When I was a teenager I tried to put a ‘72 door on my ‘71. Those two years are quite a bit different from each other. I like the ‘71 a lot better out of those two years. But the ‘68 is my favorite by far.
@@jfu5222 It's a shame. Third gens get abused more than they have a right to. I have a bone stock 74 318 that I cherish. 49k miles, unrestored. Probably one of handful remaining that are unmolested and preserved for future generations to hopefully enjoy when the time comes for me to pass it on.
Steve, I’m not even from the Massachusetts area but somehow your videos popped up on my feed. For once I’m glad that the “algorithm” was on point. Your automotive knowledge is a a great help to me. Keep ‘em comin.
Based on the HOC website, this was a 318 V8 car originally. With the VIN, you win: W for Dodge Charger, H for High price class, 23 for two door hardtop, G for 318 V8 with two barrel, 1 for 1971 model year, G for St. Louis, MO assembly (Fenton) and the rest is the production sequence. The Fenton complex opened in 1959 and closed in 2009. For a time, it was a minivan plant until production was moved exclusively to Windsor, Ontario Canada where it remains today.
Mine came with a 383, 727 and the 8 3/4 rear. 3:23 rear gears. I put a 440 in it with six pack pistons from a 69 roadrunner. 871 street avenger carb on a torker manifold. Thorley nickel headers ect. Wish I still had it but got sick and sold it. God I miss my car😢
@@glennsims66 Chrysler made some raw powertrains that were unbeatable. Unfortunately they handled like crap and and they were saddled with crappy carburetion and ignition. Their AC systems were second to none though when working properly. The V series AC compressor was an absolute snow cone.
This looks absolutely amazing, they tried to ruin the Charger in the 70’s just like the Road Runner. The only way to save them was with some modifications like this….👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
The Government ruined them and most other "muscle cars" of the times, with all of their "regulations" but it was a great era, to be, and to own an American Muscle Car!!
@@manher4335 The ‘71 was a wider car, so it felt bulkier. It handled pretty well, but the ‘68 handled better. The interior design on the ‘68 was a lot better, the gauges and everything was just better. I loved how the ‘68 had the little flip out windows up front. And you can roll up your window faster on a ‘68 with less turns of the crank, it must’ve had a different gear ratio. The ‘68 had two little vent handles below the steering wheel, when you pulled these out you’d get fresh air coming right at you. They screwed that up in ‘71. The ‘71 had the fuel cap behind the license plate and it wasn’t as fun to use as the race style cap on the ‘68. Overall, the ‘68 had much better styling and just handled a lot better for me. And I loved the hideaway lights. I can’t really think of anything about the ‘71 that I liked better than the ‘68. It had more room on the interior rear deck for speakers, but that’s the only advantage I can come up with for the ‘71. Out of all the 3rd generation Chargers, the ‘71 is by far the best for sure. Best body lines out of those four. It had unique door lines. 72 to ‘74 had those awful side marker lights.
71 and 72 are my favorite years for the charger😊
When I was a teenager I tried to put a ‘72 door on my ‘71. Those two years are quite a bit different from each other. I like the ‘71 a lot better out of those two years. But the ‘68 is my favorite by far.
To each his own but that would look so much better without the hood scoop and with more traditional wheels and body colour.
Yes. These cars were meant to be sleek, low, and aerodynamic for NASCAR racing.
The interior modification ain't quite right either.
@@jfu5222 It's a shame. Third gens get abused more than they have a right to. I have a bone stock 74 318 that I cherish. 49k miles, unrestored. Probably one of handful remaining that are unmolested and preserved for future generations to hopefully enjoy when the time comes for me to pass it on.
Yes. Low profile hood scoop or cowl hood would be ok though.
This is my kind of Mopar
I'm a lifelong fan. Have my 74 for 25 years; last year for this body style.
Steve, I’m not even from the Massachusetts area but somehow your videos popped up on my feed. For once I’m glad that the “algorithm” was on point. Your automotive knowledge is a a great help to me. Keep ‘em comin.
