Description

1970 Dodge Challenger R/T 426 HEMI – Matching Numbers, Rotisserie Restored, Iconic American Muscle

Key Information
• Model: Challenger R/T 426 HEMI
• Year: 1970
• Mileage: 47,800 miles
• Transmission: A833 4-Speed Manual
• Engine: Matching Numbers 426ci HEMI V8
• Exterior: HEMI Orange (EV2)
• Interior: Black Vinyl (X9)
• Owners: 3
• Condition: Restored
• Title: Clear

This 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T 426 HEMI is a breathtaking and thoroughly documented example of one of the most coveted muscle cars of the golden era. Presented in factory-correct HEMI Orange (EV2) with a black vinyl roof, this R-code Challenger is a matching-numbers car powered by its original 426ci HEMI V8 and backed by the correct A833 four-speed manual gearbox. The car was the subject of a meticulous rotisserie restoration approximately 14 years ago and has seen minimal use since, with fewer than 48,000 miles showing.

Restoration was carried out with uncompromising attention to factory-correct detail, guided by the car’s original build sheet—still with the vehicle today, worn and aged like a relic from the past. The car was restored to its exact production specification, including the rare stripe delete option and factory Track Pak (A33), with telltale overspray present in the engine bay and undercarriage to verify authenticity. Original fender tags bearing the all-important “HEMI” designation remain in place, along with matching factory stampings on the body and drivetrain—excluding only the radiator support bar, a commonly replaced panel in E-body Mopars.

Since then, it has received light enhancements for usability, including a new clutch and electronic ignition. Afterward, it spent time in a private collection in Majorca before being acquired by its current owner in 2020, who commissioned a Mopar specialist inspection and tune-up. Recent mechanical attention includes new sump and rocker cover gaskets, steering adjustment, and ignition timing calibration.

Mechanically, this car is exactly what you’d expect from a 7-liter HEMI brute: thunderous, immediate, and unforgettable. It fires up with confidence and channels power through a precise pistol-grip shifter that makes every gear change feel solid and deliberate. Once warmed up, it pulls like a freight train with a soundtrack as fierce as it is iconic. Power delivery is exhilarating, yet thanks to upgrades and expert tuning, it remains well-mannered at cruising speeds.

The bodywork is show-quality throughout, with panel fit, gaps, and brightwork all presenting superbly. The EV2 HEMI Orange paintwork glows with depth and luster, showing only minor stone chips. The black vinyl roof is taut and flawless. The factory body-color steel wheels are fitted with Goodyear Polyglas tires, period-correct and in excellent condition. Chrome trim, lights, grille, and badges are all intact and remarkably well preserved.

The interior is equally impressive, presenting in factory-correct black vinyl with high attention to originality. Bucket seats remain supportive and unmarked, while the pistol-grip shifter, dash, and door cards are in excellent condition. Even the center console cubby carries a touch of character in the form of an original 8-track tape—“The Best of the Doobie Brothers”—adding to the car’s period-correct charm. While the shift boot could benefit from minor adjustment, the remainder of the cabin is cohesive, clean, and deeply evocative.

Underneath, the car remains exceptionally clean. The chassis and drivetrain are structurally sound and free from rust. Suspension components are well-maintained, and the undercarriage features correct finishes and protection. The engine bay is dry, detailed, and a striking visual with its factory orange block.

This Challenger R/T HEMI is a rare opportunity to own an icon—unapologetically loud, powerful, and dripping with American attitude. It stands as a beautifully restored and historically correct example of Mopar’s most fearsome creation, offered in collector-grade condition and ready to be enjoyed or displayed with pride.

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