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Started by Evolution69, October 17, 2011, 08:37:31 PM

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Evolution69

been after a charger for a while , Can't afford a done one, So ended up with a project
Haven't got it yet, Just won the auction tonight, Im sure some of you saw the project 68 that was listed in Denver, CO on ebay...
Anyway i've been a member for awhile but havn t really contributed, But im sure I will a lot more soon, this will be my second home and i'm sure I ll have lots of questions to ask you guys..
Thanks
Matching numbers 1968 Dodge Charger RT

"Because bad guys always drove Chargers" - Richard Hammond


nvrbdn

welcome to the show. feel free to post pic's as you get going :2thumbs:
70 Dodge Charger 500
70 Duster (Moulin Rouge)
73 Challenger
50 Dodge Pilot House

Charger-Bodie

Congrats !! Is it the blue 68?
68 Charger R/t white with black v/t and red tailstripe. 440 4 speed ,black interior
68 383 auto with a/c and power windows. Now 440 4 speed jj1 gold black interior .
My Charger is a hybrid car, it burns gas and rubber............

1970Moparmann

My name is Mike and I'm a Moparholic!

bbjones

Good buy, less than the local CL add :)

http://denver.craigslist.org/ctd/2638128785.html

QuoteBARN FIND RARE 1968 Dodge Charger R/T 440 #s Matching, Don't Wait!! - $13500 (Downtown)

Date: 2011-10-07, 4:29PM MDT
Reply to: sale-pyeuv-2638128785@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]

ONCE IN A LIFETIME OPPORTUNITY!!

All Pics Here: http://s1176.photobucket.com/albums/x332/USAClassics/1968%20Dodge%20Charger%20440%20Barn%20Find/

Walkaround Narrative Video Here: http://youtu.be/VuyarnYOtfo

ALWAYS EXCEPTING OFFERS AND TRADE PROPOSALS! Call Lucas at 303.720.023four to get your questions answered and to see the car in person.

You are looking at a true treasure, unearthed last month from a shed in Eastern Colorado. This Charger was purchased new in Denver (See Skyline Dodge plaque on trunk) and had been in this shed, along with 30 other rare muscle cars for the last ten years. It was tucked in the very back corner...

This Charger is a REAL L-Code R/T Charger, meaning that it has the monster 440 cu in HP (High Performance) motor. The car also has the original striping and paint on all body panels except for the right quarterpanel, which appears to have been replaced at one point. ALL THE NUMBERS MATCH...the body numbers on the radiator support match the trunk lid and the fender tag. The fender tag decodes the charger to be exactly what it appears to be...a 440 R/T with metallic blue paint and a white vinyl top.

BODY: Body is in great shape, considering that it was found in a barn...it is very straight and the gaps are uniform. There are some dents in the rear and trunk but overall the car is in great shape. It does not appear that the car was ever hit and is original metal except for the right quarterpanel. Only bondo present is at the rear corner of the passenger door where the new quarterpanel was fitted at some point.

RUST: Yes, there is rust but it is in the right areas...meaning that the floor is 99% solid save for a spot behind the driver's seat. See the pics of the car with the seats out and the shots of the undercarriage. The trunk floor is solid but will need to be replaced. The outer edges of the trunk are solid and thus only the pan will need to be replaced. The rust on the body is mostly isolated to the right quarterpanel. There is surface rust on the hood, roof and trunk lid but this is not cancerous. Window edges for the most part are solid and not rotting. See video for walk around and narrative of rust spots. NO RUST IN THE FRAME RAILS. This is an excellent candidate for restoration...we recently restored a 1969 Charger with extensive rust so we know our Chargers!!

Drivetrain: THE MOTOR AND TRANSMISSION ARE NUMBERS MATCHING!! See pics for numbers that match the VIN. The car was stored with the spark plugs out of the motor and the engine will not turn, even after soaking the cylinders in WD40. The transmission will need to be rebuilt as well. The motor is complete with the exception of the air cleaner.

Car is complete except for the rear seat back and some minor parts here and there. Although shown with two sets of wheels/tires, the Charger comes with the black "turbine" wheels. The tires are relatively new and are BFGs and Firestone brands.

Evolution69

Thanks guys

Yes thats the one,, What do you guys think?

Im happy as this is my first charger:D

thanks
Matching numbers 1968 Dodge Charger RT

"Because bad guys always drove Chargers" - Richard Hammond


terrible one

Welcome and cool Charger! I was watching that one on EBay. Looking forward to some progress pics! :yesnod:

NHCharger

Congrats on buying the car :cheers:
I'm currently restoring a 68 also.
From the few pics they had of the underside of the car the frame rails look solid. Grille looks to be in nice shape.
You got your work cut out for you on the body work. Do you plan on doing it yourself?
Can't believe they would store the car with the plugs out and the hood up.
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Evolution69

Thanks guys

I'dd like to think I can turn my hands to just about anything, However sometimes its best to let the professionals do it.

