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Offline Aquila

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Hello from Somerset
« on: November 25, 2016 - 12:42:38 PM »
Hi guys, new to the forum, but not new to owning Yanks. That said, I'm after help with a Challenger I may have the chance to buy.

It's a '73 Challenger, matching numbers, with a 318 block. It's been in dry storage for the last 3 years. Needs a few bits, but nothing too serious I think. Exhaust, brakes being the most serious.  Absolutely no rust, and is very straight looking inside and out. It will need a respray at some stage, but it's not bad. Engine turns, but doesn't start. Probably fuel, and a flat battery..;-) So, what sort of money are these '73's going for? Any info would be much appreciated.

As a side note, I'm selling my '72 Econoline E-100 van to help fund it. So, if anyone wants to help me achieve a 'dream'...;-)

Cheers

Manny




Offline 7212Mopar

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Re: Hello from Somerset
« Reply #1 on: November 25, 2016 - 01:25:43 PM »
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Offline js29no

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Re: Hello from Somerset
« Reply #2 on: November 25, 2016 - 03:47:24 PM »
Welcome from central New York!!! :wave:

Offline jimynick

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Re: Hello from Somerset
« Reply #3 on: November 28, 2016 - 11:59:16 PM »
Welcome to the site from  :canada: As for WIW, there's more knowledgeable guys here, but IMHO, a straight, absolutely rustfree 73 car with a turning engine would go for somewhere in the vicinity of $8-10k, but then that's just my  :2cents:   :wave: 

Offline 734406pk

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Re: Hello from Somerset
« Reply #4 on: December 01, 2016 - 11:23:38 PM »
Welcome from NY! :2thumbs:
1973 Challenger 440 6 pack auto 3.91 rear
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Offline ec_co

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Re: Hello from Somerset
« Reply #5 on: December 03, 2016 - 04:13:54 PM »
Welcome!

sounds like @ $6-10k, but hard to tell without pics. average price for running/driving, looks good ...@ $15-20k. restored top end, @ $25-28k. '73-'74 aren't too popular so to speak. the average Joe won't know the difference between a '70 and a '74 and love it just the same. an enthusiast is looking for a '70 or '71. IMO a '73 is a great entry to the e-body world for much less cost than a '70-'71 and as long as you like it, that is all that matters.
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Re: Hello from Somerset
« Reply #6 on: December 03, 2016 - 04:59:30 PM »
welcome from  :aussie:
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Offline usraptr

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Re: Hello from Somerset
« Reply #7 on: December 03, 2016 - 10:57:56 PM »
Welcome from Utah! :wavingflag:
1970 Plymouth 'Cuda.  Matching numbers 440 U Code, 4 speed pistol grip, Rallye dash, AM 8 Track, Shaker hood, 15 inch rallye wheels, Dana 60 4.10, Super Track Pak.  One of 134 - 440 "U" coupes codes built in 1970 and one of 100 - 440 Super Track Paks built in 1970.

Restoration pictures at:  http://spanks4thememory.smugmug.com/Cars/70-Cuda/7240639_M24oi#465274575_2MBqW
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Offline Rdchallenger12

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Re: Hello from Somerset
« Reply #8 on: December 04, 2016 - 08:10:03 PM »
Somerset where? lol there's a Somerset PA about a half hour from me!