Rare Facts About the Classic Charger (Photos)
Viewers of the 1966 Rose Bowl game were the first to see the introduction of the "Leader of the Dodge Rebellion." The Dodge Charger has brought muscle car enthusiasts over 50 years of speed.
1. Bet you didn't know that...
The first Chargers were made in 1966 and had a base price of $3,122. They came with a unique feature. Both the front and the back seats of the 1966 Dodge Charger were fitted with bucket seats.
2. 1968 Dodge Charger
The last model year to include the Dodge Charger's flip-out headlights was 1973. In 1987, Dodge discontinued production of the Charger. After almost 20 years, the Charger was rereleased in 2006 and has been a hit ever since.
3. 1969 Dodge Charger R/T 440 Magnum
The '69 Dodge Charger R/T 440 Magnum was the car everyone knew from the popular television show, "The Dukes of Hazzard." The show ran from 1979 to 1985 and crashed a Charger in every episode.
4. The Scat Pack
In 1968, Dodge released their line of muscle cars (including the Charger), referring to them as "The Scatpack." Plymouth, evidently had another idea, as they referred to the line as the "Rapid Transit System."
5. 1970 Dodge Charger Daytona
Every gearhead knows the 1969 Dodge Charger Daytona for its freakishly large rear spoiler, but that wasn't the only cool thing about the vehicle. NASCAR regulations required that the spoiler be high enough for the trunk to freely open and close. It was also the first car to travel 200 miles per hour.
