1970 Challenger

[Old B5]

Hello, I am new to the site. Picked up my first restoration project this summer. It is a 1970 Challenger. I have been around Mopars my whole life, because my dad has always been a Mopar fan and has done several restorations himself. He is definitely going to help me with the project. I also got a 1972 Challenger parts car with the project. Between the 2 cars I have most of the major parts needed for the restoration. I plan to tackle all of the project except paint and body. It is an original 2 owner 318 car with an automatic. I have a strong running 340 to put in it, but i really want to go big block. I plan to go with modern brakes and maybe some modern suspension parts on it. Not enough to call it a rest-mod but just a few upgrades. Wish me Luck!

 

[rbbruno3]

Welcome and good luck B5 .Nice project

 

[Jalaska907]

Welcome! Very nice car! Keep us all updated

 

[DetMatt1]

Welcome to the site from the Motor City!

 

[Grady Cain]

Welcome from NW CT. Looks like a great project. Glad you will have your Dad helping you - very cool!

 

[rklein71]

Seems like everyone wants a big block e-body. I have owned a 70 Challenger with a transplant 440+6 and a 71 340 Cuda in my past. Truthfully, the 340 Cuda was a lot better handling car. My current project is a 71 Barracuda that I put a 408 small block in it. Ultimately, it is your car, and it looks like a great one to fix up. Rod

 

[440rush]

Welcome to the site oldB5 from mid north Indiana, Looks like a great project you have there. B5 is my personal favorite color.You have joined the right site here. You'll find lot of help & information here. Just a thought but you could use the 318 or 340 for now and swap a big block later or build up the 340. Good luck