


1971 Chrysler Valiant Charger
Background check
This vehicle has been de-registered in the past and then registered again. The registration may have expired because the licence was not kept current or it may have been in an accident and written off by an insurance company.
Description
Photos say it all Sold in Australia 71 brought to NZ 73
This is a Rare Aussie muscle car
Model CHARGER Not XL or 770
The Model was the base option used by Chrysler to build the RT and E38 then E49 models
Numbers Engine Original Factory ordered Colour Hemi Orange 3 speed floor
Change Valiant Info Base confirms All and states a 1OF1 Build
Who ever Brought this Car back in 71 knew what he wanted Maybe he couldn’t afford the extra $1800 to get to the RT model
But he ordered the next best thing
Upgrade Engine from standard 215 6 cyl to the available option 245 6 cyl 265 was not an option on this model upgrade option 3 speed floor shift upgrade option Black vynil interior
I purchased 3 years ago to build a E38 or E49 replica but after receiving the Valiant info base report - Decided this Car is something special and holds its own
Some of the work I have completed over last 3 years No expense spared by Short Motors Papakura Wenzlink Automotive and Barry Richard Autos in Thames
Rebuilt gearbox new clutch , new 330 performance Holley new Timing gear ,camshaft new bearings new dash bulbs and electrical work Brakes rear springs retention The Body is a good one but needed following work completed Completed last year work completed by top Metal fabricator Plenum rebuild see photo
And Boot
I drive regularly I have noticed a slight drip from Fuel pump I have ordered a top brand pump and will be installed when NEW WOF completed and to make sure running its best Check plugs , points etc
Has had a few owners and a few plate changes but everything matches . Stamped inner Guard on original paint 3 M 29 3 speed , Medium price build , 29 is 2 door that’s where the current registration plates I got made comes from Also stamped SOA 802 - Special Order Approved unable to get information on 802 , 513 is Build Number I have listed due to the up coming Classic car and motorcycle swap meet in Paeroa where I’m living Saturday Feb 21 st May not be at the show but close buy for genuine buyers to view and test
Questions & Answers
I ran out of room in description- The Engine is Strong and reliable, no rattles or knocks , uses minimal oil , my plan was to rebuild to E38 specs but she’s running so well I just drive and enjoy ( up to new owner if sells) Seller comment Tuesday, 3 February 2026 Is that original paint? karynr (493 • 1:03 pm, Tue, 3 Feb )As far as Original- It’s the Original Colour code from factory has had a Re Spray to a high standard a few owners back - ( it’s original paint from 1971 under the bonnet ) grossy (231 • Tuesday, 3 February 2026 )Will Have a new 12 Month Warrant of Fitness When fuel pump fitted Seller comment Tuesday, 3 February 2026



















