1971 Challenger Grill: R/T vs. Base

[Trevor Challenger]

I had recently purchased a challenger Grill for my 71 Challenger Convertible. It is said to be an R/T challenger grill. What's the difference between an 71 R/T grill and a base model 71 grill? I know the difference between hemi and R/T but how can I know for sure I have a 1971 R/T grill?

 

[DetMatt1]

Here's a reference books explanation of the '71 grille but I'm not sure why they mention the T/A in the final sentence.

 

[Trevor Challenger]

Here's a reference books explanation of the '71 grille but I'm not sure why they mention the T/A in the final sentence.

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So the only difference between the two would be the color of the air scoops?

 

[DetMatt1]

Silver argent.

Dark gray although this one looks black

I have the argent in my vert so I'm not sure if the lower one was done correctly but you get the idea.

 

[Trevor Challenger]

Silver argent.
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Dark gray although this one looks black
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I have the argent in my vert so I'm not sure if the lower one was done correctly but you get the idea.

Thank you

 

[challenger6pak]

The reference book is old and incorrect. In 71 all Challenger grilles were injected molded using black plastic. The RT was left black naked plastic and the scoops were silver. The standard grille was painted argent with silver scoops. Chrysler used the term gravel silver to explain the texture of the argent paint.

 

[Trevor Challenger]

The reference book is old and incorrect. In 71 all Challenger grilles were injected molded using black plastic. The RT was left black naked plastic and the scoops were silver. The standard grille was painted argent with silver scoops. Chrysler used the term gravel silver to explain the texture of the argent paint.

Very very helpful. Thank you very much.