A bit of MOPAR Trivia
06-23-2007, 12:47 PM
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A bit of MOPAR Trivia
Can you name this production Chrysler product built in the early 70's
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06-23-2007, 02:59 PM
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RE: A bit of MOPAR Trivia
Could it be a Valiant Charger?
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06-23-2007, 07:15 PM
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RE: A bit of MOPAR Trivia
BINGO!!! We have a winner.
ONE OF THE RAREST CARS ON THE PLANET. 1972 CHRYSLER- AUSTRALIA CHARGER 770! THIS ULTRA RARE, RIGHT HAND DRIVE MUSCLE CAR IS A MUST HAVE FOR THE DISCRIMINATING MOPAR COLLECTOR.
In 1971, a new star was introduced to the Australian motoring scene- the VH Valiant Charger Fastback. By 1970 the Chrysler Valiant line was know as stodgy, dependable passenger sedans. This all went out the window with the introduction of the Charger. The Charger won the Wheels Magazine "Car of the Year" Award in 1971.
Australian Motoring News described the Charger as "...the most handsome car Chrysler has ever produced, and probably the best looking car ever produced by an Australian manufacturer". Production ended in 1978, when Mitsubishi took over the Chrysler Australian Operation. From 1971 to 1978 only 31,857 Chargers (all models) were produced. They were sold in Australia and also exported to England, South Africa, New Zealand, Southeast Asia, and throughout the Pacific. It is unknown how many of this miniscule production run were ever exported into the U.S., but only a few VH Charger 770's are estimated to be in this country. None are ever listed for sale. The Charger remains today as the fastest production vehicle made in Australia. In addition, The Charger has an unparalleled racing history in New Zealand. A Charger R/T recently sold at auction in Australia for $130,000. It has been predicted by several Mopar experts that the Australian Charger may become one of the hottest collectibles in Mopar history. This 770 is the Deluxe model in the product line, and also the only model with V8 engines.
This Rare Classic spent it's whole life in the temperate climate of Sydney Australia. It was imported to sunny California in 2005. Vehicle holds clear California title.
ONE OF THE RAREST CARS ON THE PLANET. 1972 CHRYSLER- AUSTRALIA CHARGER 770! THIS ULTRA RARE, RIGHT HAND DRIVE MUSCLE CAR IS A MUST HAVE FOR THE DISCRIMINATING MOPAR COLLECTOR.
In 1971, a new star was introduced to the Australian motoring scene- the VH Valiant Charger Fastback. By 1970 the Chrysler Valiant line was know as stodgy, dependable passenger sedans. This all went out the window with the introduction of the Charger. The Charger won the Wheels Magazine "Car of the Year" Award in 1971.
Australian Motoring News described the Charger as "...the most handsome car Chrysler has ever produced, and probably the best looking car ever produced by an Australian manufacturer". Production ended in 1978, when Mitsubishi took over the Chrysler Australian Operation. From 1971 to 1978 only 31,857 Chargers (all models) were produced. They were sold in Australia and also exported to England, South Africa, New Zealand, Southeast Asia, and throughout the Pacific. It is unknown how many of this miniscule production run were ever exported into the U.S., but only a few VH Charger 770's are estimated to be in this country. None are ever listed for sale. The Charger remains today as the fastest production vehicle made in Australia. In addition, The Charger has an unparalleled racing history in New Zealand. A Charger R/T recently sold at auction in Australia for $130,000. It has been predicted by several Mopar experts that the Australian Charger may become one of the hottest collectibles in Mopar history. This 770 is the Deluxe model in the product line, and also the only model with V8 engines.
This Rare Classic spent it's whole life in the temperate climate of Sydney Australia. It was imported to sunny California in 2005. Vehicle holds clear California title.
06-24-2007, 09:53 AM
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RE: A bit of MOPAR Trivia
So does that put me in the Dodge Challenger hall of fame?
How many browny buttons do I win?
Did I win movie tickets to see the next rendition of Vanishing Point?
How about a tickets to Chicago Auto Show to see the Challenger production car.
Okay, okay I will settle for a Venti Caramel Machiatto at Starbucks.
How many browny buttons do I win?
Did I win movie tickets to see the next rendition of Vanishing Point?
How about a tickets to Chicago Auto Show to see the Challenger production car.
Okay, okay I will settle for a Venti Caramel Machiatto at Starbucks.
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For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.
06-24-2007, 04:58 PM
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RE: A bit of MOPAR Trivia
What was the drive train and as far as trans and rear end also. Any info on that? That is a nice looking car and again I have to say that the Ausies are right next to the USA in their taste for cars.
06-25-2007, 04:35 PM
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RE: A bit of MOPAR Trivia
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What was the drive train and as far as trans and rear end also. Any info on that? That is a nice looking car and again I have to say that the Ausies are right next to the USA in their taste for cars.
What was the drive train and as far as trans and rear end also. Any info on that? That is a nice looking car and again I have to say that the Ausies are right next to the USA in their taste for cars.
Engines were:
VH, VJ VK and CL - 215 ci, 245 ci and 265 ci Chrysler Australia Hemi 6
VH & VJ - 318 ci, 340 ci and 360 ci versions of the V8 Chrysler LA engine
VK & CL 318 ci and 360 ci versions of the V8 Chrysler LA engine
Charger R/T E37 (Street version of the 6 pack engine).
Charger R/T E38 (Factory production racing car - 280 BHP Small and big tank track pack options)
Charger R/T E48 (Street version of the 6 pack engine).
Charger R/T E49 (Factory production racing car - 302 BHP Small and big tank track pack options
"Six-pack" 265 ci engine with three two-barrel Weber carburetors
E38 - higher compression ratio, different gear ratios, and 280 BHP
E49 - four-speed manual gearbox, 302 BHP. Fully blueprinted engine ready to race.
Charger SE and 770 E55 275 BHP V8 340 ci.
VH, VJ VK and CL - 215 ci, 245 ci and 265 ci Chrysler Australia Hemi 6
VH & VJ - 318 ci, 340 ci and 360 ci versions of the V8 Chrysler LA engine
VK & CL 318 ci and 360 ci versions of the V8 Chrysler LA engine
Charger R/T E37 (Street version of the 6 pack engine).
Charger R/T E38 (Factory production racing car - 280 BHP Small and big tank track pack options)
Charger R/T E48 (Street version of the 6 pack engine).
Charger R/T E49 (Factory production racing car - 302 BHP Small and big tank track pack options
"Six-pack" 265 ci engine with three two-barrel Weber carburetors
E38 - higher compression ratio, different gear ratios, and 280 BHP
E49 - four-speed manual gearbox, 302 BHP. Fully blueprinted engine ready to race.
Charger SE and 770 E55 275 BHP V8 340 ci.
Jeremiah, for winning this competition "you win a life time supply of Squeezy Cheeze! Remember, if its unnatural and unhealthy, its Squeezy Cheeze!"
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RE: A bit of MOPAR Trivia
Gee thanks for wishing me constipation. LOL!
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For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.
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