6 Pack Hood Question

[440WB]

So looking at this 72 Challenger this person has - Im not sure about what was - or what should be? with a large scoup Hood?
I see google search some companies with REPO - some Factory pictures of T/A and AAR - This Hood looks like 6 pack lift off REPO hood ?

 

[6PKRTSE]

Yes, it is a copy of B Body 69-1/2 A12 scoop. It was never an E Body option, but alot of drag cars seem to use them over the years. I have seen the car listed for sale also, for quite a while now it seems. If you go look at it tell me what you thought of it or if you buy it, tells us all here. Good luck.

 

[440WB]

An B body copy -
( I thought the scoup looked too big for E body )
I see they sell Repo fiberglass hood's for the Challenger -

 

[440WB]

Is it common to have the hood pins located in the Hood Hinges like
you see here?
2 pins in the hinge, 1 up front each side.

 

[440WB]

found the car on Facebook few weeks ago - its kinda all over the place - far from factory stock -Did not have him start the motor or drive it for I only am concerned about the body - what would need replaced.

 

[6PKRTSE]

Is it common to have the hood pins located in the Hood Hinges like
you see here?
2 pins in the hinge, 1 up front each side.

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No, both common on E bodies but pins were used in the rear on the A12 sixpack B body Bees and Birds. However, everyone does eliminate the hood hinges when using an aftermarket lift off hoods.

 

[440WB]

what I have seen that should be replaced - If I was to purchase as a Project -
hard to say without up on a lift or raised for inspection of all-
some of the main parts - lots of Misc needed not listed here.

1)both full rear quarters ( heavy bondo )
2)possibly the roof? Heavy caulk between glass/chrome + heavy bondo
3)full trunk pan with both extentions
4)would not know about the wheel wells until stripped to metal
a patch for sure at bottom's
5)pulling back carpet - probably full floor's appears to have home made patch.
6)Hood + hinges - maybe only springs added?
7)front grille with all related
8)lower fender's - lower door's patch ( or replace all )
9)both bumpers
10) front wheels/tires
11) add Power Disk brakes - all brake lines
12)needs gas tank with new lines
13)complete 100% interior including bucket seats
14)needs Heater Core + related cables
15)needs new Dash + wiring
16)needs floor shifter
17)both valance's with lights
18)all side lights + wiring
19)bottom rear frames need large patch's ( they are open/torn ) where the
holes should be -
20)shocks/front end parts ( could not get under to see - sitting too low )

 

[440WB]

is a 72 chally even worth this as a project? Listed price $13k
his claim rebuilt motor/trans = a few years ago???

No fender Tag No build sheet

*A BIG RED FLAG = Clear Title in owners name says 71
Vin# + body #s are 72

Don't know how that could even happen?
with all the cars I have owned - I never ran into that before???

I have expained he will need to get Title re-done Proper into 72 -

running driving all working - then maybe price at $7 - 8k

 

[Xcudame]

A sketchy Challenger indeed! Turn signal cutouts on the front fender is 70/71 but the grill is 72-74. And what in the world is up with the wiring coming out the hole the AC (?) tubes would go? I see the condenser brackets for the AC are still on the car, but both on the left side!

ZZ-Top "I wouldn't touch ya with a ten foot pole" keeps popping into my head liking at the pictures!

 

[6PKRTSE]

Yes, I believe from what I remember. The add for the car. It is a hodge podge of all kinds of different years parts. I would say maybe $5500 tops to me. It depends how much you love it and how much you want a project.
My buddy sold his 73 Challenger for 46K when finished.

 

[heminut]

I would turn and run! That title business is sketchy as hell! Plus, it's overpriced IMHO!

 

[mrmopar340]

No E bodies past 1971 were built with big blocks either if I recall properly.

 

[mayhem]

I see you noted the body numbers & VIN are a '72 - so the car is a '72. The title thing is a definite problem. IF, and it's a big if, the title can be worked out, you'd have to ask yourself how much of the work (welding, body work, paint, electrical, mechanical, etc.) you can you do yourself. If you're a body & paint guy, maybe, just maybe, this would make a good project but Mopars are expensive, E-bodies are more expensive as are their parts and E-bodies are super expensive when you have to pay someone to do any work. I've had six Challengers in different levels of repair and I regret buying the two that looked similar to the car in the ad. Save your $$$ and find something that has known provenance. It will be well worth it in the long run and you'll be happy you passed on this one.