In the realm of muscle cars, certain gems stand as testimony to an era long cherished by enthusiasts. The forthcoming Mecum Kissimmee 2024 auction promises one such treasure: a pristine, unrestored 1970 Dodge Charger R/T SE, a vehicle that encapsulates the essence of unadulterated automotive history.
This Charger R/T SE boasts an unparalleled provenance, having exchanged hands a mere three times in its storied lifetime. Its odometer now reads a modest 22,500 miles, a testament to its exceptional preservation. Once under the loving care of its original owner, it transitioned to a cherished friend at 12,000 miles before finding its way to the illustrious Wellborn Collection. Now, poised for a new chapter, it awaits its fourth custodian, presenting an exclusive opportunity to be part of its remarkable journey.
Tim Wellborn, an authority on classic Chargers, hails this vehicle as among the most authentically preserved examples from the coveted 1970-71 lineage. Underneath its hood resides the original, unrestored 7.2-liter (440 cubic-inch) Six Pack V8 engine, distinguished by the revered V-code and adorned with the iconic trio of Holley 2-barrel carburetors. Its factory Super Track Pak, TorqueFlite automatic transmission, and 4.10 Sure Grip Dana 60 differential enhance its performance pedigree. Imbued with power steering, power brakes, and premium cooling features, this Charger epitomizes both power and refinement.
The exterior is a symphony of originality, adorned in the factory-applied hi-impact Vitamin C paint, accentuated by the SE-specific black vinyl top, optional hood blackout, and a striking white tail stripe. Inside, the original black leather interior envelops occupants in luxury, boasting bucket seats, a center console with shifter, wood-grain appointments, and the iconic Tic-Toc-Tach on the dash, accompanied by the AM/8-track audio system, a nostalgic relic of its time.
The SE package bestowed upon this Charger R/T additional distinction, evident in the SE emblems, the rare locking flip-top fuel filler door, chrome driver’s mirror, and exhaust tips. The car’s connection to the pavement is forged through a set of 15-inch Rallye wheels wrapped in F60-15 Goodyear Polyglas GT tires, preserving its authenticity down to the last detail.
Mark Coates and Gary Riley have been instrumental in ensuring the ongoing preservation of this automotive masterpiece under Wellborn’s ownership. In his extensive tenure of collecting, Wellborn asserts that this R/T SE stands as the singular Charger he desired to possess, a sentiment likely to be echoed by its future caretaker.
Scheduled for auction at Mecum Kissimmee on Friday, January 12th, 2024, this 1970 Dodge Charger R/T SE is poised to enrapture enthusiasts and collectors alike, offering an unrivaled opportunity to claim a piece of automotive history—a true time capsule from an iconic era.
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