Looking for 66-70 Charger for TV

[jhutcheson]

Hi y'all,

I am a producer with the show MuscleCar on Spike TV.  I direct the Flashback part of the show and right now I'm looking to do a feature on the 1st or 2nd Gen Chargers.  I need a stock Charger with at least a 383, preferably a 440 or Hemi.  It needs to be numbers matching with correct paint and options.  The owner would need to bring the car to our studios near Nashville where they'll drive the car while we shoot it.  There is no compensation involved, just the chance to get a professionally crafted TV segment devoted to your car.  If you think you've got the car we're looking for, email me at jhutcheson@rtmtv.com.

Thanks,
James Hutcheson
RTM Productions
Franklin, TN

[41husk]

What time slot is your show aired?

[hemi68charger]

too bad you weren't shooting in Houston, I'd get ya my Daytona..     Then again, isn't a stock production Charger... If you want a OEM Charger R/T, the 440 is the standard engine,,,,, no 383 Charger R/T's, but as you eluded to, plenty of 383 '66-'67's................

Good luck on the shot, let us know when it'll be aired when known.............

Troy

[PocketThunder]

I have that exact car, original paint and all, but you'd have to come to Minneapolis for the shoot.   

[jhutcheson]

The show airs 11:30am CST weekends on Spike.  We are looking to shoot this in the next couple of months and it will air sometime in early 2011.

[resq302]

Hi y'all,

I am a producer with the show MuscleCar on Spike TV.  I direct the Flashback part of the show and right now I'm looking to do a feature on the 1st or 2nd Gen Chargers.  I need a stock Charger R/T with at least a 383, preferably a 440 or Hemi.  It needs to be numbers matching with correct paint and options.  The owner would need to bring the car to our studios near Nashville where they'll drive the car while we shoot it.  There is no compensation involved, just the chance to get a professionally crafted TV segment devoted to your car.  If you think you've got the car we're looking for, email me at jhutcheson@rtmtv.com.

Thanks,
James Hutcheson
RTM Productions
Franklin, TN

Well, if you are looking for a Charger R/T with a 383, you are never going to find an original one in the second gens.  Shame you weren't looking in NJ as my car is like it left the assembly line however, it is a correct period engine but it is not a "numbers matching" engine since the original block is long gone as like most of these muscle cars back in the day.

[jhutcheson]

Let me clarify a bit what I am looking for:

66-67 Charger 383,440 or Hemi

OR

68-69 Charger R/T 440 or Hemi

I'd prefer one w/ these options:

-4 speed
-a bright, factory correct paint color (i.e. not black, white, brown, gray) looks better on TV
-tick-tach-tock
- stripes

The motor doesn't have to be the original numbers matching one--just needs to be the same type of motor it came with originally.

Thanks for the response so far!

[Mike DC]

  
If it can just be "very stock appearing" and not truly 100% stock, that would free up your pool of potential cars.  



A whole lotta owners have replacement engines that are the same as the factory engine, or just visually dressed the same.  Or R/T clone cars entirely, which are visually and mechanically the same as a factory R/T but the serial number just doesn't match, etc.

Lots of owners have modern radial tires, sometimes on the original wheels, other times it's a set of wheels that did not come on that particular car but are still typical for 1960s Dodges, etc.  

Some cars are currently painted colors that were in the 1960s Dodge Charger catalog but are not the shade that particular car was built with.  Or the car was factory-ordered with an optional vinyl top which has since been removed, etc.  


 

[jhutcheson]

Yes, Mike, that's right.  If anyone thinks they have a car that would work but you're not sure, go ahead and respond.  It doesn't have to be a 100% accurate Concours perfect car.  That's great if it is, but in my experience, guys that own those don't always want to really drive them.  I'm basically looking for a very close to accurate representation of the Charger, something without a lot of glaring modifications. 

Thanks,
James

[Mike DC]

(I was just modifiying my above post while you were responding.)

[resq302]

James, with the exception of my tail stripe, it sounds like my charger is pretty much what you are looking for.  Shame Im all the way up in NJ.

