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factory features and options, including the wild and option lists made them instantly successful. Racing
extremely rare Code V1G “Gator Grain” textured vinyl versions were quickly developed for the SCCA’s wildly
roof covering. The subject of a 2004 Mopar magazine popular Trans Am racing series, with street versions
feature, this Challenger’s known history dates to produced to homologate them for competition.
1975, when owners two and three first spotted it in According to Chrysler expert Galen Govier, all known
a trailer park while working in the Alaskan oil patch. Challenger T/As were built between February 4 and May
Retaining the original matching-numbers engine, the 5, 1970, with 2,400 produced, including 989 4-speed
Challenger continues to benefit handsomely from a cars. This Burnt Orange 1970 Dodge Challenger T/A is a
total restoration to its original glory, which remains prime matching numbers example with its 4-speed and
outstanding and collector-worthy today.
super-rare Orange interior and console. Restored to OEM
1970 DODGE CHALLENGER T/A specification and appearance by past owner Dave Points
While Chrysler’s new-for-1970 E-Body Dodge Challenger of Dover, Pennsylvania, this distinctive Challenger T/A is
and Plymouth Barracuda/’Cuda arrived late to the hugely a low-mileage example and a former Mopar Collectors
popular “pony car” market, their great looks and huge Guide magazine feature car.

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