I remember when these were new a long time after and saw these on the roads often before all the newer cars took over.
I had a 71 Charger... in the UK!
Exactly how a darn awesome Mopar should be. Great work HOC!!!! Love the stance perfect!!!!
I really like Steve’s overview of all these great cars. Very well done.
The U code 440 was available in 71 through 74 models.
Love the day two vibe on this! And the “Amped up” joke was hilarious. ~ Chuck
🏆Steve 🏆 had a 73 🍀 cool ride 😎✌️
Nice!!!!!!!!
Based on the HOC website, this was a 318 V8 car originally.
With the VIN, you win: W for Dodge Charger, H for High price class, 23 for two door hardtop, G for 318 V8 with two barrel, 1 for 1971 model year, G for St. Louis, MO assembly (Fenton) and the rest is the production sequence. The Fenton complex opened in 1959 and closed in 2009. For a time, it was a minivan plant until production was moved exclusively to Windsor, Ontario Canada where it remains today.
Thank you, GP!
@@LongIslandMopars Sure thing, anytime.
Mine came with a 383, 727 and the 8 3/4 rear. 3:23 rear gears. I put a 440 in it with six pack pistons from a 69 roadrunner. 871 street avenger carb on a torker manifold. Thorley nickel headers ect. Wish I still had it but got sick and sold it. God I miss my car😢
@@glennsims66 Chrysler made some raw powertrains that were unbeatable. Unfortunately they handled like crap and and they were saddled with crappy carburetion and ignition. Their AC systems were second to none though when working properly. The V series AC compressor was an absolute snow cone.
@@googleusergp Chrysler ACs are noisy as hell.
This body style is known as the fuselage design.
All amped up about it, I get that.
I like it. Classic Sublime and nice stance. I'd have the hood area and scoop in satin black.
This looks absolutely amazing, they tried to ruin the Charger in the 70’s just like the Road Runner. The only way to save them was with some modifications like this….👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
The Government ruined them and most other "muscle cars" of the times, with all of their "regulations" but it was a great era, to be, and to own an American Muscle Car!!
66- 71 3rd GEN
Ma. State police will have a ball with the tinted windows
chargers were 2door back new chargers now are really the monaco.
Man the charger got ugly quick from '70 to '71.
Heh. I guess they should've kept on with the brick in the wind styling that was clumsy tank-looking design from 68'-70'
@@manher4335I gave away my ‘71 when I bought a ‘68 back in 1994. The ‘68 seemed like a huge upgrade. Much better car.
@@mariomanti-gualtiero1228 Ok, and what specifically made the General Lee better than the 3rd gen in your opinion?
@@manher4335 The ‘71 was a wider car, so it felt bulkier. It handled pretty well, but the ‘68 handled better. The interior design on the ‘68 was a lot better, the gauges and everything was just better. I loved how the ‘68 had the little flip out windows up front. And you can roll up your window faster on a ‘68 with less turns of the crank, it must’ve had a different gear ratio. The ‘68 had two little vent handles below the steering wheel, when you pulled these out you’d get fresh air coming right at you. They screwed that up in ‘71. The ‘71 had the fuel cap behind the license plate and it wasn’t as fun to use as the race style cap on the ‘68. Overall, the ‘68 had much better styling and just handled a lot better for me. And I loved the hideaway lights. I can’t really think of anything about the ‘71 that I liked better than the ‘68. It had more room on the interior rear deck for speakers, but that’s the only advantage I can come up with for the ‘71. Out of all the 3rd generation Chargers, the ‘71 is by far the best for sure. Best body lines out of those four. It had unique door lines. 72 to ‘74 had those awful side marker lights.
@@manher4335 I drove each car for over 10 years.
71 Charger has amazing body lines. The grill and hood spell muscle car. Dodge is not the company it use to be and an electric car just has no soul.