[71ChallengeHer]

James, with the exception of my tail stripe, it sounds like my charger is pretty much what you are looking for.  Shame Im all the way up in NJ.

trailer it down 

[mikepmcs]

well, you came to the right place.......you should do the segment on the first 3 generations at the same time and have them drive one behind the other.  I'm sure there are a few members that meet your vehicle requirements.  As for me.....................yeeeehaaaawwwwwwwwwwwwwww!! I'm out! 

v/r
Beauregard "Bo" Duke  aka...Mike

[Plum Crazy 68]

NO COMPENSATION!!!! They make money on these shows and should at least pay for expenses.  I've been in three TV segments and two movies and got compensated fairly for non speaking parts.  These cars are expensive to operate and repair if any stupid stage hand decides he want to jump in the doors or slide across the hood while the owner is not around.  Be careful folks.

[Just 6T9 CHGR]

NO COMPENSATION!!!! They make money on these shows and should at least pay for expenses.  I've been in three TV segments and two movies and got compensated fairly for non speaking parts.  These cars are expensive to operate and repair if any stupid stage hand decides he want to jump in the doors or slide across the hood while the owner is not around.  Be careful folks.

I concur

[ACUDANUT]

 Yea, What a crock. Is there inspector there to tell you if it's the correct engine. Most can't tell a 383 from  a 440. LOL

[motorcitydak]

Guys, relax....this is an awesome opportunity to get your car on a really cool national TV show. I cannot believe the responses so far! You are more than willing to drive cross country to go to carlisle to put it in a row of 1000's or other similar cars but no one wants to have a once in a lifetime opportunity to showcase their pride and joy with its very own segment? This guy is here to find an awesome car and most of what I read is complaints! If you don't have the car he is looking for, try to find someone who does or keep out of it. If my car was done and factory correct I would be more than happy to take this chance. Sadly I cannot but I will see what I can do to find the car that is. The Woodward Dream Cruise is in a few weeks. I will be there and will scout out a few good cars for you. If you would like, I can put your info in the car to get the owners to connect with you. I am sure there is someone out there with the perfect car for your spotlight, please just give us a few moments to find it for you.

[vancamp]

I might consider it but the 69 is black and has non stock stipe and intake....

[moparstuart]

you need to have on a superbird convertible  in a future show   

[Vainglory, Esq.]

No 1970s?  An R/T with at least a 383?  Clearly you don't know shit from shit.

[Chad L. Magee]

you need to have on a superbird convertible  in a future show   

I agree...

[Chad L. Magee]

I don't have one that qualifies (all of my RTs are rough projects), but I will ask around to the Charger RT owners that I know.  I have already added it to my Dodge Charger Owners Group on facebook, so you may get a few more replies....

[Plum Crazy 68]

I didn't say it wasn't worth going, but at least try to get something for your time and effort.  I'm in another club that rented vehicles for "Shutter Island" and "Valkerie".  We had nothing but problems with the Valkerie people.  Their guys were taking joy rides in $160,000 vehicles when the set was closed for the night.  On the "Shutter Island" job our guys got $700 for one days rent.  You have to write a contract or something to cover your butt in case your car is damaged in any way.  Yes, I will watch the show and I know it's cool to be involved with something on national television, but just be careful.

Brad 

[resq302]

Jackie, if it wasn't for the fact that I would have to take time off from work, spend money for hotels and fuel, be away from my family, and then possibly have something happen to my car once it gets on set, I would have gladly trailered it down to TN if there was some kind of compensation for it.  The expenses that I would incur just to have my car POSSIBLY be on TV would not outweigh the media hype that my charger would get from being on national TV.  Now, if they were to pay all of my expenses to get me and my car down there, I would certainly consider it without a doubt.  But like someone else said, with all the sponsorships that Spike has for all of these shows, I can't see why they can't hand out a little money for a car they would want to appear on the show since they are getting money to operate the show.  To me, having a car on the show is just another prop expense.

