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1973 charger se - 11/1/2007 10:37:47 AM    wssb11   Posts: 5 Joined: 11/1/2007 Status: offline so im thinking about purchasing a 1973 dodge charger with the 383 and 727 transmission does any one have any thoughts on the car. It's value? the engine? etc.. Post #: 1

RE: 1973 charger se - 11/1/2007 3:51:55 PM    TorRedOrv0436 Posts: 152 Joined: 7/26/2006 Status: offline Depends on the condition. If its fixable its a sweet car. (in reply to wssb11) Post #: 2

RE: 1973 charger se - 11/1/2007 4:05:06 PM    wssb11   Posts: 5 Joined: 11/1/2007 Status: offline The car runs and drives. Heres the description: This is a 1973 Dodge Charger, The car runs, drives, and looks great. It is Black with a black interior. The drive train consists of a 383 motor and a 727 Transmission,(hurst shifter). She runs and drives tight and the acceleration is positive. The transmission sifts threw all gears smoothly. The car clean windows. Dash and door panels are good.Vinyl roof was replaced The brakes work, gauges and lights work. Tires are in good shape. The body has a very clean finish. Thumbnail Image Attachment (1) (in reply to TorRedOrv0436) Post #: 3

RE: 1973 charger se - 11/2/2007 6:01:22 AM    baldyloxs Posts: 1087 Joined: 10/28/2005 Status: offline buy if you like it!!! I bought a 70, and cant wait to get it done  _____________________________ (in reply to wssb11) Post #: 4

RE: 1973 charger se - 11/2/2007 1:29:36 PM    decalguy24   Posts: 20 Joined: 2/8/2007 Status: offline seeing is believing i would try to drive or at the very least see the car for yourself there are a ton of shady characters out there try not to get burned and good luck p.s. pic looks great (in reply to baldyloxs) Post #: 5

RE: 1973 charger se - 11/2/2007 8:31:11 PM    wssb11   Posts: 5 Joined: 11/1/2007 Status: offline thanks for your respone!!! (in reply to decalguy24) Post #: 6

RE: 1973 charger se - 11/5/2007 7:36:14 AM    74scamp   Posts: 1238 Joined: 1/25/2006 From: Los Lunas, ,NM Status: offline Personally, I like the 383.  I've heard it described as the big block that thinks it's a small block, i.e., revs quick.  What kind of shape is the rear end in?  I notice it seems to have some healthy meets on the rear wheels.  Use a magnet if you have concerns about bondo on the car.  Check around the back window as that was, IIRC, a spot prone to rust.  Looks good, though. dave _____________________________ (in reply to wssb11) Post #: 7

RE: 1973 charger se - 11/7/2007 3:31:33 PM    wssb11   Posts: 5 Joined: 11/1/2007 Status: offline what the 383 like compared to the 400 or 440? (in reply to 74scamp) Post #: 8

RE: 1973 charger se - 11/8/2007 6:48:17 AM    74scamp   Posts: 1238 Joined: 1/25/2006 From: Los Lunas, ,NM Status: offline 383 is a quick rev'r.  The 440 is the torque and hp monster - well, except for the 426 hemi.  I don't know much about 400s.  I think most guys use 400s as stroker motors and stroke them to something like 416s, etc.  There are some web sites that are really good for these old mopars - pm me if you want and I'll direct you to one. dave _____________________________ (in reply to wssb11) Post #: 9

RE: 1973 charger se - 11/8/2007 5:19:55 PM    IXLR8   Posts: 376 Joined: 12/27/2005 From: Katy, TX Status: offline FYI 1973 Dodge Charger SE 440ci 0 to 60 7.4sec 1/4 mile 15.2sec   from http://www.albeedigital.com/supercoupe/articles/0-60_Quarter_Mile_Times/D_E_0-60times.html The 383 is a little slower. Buy it for style, not speed... _____________________________ I feel a need... a need for SPEED !! GMG Daytona Only insecure people list mods... (in reply to 74scamp) Post #: 10

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