1973 Dodge Challenger Rallye

Description

The Dodge Challenger lineup was consolidated to two trim levels for 1973, with a period brochure stating there were “two ways to assert your personality.” The Rallye Package (A57) elevated the standard Challenger with a Performance Hood featuring dual faux scoops, a blacked-out grille, and simulated scoops on the front fenders, all accentuated by distinctive black strobe stripes running towards the rear doors. Inside, the mandated Rallye Instrument Cluster, set against a faux woodgrain insert, included a 7,000 rpm tachometer, 150 mph speedometer, electric clock, analog auxiliary engine gauges, and variable-speed windshield wipers. Under the hood, while the standard offering was a two-barrel 318 cu-in V8, those seeking more performance could opt for the potent four-barrel 340 cu-in V8. The Rallye Suspension also added heavy duty shock absorbers and a front sway bar, enhanced by the newly standardized hydraulic front disc brakes. At a mere $182, the Rallye Package represented exceptional value, offering a wealth of performance features and distinctive styling cues that set it apart in the muscle car landscape of the early 1970s.

Highlights 

• Desirable Challenger Rallye (A57) factory-equipped with the optional 340 cu-in V8 (E55)

• Four-speed manual transmission

• Benefits from a full restoration completed approximately six years ago per the consignor 

• Finished in Bright Red (FE5) with a full Black vinyl roof (V1X) 

• Equipped with aftermarket air conditioning 

• The chassis number decodes as follows: 

  • J - Dodge Challenger 

  • H - Price Class, High 

  • 23 - 2 Door Hardtop 

  • H - 340 1-4BBL 8 Cylinder "LA" engine 

  • 3 - 1973 

  • B - Assembly Plant, Hamtramck, Michigan 

  • 184830 - Sequential Number 

• The fender tag decodes as follows: 

  • E55 - 340 V8 Single 4 Barrel Carburetor HP 275 hp 

  • D34 - Standard Duty Automatic Transmission (now four-speed manual)

  • J - Dodge Challenger 

  • H - High Price Class 

  • 23 - 2 Door Hardtop 

  • H - 340 V8 Single 4 Barrel Carburetor High Performance (8 Cylinder) 

  • 3 - 1973 

  • B - Hamtramck, MI 

  • 184830 - Sequential Number 

  • FE5 - "Bright Red" in Dodge / "Rallye Red" in Plymouth 

  • A - Basic Trim 

  • 6 - Vinyl Bucket Seats 

  • X9 - Black (if H5/P5, cloth insert is Black & White) 

  • 000 - Full Door Panel 

  • A17 - Scheduled to be built October 1969 on the 17 day 

  • 100441 - Vehicle Order Number (VON) 

  • V1X - Full Vinyl Roof Black 

  • U - USA Specifications 

  • A57 - Rallye Package 

  • B41 - Front Disc Brakes w/Standard 10in RR Drum 

  • C56 - Bucket Seats 

  • G37 - Chrome Racing Mirrors: Driver Side Remote Adjusting / Passenger Side Manual Adjusting 

  • H51 - Air Conditioning with Front Heater 

  • J52 - Inside Hood Release 

  • J54 - Sport Hood 

  • M08 - Simulated Louvers 

  • M21 - Roof drip rail moldings 

  • M25 - Wide sill moldings 

  • N41 - Dual Exhaust 

  • N42 - Chrome Exhaust Tips 

  • N85 - Tachometer 

  • R11 - Music Master Radio AM 

  • V6X - Black Longitude Sports Stripe  

  • 26 - 26 in. Radiator 

Features 

• All-vinyl front bucket seats with integral head restraints 

• Deep-pile carpeting 

• Simulated wood-grained door trim inserts 

• Front and rear ashtrays 

• Keyless door-locking system 

• Heater/defroster 

• Front and rear armrests 

• Ventless front windows 

• Dome light 

• Cigarette lighter 

• Glove box lock 

• Day/night inside mirror 

• Two-spoke steering wheel with horn button 

• Deluxe front and rear bumper guards 

• Concealed two-speed windshield wipers 

• Dual horns 

• Body side dual paint stripes (NA Rallye) 

• Lower deck lid and rear quarter moldings 

• Grille and hood moldings 

• Wheel-lip moldings 

• Drip-rail moldings 

• Cleaner Air System with Vapor Saver (gasoline evaporation control system) 

• Antitheft steering column lock 

• Backup lights 

• Turn signals 

Known Imperfections 

• Split in the driver's seat upholstery 

• Minor bubbling in the paint on either side of the left-rear wheel arch and in front of the right-rear wheel arch 

• Speedometer "bounces" under acceleration but evens out at cruising speed 

Included  

• Spare tire and jack  

• Fire extinguisher 

• An original Mopar 340 four-barrel air cleaner 

• Box of miscellaneous belts, lights, and original power steering pump 

Ownership History

The consignor reports acquiring this 1973 Dodge Challenger Rallye in 2018. 

Additional Notes

A Broad Arrow Group Consignment Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. Contact: Tim Rollinger Phone: 912.596.2099 email: trollinger@hagerty.com