[b5blue]

I saw this coming.....   You guys are taking him too serious and literal, it's Spike TV....not Antiques Roadshow! He should throw in at least a tank of gas, lunch and some Tee Shirts though. 

[ACUDANUT]

 Who on this show, is going to really know what is stock and was is "correct" is my thought.  Why is a  2nd Gen 1970 Charger (same body style as 68-69) excluded ? 

[resq302]

Who on this show, is going to really know what is stock and was is "correct" is my thought.  Why is a  2nd Gen 1970 Charger (same body style as 68-69) excluded ? 

Because it has that ugly recuangular "wide mouth bass" front bumper.   

[ACUDANUT]

Who on this show, is going to really know what is stock and was is "correct" is my thought.  Why is a  2nd Gen 1970 Charger (same body style as 68-69) excluded ?  

Because it has that ugly recuangular "wide mouth bass" front bumper.  

ARE you kidding....It looks like a F-100 Fighter intake !!

[resq302]

yup, that looks like a large mouth bass too.   

[ACUDANUT]

 Better looking that a Chevy pick-up/car .  

[b5blue]

HEY! We all know vacuum headlight doors SUCK! So back off my large mouth bass 70!  I love them all, even the F-100! 

[ronwest]

Typical "Producer" that doesn't pay. Wonder if he's workin' for free, but has a regular job, ecchhh hmmm B*#@Sh*t!

[71ChallengeHer]

Jackie, if it wasn't for the fact that I would have to take time off from work, spend money for hotels and fuel, be away from my family, and then possibly have something happen to my car once it gets on set, I would have gladly trailered it down to TN if there was some kind of compensation for it.  The expenses that I would incur just to have my car POSSIBLY be on TV would not outweigh the media hype that my charger would get from being on national TV.  Now, if they were to pay all of my expenses to get me and my car down there, I would certainly consider it without a doubt.  But like someone else said, with all the sponsorships that Spike has for all of these shows, I can't see why they can't hand out a little money for a car they would want to appear on the show since they are getting money to operate the show.  To me, having a car on the show is just another prop expense.

I don't blame you. That would be one expensive trip. I know when Shelby was on movie sets.  They fed everyone all day. Plus paid our hotel. And paid her. 

[resq302]

HEY! We all know vacuum headlight doors SUCK! So back off my large mouth bass 70!  I love them all, even the F-100! 

Yes, they do.  Otherwise they wouldn't work.    

[bordin34]

Speaking of commercials, Jackie did you ever find Shelby's commercial?

[71ChallengeHer]

Speaking of commercials, Jackie did you ever find Shelby's commercial?

Dan, It's in the back some were. She hid it so we couldn't watch it. 

[resq302]

Jackie, tell her I want to see it.  Maybe she will bring it to the bbq.

[71ChallengeHer]

Jackie, tell her I want to see it.  Maybe she will bring it to the bbq.

Brian,It's on VHS. And you'll have to talk her into it. LOL

[hemi-hampton]

I'd like to use my car but I'm way up in Detroit. Plus don't think I Qualify, ugly brown in color, a 1970, ripped up front seat & recent slight accident to left front   LEON.

[Chargerrtforme]

I agree with if you come to me you can use my car. What about  the guy that heads down there and while he's left  his family and spent money to go there they take someone else. No thanks.

[drifter69]

My car is undergoing a full resto by the experts! Mabey he would like to bring his show on the road? You can find my car at the state prison in Buena Vista, Colorado. I sure the fellas would love to hang out. 

[HOTROD]

MAN I wish my car was done damit  u guys sound like a bunch of women winey asses !!

[charge-it]

I guess I'm out. Although my car is more correct than many R/T's that I've seen it's not a real R/T. It does have a correctly dressed 440, correct 18 spline console shifted 4 speed, a correct 3:54 geared dana 60, correct suspension, correct exhaust, and is 100% restored interior including the rallye dash with re-silk screen gauges with a correctly working tic toc tach, totally crazy with correct detail items, but it's black. Black vinyl top, black paint, black interior, black, black black. I'm sure someone will step up and make us Mopar guys proud with some TV time devoted to our beloved Chargers. Good luck in your search and thanks for wanting a Mopar for your show!

