Buying a 69-70, Need some advice

[vick79]

Trying to go see this one, the car is local.

http://cars-on-line.com/49852.html

Ive noticed people who are selling chargers, they post the ad, but many of them really dont want to sell. (even at asking price)

[Cooter]

A Rust free 1968-70 Dodge Charger that's over 40 years old, that isn't gonna cost at least $30K today? And let's add on top of all that it's a REAL R/T? oh, and make it numbers matching too? Well then, sure, it should be selling around $15K running...Um, yeah good luck with that. There's NOTHING out there today, some 40 years later that isn't gonna cost at least $15-25K that is running and in good condition, has everything there, big block engine, Sure grip rear, paint and bodywork done(Even IF it's a Body buggy. Someone paid for that work and want the money back). Sure, there are some lemons, but if you are looking for a cheap "Barn find"/ "Survivor"/Whatever, your search will take years to find...If ever.

[charger_fan_4ever]

Trying to go see this one, the car is local.

http://cars-on-line.com/49852.html

Ive noticed people who are selling chargers, they post the ad, but many of them really dont want to sell. (even at asking price)

That V code was discussed here before. A lot of coin for No fender tag or buildsheet. Just some govier papers.... It was for sale back in 2008 when I bought my car.

[Dino]

Trying to go see this one, the car is local.

http://cars-on-line.com/49852.html

Ive noticed people who are selling chargers, they post the ad, but many of them really dont want to sell. (even at asking price)

Well it's a v-code, but no fender tag makes me very nervous and I wouldn't give a damn what Govier has to say about it.  That car again needs a ton of work so be careful.

When it says rust in trunk and lower quarters it actually means trunk is near gone and rust in lower quarters, wheelwells, rockers, around rear window and some on the floors.  That's when you find a good one and no I'm not kidding.

I cringe when people say frame is solid.  It means they look complete but for all you know they may get ripped the first time you take it out.  Wouldn't be the first solid frame Charger that has the leafs sticking through the floor.

[vick79]

I appreciate the input.

What got me started on this is a neighbour's car, he's had this '69 383 Superbee parked on his lawn for at least 6yrs. All the panels look solid, i didnt notice too many dents, interior looks complete. Im sure if I ask him about it, he'll say he's going to restore it someday. yeah right, they all say that. He has a few other cars sitting on blocks, seems to have a hoarding tendency.

[vick79]

I explanded my search to 68s, i do like this one

http://cars-on-line.com/59536.html

[ACUDANUT]

Well, I am thinking of selling mine.  It's a 70 Charger with a 426 4-speed. (63 wedge motor).  Nothing original.  PS/PW/AC/PB. Drove it home from So. Cali back in 85.  It's been in hiding since then.  It see's maybe 10 miles a year.

[charger_fan_4ever]

I'd say forget about Atlas. I looked through all the pics of this car. Look at the hack job on the trunk pan. They only painted the outside of the car. Took a #'s match car and painted it purple. I'd be afraid of what is under the paint.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1970-R-T-Charger-Plum-Crazy-Purple-s-matching-broadcast-sheet-440-auto-/150796945780?pt=US_Cars_Trucks&hash=item231c32c974

[vick79]

I'd say forget about Atlas. I looked through all the pics of this car. Look at the hack job on the trunk pan. They only painted the outside of the car. Took a #'s match car and painted it purple. I'd be afraid of what is under the paint.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1970-R-T-Charger-Plum-Crazy-Purple-s-matching-broadcast-sheet-440-auto-/150796945780?pt=US_Cars_Trucks&hash=item231c32c974

Agreed, the black RT also for sale had a few rusty unpainted areas when I looked closely. I guess you cant expect a rotisserie quality job for a $40-45k price point that they sell their chargers for. Im sure its a decent job, just not for me.