Gateway Classic Cars of Houston
1910 Cypress Station Dr.
Houston, TX 77090
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Gateway Classic Cars is proud to present this 1973 Dodge Challenger, a Mopar muscle car that continues to command attention more than five decades after it first rolled onto the streets. Finished in eye-catching Rallye Red with a satin black hood treatment and matching side stripes, this Challenger captures the aggressive styling that made these E-body cars legends of the muscle car era. Sitting on chrome rally-style wheels wrapped in BFGoodrich Radial T/A tires, this Challenger has the stance enthusiasts expect from a big-block four-speed Mopar.
Lifting the hood reveals a 440 cubic-inch V8 backed by a 4-speed manual transmission, providing the kind of driver engagement that has made these cars so desirable. According to the accompanying handwritten build notes, the engine has been extensively upgraded with performance components including Edelbrock Performer RPM aluminum heads, an Edelbrock Performer RPM dual-plane intake manifold, a Holley 750 CFM double-pumper carburetor with mechanical secondaries, roller rockers, forged Wiseco aluminum pistons, Eagle forged steel connecting rods, and a steel crankshaft. The build also features a 10.5:1 compression ratio along with an Isky Mega high-torque camshaft, creating a serious foundation for big-block performance.
Additional performance upgrades include MSD ignition and distributor components, long tube headers feeding a 3-inch exhaust system, a four-row aluminum radiator with dual electric cooling fans, an electric choke, and an electric fuel pump equipped with a Holley bypass pressure regulator and return-style fuel system to help keep fuel delivery consistent.
The suspension and braking systems have also received attention. The handwritten notes indicate the front suspension has been rebuilt with new bushings and lower control arms, while Wilwood disc brakes have been installed to provide improved stopping capability.
Inside, the Challenger features a clean light-colored bucket seat interior that complements the vibrant exterior. The classic dashboard layout, center console, and iconic pistol-grip-style four-speed shifter complete the vintage muscle car atmosphere, reminding you that this Challenger was built for those who enjoy rowing through the gears and hearing the unmistakable sound of a healthy Mopar big block.
With its unmistakable Rallye Red appearance, upgraded 440 V8, four-speed manual transmission, and an extensive list of documented performance enhancements, this 1973 Dodge Challenger is ready for its next caretaker to appreciate one of America's most iconic muscle cars.
This 1973 Dodge Challenger is listed by our Houston Showroom and can be viewed in greater detail including 100+ HD pictures and an HD video at www.GatewayClassicCars.com. For additional information, please call our knowledgeable staff or email us at [email protected]. Our Houston Showroom is located at 1910 Cypress Station Drive Suite 200 Houston, TX 77090.
| Year: | 1973 |
| Make: | Dodge |
| Model: | Challenger |
| Mileage: | 6824 |
| Exterior Color: | Red |
| Interior Color: | |
| Trim: | |
| Body: | coupe |
| Stock: | 3221-HOU |
| Engine Size: | 440 |
| Transmission: | 4 spd Manual |
| Vin: | JH23G38238077 |
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Our Houston Showroom became Gateway Classic Cars eighth location in January 2015 and is 15 minutes North from Downtown Houston.
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