[hemi-hampton]

I guess I'm out. Although my car is more correct than many R/T's that I've seen it's not a real R/T. It does have a correctly dressed 440, correct 18 spline console shifted 4 speed, a correct 3:54 geared dana 60, correct suspension, correct exhaust, and is 100% restored interior including the rallye dash with re-silk screen gauges with a correctly working tic toc tach, totally crazy with correct detail items, but it's black. Black vinyl top, black paint, black interior, black, black black. I'm sure someone will step up and make us Mopar guys proud with some TV time devoted to our beloved Chargers. Good luck in your search and thanks for wanting a Mopar for your show!

Looks like a good canidate to me   LEON.

[mikepmcs]

You gonna haul that thing 18 hours from Lewiston to TN?
Been there , done that. 

[472 R/T SE]

Bill, with his black V code '70 Charger R/T is right there in Tennessee.  His car has been in many rags' & is an absolute beauty.  All factory correct & #'s matching if I remember correct.

But alas, it's black & a '70.  

At the sake of dog piling, if you want the vibrant, high impact colors you need to include the 1970 model year.


Bill's car.  Can't remember if it's a 3 pedal car?

[jhutcheson]

Hey Guys,

Let me just clear up a few misconceptions about this show.  The owner will be the only one driving the car...period.  We do not take them for joyrides.  The shoot lasts from about 8:30-5:30 and will be in the owner's possession the entire time.  The car that is chosen for the segment will be featured in the segment.  There is no risk of it ending up "on the cutting room floor."  

Yes we do make money off this show...that's how we earn a living.  But car shows make money off your car, too, and you pay them to enter your car--and in return, you usually just get a trophy, if you're lucky.  We are devoting a professional TV crew to your car, which in itself is very expensive.  At the end of it all, you will have a one-of-a-kind video all about your car and it will be shown on national TV.  I think that's a pretty sweet deal.  

As for knowing whether its stock or not, a lot of that is left up to the owner to prove.  Most bring documents with them like Marty reports and such.  I also do more research on the car to double check and I consult with other owners, like on this forum. 

One other thing, I will open this up to '70 Chargers.  I thought we had done one already, but we haven't.  We'll cover the 3rd Gen Chargers another time, but we did just do a feature on the '71 Charger Super Bee.  Hope you caught it.


Thanks,
James "Hutch" Hutcheson
RTM Productions

[mikepmcs]

Hutch
Way to hang in there.  These guys can really throw a beating on people.

Hope you get your car soon. I'll be watching the show for sure if I know a member from here will be on it.

Ok, I'll probably watch it anyway. 

[Cooter]

Like Mike, Mine is Orange has the 440 With a 5-SPEED, and looks pretty good... However, it has a big "01" on both doors, and a Huge Confederate flag on the roof so I'm out..

[6pkrtse]

jhutcheson,
"One other thing, I will open this up to '70 Chargers".

I have a Red 440 R/T S.E. loaded with options. Air,cruise, power windows, AM/ 8 track, rear defrost, etc, etc. including adding a factory sixpack set up.
Too bad I am way up in Michigan too.

[lexxman]

2011 is a long ways away

have you done any other shows on chargers?

[mopar0166]

Good to hear, after all those years of watching and waiting for a charger!  Cant wait to see it !

[hemi-hampton]

Bill, with his black V code '70 Charger R/T is right there in Tennessee.  His car has been in many rags' & is an absolute beauty.  All factory correct & #'s matching if I remember correct.

But alas, it's black & a '70.  

At the sake of dog piling, if you want the vibrant, high impact colors you need to include the 1970 model year.


Bill's car.  Can't remember if it's a 3 pedal car?

Bills got a killer Black 6 pak car. Being right there in Tennesee sounds like a good canidate. LEON.