to make the car plus shipping come to $6k or less.  Then once you have one, you can dive in, learn a lot about chargers, and dream about the next one.  If you are dead set on a car now then buying a restoration project doesn't sound like the best idea.

Man thank you for the advice thank you all

I would just like it atleast running by August and around 7000 I don't care where it's from Craigslist eBay ect and I would like to get the best model  I can (ha kinda sounds like a lot)  I wish I could have gotten that red 73 it was perfect

[ws23rt]

You need a car?---You need something to drive till you get a charger?  Is that what you are talking about?

[Benfro89]

You need a car?---You need something to drive till you get a charger?  Is that what you are talking about?

I need a car but I would like it to be a charger and just spend the money that I have 7k on the best one I can buy kinda thing you know just like that bike I showed I might not start at much buy I spend my tint on it and somehow the money just comes

[Benfro89]

I'm sorry for being so complex I've pretty much set my mind that I'm going to use whatever money I have to buy the best charger I can in the next couple weeks then hey if I want a different model or better car I can always sell it for a nicer charger or put money into it

[familymopar]

Oh sorry mabeay in looking for second generation instead of being bodies not sure

I'd love to just wait  but this is going to be a driving car not just a project for me you know

Don't be sorry. Here are three cars.  Pic 1 is a first gen charger.  Pic 2 is a seccond gen charger.  Pic 3 is a third gen charger.  there are significant variances between the cars within the "generation" but this gives you the idea of body lines.

Credit: Pic 1 belongs to a member of this forum, rosey66.  I am sure he won't mind.

[familymopar]

I meant to say - and they are all b bodies.

[Benfro89]

Oh sorry mabeay in looking for second generation instead of being bodies not sure

I'd love to just wait  but this is going to be a driving car not just a project for me you know

Don't be sorry. Here are three cars.  Pic 1 is a first gen charger.  Pic 2 is a seccond gen charger.  Pic 3 is a third gen charger.  there are significant variances between the cars within the "generation" but this gives you the idea of body lines.

Credit: Pic 1 belongs to a member of this forum, rosey66.  I am sure he won't mind.

And I absolutely do not mind 68-72 and 73 arnt bad but I just like the hide away headlights  

[Benfro89]

I meant to say - and they are all b bodies.

I like the picture of your 68 by the way 

[familymopar]

And I absolutely do not mind 68-72 and 73 arnt bad but I just like the hide away headlights  

I agree with you.  But if time is short, money is limited, you insist on a charger, and you insist on a few weeks, that makes it tough.  All I am saying is that, of the list you showed us, the Nashville car is the clear winner.   I am sure the list is not exhaustive...

[familymopar]

I like the picture of your 68 by the way 

Thank you.   

[ws23rt]

You need a car?---You need something to drive till you get a charger?  Is that what you are talking about?

I need a car but I would like it to be a charger and just spend the money that I have 7k on the best one I can buy kinda thing you know just like that bike I showed I might not start at much buy I spend my tint on it and somehow the money just comes

I am getting a better picture now.----
What you need is a car. You also like the old chargers. These are two different things.
So you are hoping to find a charger that will be your primary transport as well as the style you want.
I get it now.  That is a bigger order for your budget.

[Benfro89]

And I absolutely do not mind 68-72 and 73 arnt bad but I just like the hide away headlights  

I agree with you.  But if time is short, money is limited, you insist on a charger, and you insist on a few weeks, that makes it tough.  All I am saying is that, of the list you showed us, the Nashville car is the clear winner.   I am sure the list is not exhaustive...

No definitely not hopefully more come up do you mind helping me with one thing what is the top model for 71-73 years for example se or rt I have no clue and how would you know which model is which by the vin?  Thank you guys

[Benfro89]

You need a car?---You need something to drive till you get a charger?  Is that what you are talking about?

I need a car but I would like it to be a charger and just spend the money that I have 7k on the best one I can buy kinda thing you know just like that bike I showed I might not start at much buy I spend my tint on it and somehow the money just comes

I am getting a better picture now.----
What you need is a car. You also like the old chargers. These are two different things.
So you are hoping to find a charger that will be your primary transport as well as the style you want.
I get it now.  That is a bigger order for your budget.

Yep you got it I don't want to be a ricer and I want a charger that is close to drive able I have found cars like the ones on Craigslist which don't seem to be to bad so it shouldn't be impossible I was just wondering what I should look for and if you guys know of any cars that kind thing I was also confused on models

[polywideblock]

top of the line in 71 was R/T (WS23)in 72 it changed to rallye(WH23 )  5th digit is engine callout U is 440 H is 340

[Benfro89]

top of the line in 71 was R/T (WS23)in 72 it changed to rallye(WH23 )  5th digit is engine callout U is 440 H is 340

That helps me a lot thank you

[Benfro89]

It's thier anyway to hide the headlights on a 73? Because thier are a lot of very good looking 73s but I really like the charger for its non headlight big grill

[Benfro89]

Do you guys think this could be a RT? it has a 4 speed in it but it doesnt have bucket seats and the engine is a 318 because it got swapped earlier in its life
http://greenville.craigslist.org/cto/4535132337.html

Also found this ralley http://oneonta.craigslist.org/cto/4545594332.html

[70 sublime]

If this is going to be your first car it will not be your last car
Get any Charger that is moving on its own power that is close to your home that you can go look at it before buying it
No matter what car you get there will always be something to learn (where to look for rust ect) that you will use on the next one 

First car and big motor is not always a good idea

Who is going to pay for car insurance ? (bigger motor bigger cost)

[Benfro89]

If this is going to be your first car it will not be your last car
Get any Charger that is moving on its own power that is close to your home that you can go look at it before buying it
No matter what car you get there will always be something to learn (where to look for rust ect) that you will use on the next one 

First car and big motor is not always a good idea

Who is going to pay for car insurance ? (bigger motor bigger cost)

I believe the insurance will be half and half and yeah that is a good idea thats what i was thinking just try and nail a car down

[70 sublime]

All of these are too far away for you but it is something to look at
Remember they are in Canadian $$ (which is usually higher prices than US)


http://www.kijiji.ca/b-classic-cars/ontario/dodge-charger/k0c122l9004

[Daytona R/T SE]

The best advice I can give a 16 year old wanting an old car is...

Wait until you're at least 30.

Take your money and buy the nicest, most reliable late model car or truck you can afford.

Something that you can drive reliably everyday, all the way through high school and college.

Something that you can be proud of and depend on now.

An old car will suck up all of your money and all of your free time.

That's time you should spend with friends, family, chasin' chicks and working on your education, and ultimately your career.

Later in life, after you've established yourself with a home of your own and a good solid income...

THAT is the time to think about an old car.

NOT before.


This is the advice I would give myself, if I could go back to '79 and slap the 16 year old me upside the head.  

I would then emphasize my point with a swift kick in my own ass.

These cars can be a lot of fun, but they can also distract you from what you really should be doing.


I'm still paying the price for this.

Every day.

And will be for the rest of my life.