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ULTIMATE Feeding the Magnuson supercharger is an Aeromotive
fuel system, while discharging the spent gases is taken
care of via a set of custom-built long-tube headers
connected to 3-inch mandrel-bent dual exhaust with
EVOLUTION MagnaFlow mufflers. The engine power is transferred to
a Strange Ford 9-inch rear end, via a Paramount 45RFE

horsepower, the MagnaFlow exhaust delivers the classic
THIS CUSTOM CHALLENGER 4-speed automatic transmission. Along with all that
IS STATE OF THE ART V8 muscle car rumble.
There was no way the stock suspension in any 1973 Dodge
LOT #1333 - 1973 DODGE CHALLENGER CUSTOM COUPE – NO RESERVE Challenger could handle that much power, so the builders
radically reworked the underside of The Chastizer.

Classic muscle cars from the late 1960s to mid-1970s Long gone is the stock front torsion bar/rear leaf spring
have long been beloved by collectors for their vintage suspension, replaced by a full custom tube chassis, with
looks that evoke the days of carefree summers spent QA1 adjustable coilover shocks at all four corners. The
cruising with friends. rear end features a narrowed 4-link suspension, and the
custom built cockpit roll cage adds structural rigidity
As much fun as the Detroit iron of that era is to look and safety.
at and reminisce about, truth is these older gems drive
like they’re half-a-century old. Because they are. To get the dramatic stance just right, The Chastizer rides
on custom Schott wheels, 20x12-inch out back and
That’s where custom builders come in. Today’s 19x9-inch up front. All four corners feature Wilwood
generation of automotive artists know how to preserve
the beauty and style of an original muscle car while power disc brakes for stopping power.
upgrading it with state-of-the-art performance, safety Getting the cosmetics right is every bit as important
and modern technology. as getting the mechanicals correct, and the builders
composed stellar design work on this Dodge.
At the 2022 Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction,
January 22-30 at WestWorld of Scottsdale, you’ll see On the outside, the body lines have been sharpened
scores of customs from some of the nation’s most and the two-tone paint features a hue known as PPG
acclaimed builders. Envirobase Streamline Slate Gray.

One such car that will sell with No Reserve at Barrett- Other exterior details include tucked front and rear
Jackson is a custom 1973 Dodge Challenger (LOT bumpers, custom grille and headlight surround with
#1333) built by Streamline Custom Designs in Utah. modern Challenger headlight and taillight panels,
Known as “The Chastizer,” it is fresh from its debut front and rear spoilers, and flush-mount smoked glass.
showing at the November 2021 Specialty Equipment On the inside, the rear seat has been removed to
Market Association (SEMA) show in Las Vegas. There accommodate the full roll cage, while the black leather
it was one of the vehicles featured in the MagnaFlow seats with suede inserts and headliner were inspired by
booth at that show. the Harley-Davidson Punisher. Music is handled via

Virtually every aspect of The Chastizer has been a 2000-watt KICKER stereo system with two KICKER
upgraded, enhanced and modernized with an eye CompC 10-inch subwoofers.
toward straight-line speed. Looks, power, build quality - this Dodge has is it going
The magic starts under the hood with a modern Dodge on and come the 2022 Scottsdale Auction one lucky
HEMI engine; in this case a 6.4-liter V8 that has been bidder will take this Chastizer home.
bored, stroked and supercharged for maximum power – Tom Jensen
and rapid acceleration. The engine bay is highly detailed For up-to-date information on this vehicle, visit Barrett-Jackson.com
to give it a very contemporary and high-tech look.

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