This 1970 Dodge Charger 500 is powered by a 505ci stroker V8 that was assembled with an Eagle crankshaft and connecting rods, SRP pistons, Edelbrock cylinder heads, and a COMP camshaft along with a 950-cfm carburetor and a high-rise intake manifold. Power is routed through a modified three-speed automatic transmission and a Sure Grip limited-slip differential with 4.10 gears, and the car rides on heavy-duty suspension components and chrome Cragar S/S 15″ wheels. It is finished in metallic…
This 1970 Dodge Charger 500 is powered by a 505ci stroker V8 that was assembled with an Eagle crankshaft and connecting rods, SRP pistons, Edelbrock cylinder heads, and a COMP camshaft along with a 950-cfm carburetor and a high-rise intake manifold. Power is routed through a modified three-speed automatic transmission and a Sure Grip limited-slip differential with 4.10 gears, and the car rides on heavy-duty suspension components and chrome Cragar S/S 15″ wheels. It is finished in metallic blue with a white bumblebee stripe, and further equipment includes a fiberglass Six-Pack-style hood, hideaway headlights, tubbed rear wheel wells, long-tube headers, electric cut-outs, and front disc brakes. The cabin is trimmed in blue vinyl and features a Retro Sound stereo and a center console.
The car was repainted in metallic blue with a white bumblebee stripe after a replacement tail panel and quarter panels are said to have been installed under prior ownership. The rear wheel wells have been tubbed to accommodate the larger rear tires, and further details include a fiberglass Six-Pack-style hood, as well as hideaway headlamps, dual side mirrors, and a chrome rear bumper, window surrounds, and trim.
Chrome Cragar S/S 15″ wheels are mounted with Cooper Cobra tires measuring 245/60 in front and 295/50 out back. The car is equipped with power steering, and the seller states the car rides on Super Stock-specification leaf springs, unibody torque arms, and replacement shocks. Braking is provided by front discs and rear drums. The suspension squeaks when turning and going over bumps.
The front bucket seats and rear bench are upholstered in blue vinyl and joined by a color-coordinated dashboard, door panels, and carpeting. Interior amenities include a center console, woodgrain trim, a RetroSound stereo, aftermarket speakers, and the optional Light Package, which added lights in the glovebox, for map reading, around the ignition, and in the trunk compartment. The carpets are worn, the center console is cracked, and the climate control system is not functional. Close-up photos of the cabin trim and surfaces are provided in the gallery.
The three-spoke steering wheel fronts a nonfunctional speedometer, a clock, and gauges for fuel level, coolant temperature, and oil pressure. The ammeter does not work. Mopar-branded ancillary readouts are mounted below the dashboard. The five-digit odometer shows 1,300 miles, nearly all of which were added under current ownership. Total mileage is unknown.
The 505ci stroker V8 is said to utilize a 1972 440ci block, an Eagle crankshaft and connecting rods, Clevite bearings, SRP pistons, and a COMP camshaft and pushrods. A five-angle valve job was performed upon installation in 2003, and the engine breathes through a Quick Fuel Black Diamond 950cfm carburetor atop a Mopar high-rise intake manifold that is said to have been ported. Additional details reportedly include Edelbrock Performer RPM cylinder heads, roller rockers, crinkle-finish valve covers, a seven-quart oil pan, an American Autowire harness, and MSD ignition. Cooling is handled by a Griffin aluminum radiator, a 7″ fan, a Flo Cooler water pump, and a 160-degree thermostat. The spark plugs require replacement.
Power is routed to the rear wheels through a TorqueFlite three-speed automatic transmission that features a modified reverse valve body and a 3,500-rpm stall speed torque converter, according to the seller. The Sure Grip limited-slip differential is said to feature a 489 center section and 4.10:1 gears, and a driveshaft safety loop is fitted to the underbody. Long-tube headers feed a 3″ dual exhaust system with electric cut-outs. The fuel system is reportedly comprised of a baffled tank, a Walbro in-tank pump, and a Holley fuel pressure regulator.