Once the car gets here then I can have a good look and make a plan.

Cheers
Matching numbers 1968 Dodge Charger RT

"Because bad guys always drove Chargers" - Richard Hammond


Vainglory, Esq.

Quote from: Evolution69 on October 17, 2011, 09:01:56 PM
Thanks guys

Yes thats the one,, What do you guys think?

Im happy as this is my first charger:D

thanks

I think you picked a great one.  Be prepared for hard work, but I promise it'll pay off on a car like that.  Looks solid, straight, and it's hard to beat that real, numbers-matching R/T thing.

Bob T

Hi Bud, QQ1 and white interior, well done , that will look striking when its done.
Great site for all the tricks and tips here

:cheers:

Bob
also a 68 owner
Old Dog, Old Tricks.

mightywing7

Nice score!  :2thumbs:

Best of luck on your new acquisition!!
1968 Dodge Charger R/T - 440 Magnum, 727
1968 Dodge Charger - 318, 904
1985 Chrysler LeBaron Turbo Convertible, Mark Cross - 2.2L Turbo
1987 Buick Grand National - 3.8L SFI Turbo
2006 Chrysler Crossfire SRT-6 Coupe, Supercharged 3.2L
2006 Chrysler 300C SRT-8, 6.1L HEMI

41husk

Welcome and great start.  I miss my QQ1 68.  I think you will love the color!
1969 Dodge Charger 500 440/727
1970 Challenger convertible 340/727
1970 Plymouth Duster FM3
1974 Dodge Dart /6/904
1983 Plymouth Scamp GT 2.2 Auto
1950 Dodge Pilot house pick up

Evolution69

Matching numbers 1968 Dodge Charger RT

"Because bad guys always drove Chargers" - Richard Hammond


moparstuart

great project keep us updated  ,  more detailed pictures once you get it also
  great color combo
GO SELL CRAZY SOMEWHERE ELSE WE ARE ALL STOCKED UP HERE

tan top

was looking at that on ebay last week  or week before !!  did you find out the story ??

looks an awesome car to restore !! matching numbers too  :coolgleamA:
Feel free to post any relevant picture you think we all might like to see in the threads below!

Charger Stuff 
http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index.php/topic,86777.0.html
Chargers in the background where you least expect them 
http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index.php/topic,97261.0.html
C500 & Daytonas & Superbirds
http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index.php/topic,95432.0.html
Interesting pictures & Stuff 
http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index.php/topic,109484.925.html
Old Dodge dealer photos wanted
 http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index.php/topic,120850.0.html

RKCHARGER


Evolution69

Thanks all  :cheers:

tan top only what is on the ebay listing, Im still in talks with seller, if I get anything intresting I shall report back

Thanks
Matching numbers 1968 Dodge Charger RT

"Because bad guys always drove Chargers" - Richard Hammond


tan top

no nothing bad , just was wondering on how or why  it been in storage / barn all that time  !!  normaly there is a story  attached to them  ,   i / we all  love reading about all charger stuff & storys  :yesnod:
i'm guessing you have had a look on the cars in barns web sites
:cheers: :yesnod: :2thumbs:
Feel free to post any relevant picture you think we all might like to see in the threads below!

Charger Stuff 
http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index.php/topic,86777.0.html
Chargers in the background where you least expect them 
http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index.php/topic,97261.0.html
C500 & Daytonas & Superbirds
http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index.php/topic,95432.0.html
Interesting pictures & Stuff 
http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index.php/topic,109484.925.html
Old Dodge dealer photos wanted
 http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index.php/topic,120850.0.html

Evolution69

I love reading those sites..

I actually came across this car on one of those sites before it hit ebay.

http://www.barnfinds.com/dirty-dodge-1968-dodge-charger-rt
Matching numbers 1968 Dodge Charger RT

"Because bad guys always drove Chargers" - Richard Hammond


RGA

Nice, That is a great starter. I know how it feels. I just got my first charger about a month ago, It still feels like a dream. Congradulations again. :2thumbs: :coolgleamA:

Evolution69

Matching numbers 1968 Dodge Charger RT

"Because bad guys always drove Chargers" - Richard Hammond


Evolution69


Car was picked up last weekend, Still a long way to come, but every journey starts with a single step



Will report back soon
Matching numbers 1968 Dodge Charger RT

"Because bad guys always drove Chargers" - Richard Hammond


carsnguitars

Pic is worth a thousand words...and only one comes to mind.....ANTICIPATION!!!  :drool5:
Followed that one as well. Look forward to seeing the progress on it.
Good luck.....

lexxman

Looks like you hours of fun there,keep us posted. :2thumbs: