I owned a '71 R/T Mr. Norms Charger. B5, 440, Pistol Grip, Dana 3;54, front and rear spoilers, white top, black int, steel wheels and dog dish caps. Also owned a '72 Rallye Charger, 340 car, automatic, Rallye red, black int. Mopar or no car!
Thank you for keeping these beasts for posterity sake! It was mentioned above you guys have the last Hemi Charger. Did you obtain it from a person who had posted a few videos here on TH-cam a few years back? I believe he is in California. He claimed he had the last 1971 Hemi Charger.
Thanks for bringing back the memories that charger is a awesome muscle car I would definitely want to have a car like that instead of the new ones of today
I'm soon to be a proud owner of one of these beauties. I can't wait to pull up to my school with that sexy car. Just needs a new carb and he'll be singing the whole way
what an absolutely insane world that cars like those were crushed all of the time! ridiculous if you ask me! glad someone had brains enough to save some of these pieces of history. thanks again guys! ☆☆☆
These 71 - 74 Chargers from the nose to the radiator support carried about 18 inches that served no purpose other than style. I always joked with a friend of mine who owned a 73 that we could put a couple of cases of beer there as the cops never looked under the hood during a search.
I have to say that the 1971-1974 Dodge Chargers are my #1 favorite Chargers of all time, especially the 1971 Dodge Charger R/T with a 425 HP 426 HEMI motor and/or the '71 Super Bee Charger with a 440 Six Pak motor. My grandfather had a 1973 Dodge Charger SE with a 318 2 barrel carb and a 3 speed automatic transmission. It was pretty slow but still a very cool car!
I had a baby blue 73 Charger in high school, base model with slant 6 and 3 on the tree. It was a hunk of junk, but I'd give certain body parts now to still have it.
This is one of the best presentations I have seen, they go into a lot of detail and the presenter is experienced, smooth and most importantly, not irritating to listen to ! He seems to know his subject well in this presentation. Only critical thing I would add is that the music in the background is not necessary and rather detracts when trying to listen to the information given.
Awesome job Kevin, keep up the hard work we all enjoy your show! oh yea thanks to the Production Crew, from me and my 6yr old Son Nick who loves the show.
I hate how the third gen Chargers never receive any love. Guys on forums and in the comments section of vids like this are always talking about how Chrysler "ruined" the body style in 1971. I have a '72 and I get compliments on it all the time. I've never been anywhere and had someone say, "Gee, your third gen looks like crap compared to a second gen." A Charger is a Charger is a Charger. Sure, the fourth gens WERE crap, but by then who cares. Anything in my mind made prior to '74 is still a cool machine! This car is a "classic" (cliche alert) example of just that! And, with all due respect you can own these cars for a fraction of the cost of the second gens.
They are a nice design & a great road car but too big, I had a 79 Ranchero once & it was nice but huge being the LTD station wagon platform, great highway cruisers though, very comfy
The '71-'74 were hit or miss from a design standpoint. They looked fantastic as NASCAR racers due to their wide wheels and tires and lowered suspension. The streetcars, to me, needed to have the higher spec wheels, as found on the R/Ts, otherwise they looked a bit goofy. I wouldn't reject one if I could get a good deal on one, but the first restomod would be wide wheels and tires and slightly lowered suspension, ala NASCAR.
Great one Kevin. I know Tim Wellborn let a few of his rare Chargers go but i was surprised by this one. Too bad you couldn't go down and do some video's at the Wellborn Collection as he is having a Aero Warrior Reunion between Oct 22-25th. Daytona's,Superbirds,Taledega's,Cyclones,etc. etc. will be there with some of the rarest on the planet. Again,Kevin.....Thank you for doing what you do and it's nice to see these rare cars actually have the pedal down. BRAVO!!!!
Somethings different about this episode, and I like it . Is it the music..videography.. timing??? The 71 Charger body in any form is one of my favorite Mopar's regardless, Thanks Kevin and team.
I looked up some of the differences between this and an actual production one. It's missing the X-brace in the doors, the trunk lid does not have the cut outs for the spoiler mounts, and it has the infamous left/right thread lugs (left thread on left side, vice versa on the right) that did not go into 1971 production. It also had 1970 dated glass and rear springs. There's probably more that it has that I didn't look up. Would've been cool to hear the differences
These 1971-71 Chargers with this Body style were extremely aerodynamic and won more NASCAR races than any body style in history. Richard Petty smoked the competition with this body style and would have used it up through the late 70s if he was allowed too.
Interesting how do you register a car without a VIN ,plus Insure it? Crazy times in the 70's. I live in the Chicagoland area and remember going to see the cars that were modified at Grand Spaulding Dodge and Nickey Chevrolet. Norm's dealership was always crazy busy.
I have a 1971 440 Dodge Charger R/T 4 speed pistol grip that I drive every week. It needs cosmetic work but runs strong. Would any one be interested in buying this car? It's in California.
That 5,500 RPM red line on the tech was put there to placate the insurance industry, but if you revved it up another thousand RPMs, as it was designed and intended to be, you would find your 425 horsepower was actually about 460-475. And then the first thing most owners did was install headers and a free flow exhaust with a carburetor rejet for more torque and 500+hp.
+mike mikesbbody I saw this Charger at the Wellborn Musclecar Museum and took several pictures. It is absolutely beautiful and I would love to own a car like that.
+TheEldicar Hi, your lucky to have been to the Wellborn Musuem! I went to Carlisle in 06 Wellborn brought 10 of his 71 Hemi Charger's to the show it was awesome! when I asked how he got them there, he replied "with two 18 wheeler's"
I was thinking the same 20 years ago. My first charger was a 1974 SE 440. Modified of course, higher compression. I owned a 1970 roadrunner. I hated those post 1970 roadrunners and GTX"S. But today I think the 71-72 gtx and roadrunners are fucking awesome looking. I hated the front end fore the most part, But as I grew older, I am 43 I fucking would love to get my hands on a 71 black roadrunner.
@@Dewitt-b8n I've noticed that Dodge and Plymouth Started using the same or similar body styles to sell 5 versions of the same car... I know Chevy did this, with their multitudes of muscle cars with several versions of the Chevelle, always seemed a bit odd to me...
@@Dewitt-b8n That's because you're a little whiny bitch. My first car in highschool was a 1974 Plymouth Roadrunner with a 440. Silver with the red stripe. Blue vinyl split-bench seat, 3.23 limited - slip. Ex - Illinois undercover State Police car. Way back in 1980. The 1971 - 1974 Dodge and Plymouth vehicles were far superior to the prior generation. But you little butt scratching greasy haired snowflake kids are clueless. 🐶🐶🐶
I was thinking the same. But I bought a 74 charger se back in 1994 I think. I have to say after a paint job and a black 6 pack hood It was a sharp fucking car. I loved the slotted side windows and the front end was good looking. Onlt thing I hated were the tail lights.
This host does a fantastic job on these cars and their history.
I owned a '71 R/T Mr. Norms Charger. B5, 440, Pistol Grip, Dana 3;54, front and rear spoilers, white top, black int, steel wheels and dog dish caps. Also owned a '72 Rallye Charger, 340 car, automatic, Rallye red, black int. Mopar or no car!
I love this generation of chargers. Very cool stuff.
This one was hard to let go. Glad to know it is cared for in a great home!
Thank you for keeping these beasts for posterity sake! It was mentioned above you guys have the last Hemi Charger. Did you obtain it from a person who had posted a few videos here on TH-cam a few years back? I believe he is in California. He claimed he had the last 1971 Hemi Charger.
th-cam.com/video/xSRYnHJZhKk/w-d-xo.html
I know change is inevitable in all aspects of life, but WHY something so beautiful and magnificent?!
The coolest profile of ANY of the 60's-70's muscle cars. Ever. Menacing.
Thanks for bringing back the memories that charger is a awesome muscle car I would definitely want to have a car like that instead of the new ones of today
Also underrated compare to 68-70 charger i see everywhere
Very cool car.
Love hearing that A-833 whine... what a special car.
I'm soon to be a proud owner of one of these beauties. I can't wait to pull up to my school with that sexy car. Just needs a new carb and he'll be singing the whole way
Lucky you i can't afford it gas 6 dollars and ban gas and diesel cars and trucks
what an absolutely insane world that cars like those were crushed all of the time! ridiculous if you ask me! glad someone had brains enough to save some of these pieces of history. thanks again guys! ☆☆☆
I love seeing these special cars that the Brothers show us. Thanks again Greg
These 71 - 74 Chargers from the nose to the radiator support carried about 18 inches that served no purpose other than style. I always joked with a friend of mine who owned a 73 that we could put a couple of cases of beer there as the cops never looked under the hood during a search.
lol, seems legit
I have to say that the 1971-1974 Dodge Chargers are my #1 favorite Chargers of all time, especially the 1971 Dodge Charger R/T with a 425 HP 426 HEMI motor and/or the '71 Super Bee Charger with a 440 Six Pak motor. My grandfather had a 1973 Dodge Charger SE with a 318 2 barrel carb and a 3 speed automatic transmission. It was pretty slow but still a very cool car!
I had a baby blue 73 Charger in high school, base model with slant 6 and 3 on the tree. It was a hunk of junk, but I'd give certain body parts now to still have it.
James Smith I dunno why but I like 1971 charger grill than 70 or 68 or even 68
That car is so beautiful give me this car over a anything
Car is beautiful, punch it and the ramcharger fresh air scoop opens and the production version had the best looking exhaust tips I've ever seen.
Interesting!
This is one of the best presentations I have seen, they go into a lot of detail and the presenter is experienced, smooth and most importantly, not irritating to listen to ! He seems to know his subject well in this presentation. Only critical thing I would add is that the music in the background is not necessary and rather detracts when trying to listen to the information given.
What music?
Awesome job Kevin, keep up the hard work we all enjoy your show! oh yea thanks to the Production Crew, from me and my 6yr old Son Nick who loves the show.
WOW! Very cool. Thank you.
I hate how the third gen Chargers never receive any love. Guys on forums and in the comments section of vids like this are always talking about how Chrysler "ruined" the body style in 1971. I have a '72 and I get compliments on it all the time. I've never been anywhere and had someone say, "Gee, your third gen looks like crap compared to a second gen." A Charger is a Charger is a Charger. Sure, the fourth gens WERE crap, but by then who cares. Anything in my mind made prior to '74 is still a cool machine! This car is a "classic" (cliche alert) example of just that! And, with all due respect you can own these cars for a fraction of the cost of the second gens.
Jonathan Cohen the 1971-1974 chargers were 3rd gens i still think they look better than what dodge did with the new dodge chargers today 4 doors yuck.
I had a 71 charger and it was about the most comfortable car I've driven.
They are a nice design & a great road car but too big, I had a 79 Ranchero once & it was nice but huge being the LTD station wagon platform, great highway cruisers though, very comfy
The '71-'74 were hit or miss from a design standpoint. They looked fantastic as NASCAR racers due to their wide wheels and tires and lowered suspension. The streetcars, to me, needed to have the higher spec wheels, as found on the R/Ts, otherwise they looked a bit goofy. I wouldn't reject one if I could get a good deal on one, but the first restomod would be wide wheels and tires and slightly lowered suspension, ala NASCAR.
Absolutely Gorgeous looking car's love them THANK you for Your Video
I don't think the new Dodge chargers will ever look that good
Gorgeous car and very rare
Car has an awesome stance, just looks GOOD. For whatever reason some other ones even after resto still don’t look like this one. Car is pretty badass.
Great one Kevin. I know Tim Wellborn let a few of his rare Chargers go but i was surprised by this one. Too bad you couldn't go down and do some video's at the Wellborn Collection as he is having a Aero Warrior Reunion between Oct 22-25th. Daytona's,Superbirds,Taledega's,Cyclones,etc. etc. will be there with some of the rarest on the planet. Again,Kevin.....Thank you for doing what you do and it's nice to see these rare cars actually have the pedal down. BRAVO!!!!
I'm a Chev guy but I've developed a real sweet spot for these 3rd gen Chargers.
Gorgeous!
Somethings different about this episode, and I like it . Is it the music..videography.. timing??? The 71 Charger body in any form is one of my favorite Mopar's regardless, Thanks Kevin and team.
I know I'm crazy but I would rather have that than a Ferrari
No you are not crazy..these machine are iconic!
You could buy 4 Ferraris for what this car is worth.
I would take a Mopar over *ANY* modern supercar. Imo, modern supercars just look so weird.
@@motormouth2472 This car would go for over $1,000,000 at Barrett Jackson.
@@rocksteele6926 I meant looks and engine components, not the price.
That's a really cool car! Glad it's one of the pilot car survivors. I wonder how much it would sell at a Barret Jackson or Mecum auction
Great car
Lived in iowa city iowa and riverside iowa for years. Thanks Doug !!
I looked up some of the differences between this and an actual production one. It's missing the X-brace in the doors, the trunk lid does not have the cut outs for the spoiler mounts, and it has the infamous left/right thread lugs (left thread on left side, vice versa on the right) that did not go into 1971 production. It also had 1970 dated glass and rear springs. There's probably more that it has that I didn't look up. Would've been cool to hear the differences
amazing car!
It would have been interesting to hear about some of the things that "didn't work" on this pilot car....
Like the air conditioning?
all the fords In the 70's were pilot cars. Nothing worked properly
These 1971-71 Chargers with this Body style were extremely aerodynamic and won more NASCAR races than any body style in history. Richard Petty smoked the competition with this body style and would have used it up through the late 70s if he was allowed too.
71-74
On my way to work everyday I was lucky enough to drive past Grand Spalding Dodge of mr. Norm
Cool video and Thumbs Up like.
1971 Dodge Cars Are Smooth On Road Ways And Very Fast On The Drag Strip! TALK ABOUT HORSEPOWER!
I love it one of the best 70 muscle cars.
Congrats on the burnout in an irreplaceable car. Not many people would do that. It is really great to see it driven hard for the video.
LOL!! Yes let's take some chances with the first one made! LOL
Great excerpt on a rare car....had to be an expensive addition to the Brothers Collection
Grew up by Grand Spaulding Dodge. 🐶🐶🐶
Love that 71' to 74' Charger bodystyle
Awesome!
Interesting how do you register a car without a VIN ,plus Insure it? Crazy times in the 70's. I live in the Chicagoland area and remember going to see the cars that were modified at Grand Spaulding Dodge and Nickey Chevrolet. Norm's dealership was always crazy busy.
Grew up in Roselle 🐶🐶🐶 64' - 92' . How about Arlington Park Dodge?
I loved my 71 SE with the six pack, too bad the B bodies were unibody
Not many people like this this are good style better than a overrated 68-70 charger
gotta have it!
I have a 1971 440 Dodge Charger R/T 4 speed pistol grip that I drive every week. It needs cosmetic work but runs strong. Would any one be interested in buying this car? It's in California.
Yes. I would be interested.
Typically, I don't like the '71-'74 Charger bodies, but those wheels REALLY make it look great!
yes ,pls tell us what didn't work on the car and restored as was.
Only thing missing is dog dish hubcaps
Can't believe that they would just crush such works of art and extreme testosterone.
That 5,500 RPM red line on the tech was put there to placate the insurance industry, but if you revved it up another thousand RPMs, as it was designed and intended to be, you would find your 425 horsepower was actually about 460-475. And then the first thing most owners did was install headers and a free flow exhaust with a carburetor rejet for more torque and 500+hp.
Muy bonito carro me encanta
Also had a 71 Charger with a 383 auto. 😊
Such a shame Wellborn decided to sell some of his 71 Hemi Chargers...Never again will there be a collection like that again!
+mike mikesbbody I saw this Charger at the Wellborn Musclecar Museum and took several pictures. It is absolutely beautiful and I would love to own a car like that.
+TheEldicar Hi, your lucky to have been to the Wellborn Musuem! I went to Carlisle in 06 Wellborn brought 10 of his 71 Hemi Charger's to the show it was awesome! when I asked how he got them there, he replied "with two 18 wheeler's"
What is the song playing in the background starting at {2:36}?
I had never heard the term "pilot car." Thanks Kevin. How was it that this escaped the crusher and ended up being sold?
Considering there were probably a small handful of '71 Hemi Chargers planned, they needed to recoup every last dollar they could.
Mr. Norm had some good friends over at Chrysler.
A lot cooler than a camero ,but hard to get body parts
If I had a pilot car I would have had everything work while it was being restored
Nice
who are "the Brothers"?
Disc Brakes??
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Which engine can be swapped with original engine kindly advise please?
Also had a 73 Daytona edition 440 Dodge Charger
Strange, no full wheel covers or hubcaps.
Yeah, I thought that hubcaps were a standard item. Apparently not
what are the reasons some people don't like the 1971-1974 generation of Chargers? To me they look just as great as the generation prior?
No dog dish hub caps?
My question as well
Looks like a Pontiac gto and a Plymouth roadrunner gtx had a baby
I owned a 68 Don Robashard (Keith Black mech) RT Charger
You tell us repeatedly about things on this car that do not work because of it being a "pilot car" but never tell us what they are! Thanks.
Did anyone notice the tac was only 7000 ? That started after 1972
Yes, I thought that looked strange, not correct.
just don't get the styling of these later chargers, I mean the 68-70 is right up there,and I love the 66-67 too, but this looks odd!
I was thinking the same 20 years ago. My first charger was a 1974 SE 440. Modified of course, higher compression. I owned a 1970 roadrunner. I hated those post 1970 roadrunners and GTX"S. But today I think the 71-72 gtx and roadrunners are fucking awesome looking. I hated the front end fore the most part, But as I grew older, I am 43 I fucking would love to get my hands on a 71 black roadrunner.
@@Dewitt-b8n I've noticed that Dodge and Plymouth Started using the same or similar body styles to sell 5 versions of the same car... I know Chevy did this, with their multitudes of muscle cars with several versions of the Chevelle, always seemed a bit odd to me...
yep. They had the charger superbee, Some Aussie mopars were 2 cars morphed together. Check them out.@@thebushwolf710
@@Dewitt-b8n That's because you're a little whiny bitch. My first car in highschool was a 1974 Plymouth Roadrunner with a 440. Silver with the red stripe. Blue vinyl split-bench seat, 3.23 limited - slip. Ex - Illinois undercover State Police car. Way back in 1980. The 1971 - 1974 Dodge and Plymouth vehicles were far superior to the prior generation. But you little butt scratching greasy haired snowflake kids are clueless. 🐶🐶🐶
Who are "The Brothers" lol
Too bad modern cars are fast but kind of boring as far as styling goes.
This is cool.
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I cannot indorse anything that’s electric fuel injection system it all Chinese computer system controlled .
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Damn I hate the body on the 71-74 charger's..how anyone can look at the 68-70 Charger's, & not think they were better is beyond me
of course the a-body looks better but its also 3 to 5 times more expensive then the b-body...
Soon2Be Fulfilled still looks better than the new dodge chargers with 4 doors 2006-2017.
Calls it an airgrabber hood, when it clearly says ramcharger...gotta get your dodge/plymouth language right!
True ,oddly the button to open it says airgrabber
3.5 gear concept Drag pack limited first gear RT
NO!!!!! muscles r... NOT CUTE | NO!!!!!
Another "original" car that's been over restored.
The 71 sebring/roadrunner looks much better. This Charger just looks weird.
Dos you heard the guy ?
Teresa67 Factoid still looks better than the 2006-2017 dodge chargers.
I was thinking the same. But I bought a 74 charger se back in 1994 I think. I have to say after a paint job and a black 6 pack hood It was a sharp fucking car. I loved the slotted side windows and the front end was good looking. Onlt thing I hated were the tail lights.
I agree the 71 Road Runner looked good , the 71 charger , something just looks not quite right
MoPar.
I really hate these chargers. Give me a 67 or even a 66 ANY day over one of these bloat mobiles.
I will never understand the painted wheels. Just completely ugly.
Great car