Yesteryear Collection

As the '60s came to a close, Dodge offered its buyers a range of automobiles for all styles. There was the spunky and economical Dart, the powerful Coronet and the commodius Polara. But for those interested in pure muscle, no other Dodge would suffice except the Dodge Charger. NASCAR racing had become a favourite showcase for the major automobile manufacturers, and a great deal of effort was invested in having a winning model consistently in the winner's circle. Dodge found that its standard Charger was still not sufficient to dominate NASCAR racing, so it introduced the Daytona Charger. With its Hemi engine, elongated nose, and roof high spoiler mounted on the trunk, the Charger was an awesome sight. True to its name, the car won the 1969 Daytona 500. A favourite among the racing crowd - and the muscle-minded public - the Dodge Charger is also known for its starring role in a popular television series, The Dukes of Hazzard. No less impressive than the 500 Daytona Chargers or the "General Lee" that starred on television were the 80,000 Chargers produced for the public. With engine options that ranged from a 225 cubic inch Slant Six to a Hemi-enhanced 426 cubic inch V-8 to a 440 cubic inch Magnum, the Charger was fast and powerful. But it was also a beautiful machine, with long and sleek lines that subtly downplayed the power that roared beneath the hood. Now, the 1969 Dodge Charger is re-created in an extraordinary die-cast replica filled with exciting and authentic detail. Precision-engineered in 1:43 scale, The 1969 Dodge Charger is produced by - and available only from - Matchbox Collectibles, the greatest name in die-cast.

SPECIFICATIONS

Engine: V-8 with overhead valves
Options: 318 cubic inch V-8 (240bph); 340 cubic inch V-8 (275bph); 383 cubic inch two barrel V-8 (290bph); 383 cubic inch four barrel V-8 (335 bph); 440 Magnum (375bph); 426 Hemi (425bph)
Displacement: 225 cubic inch (Slant Six); 383 cubic inch (V-8)
Carburetion: One four-barrel carburetor
Production: 69,600 (500 with Slant Six engine)
Original Price: $3,020 to 3,860
Current Price: $18,000 to $54,000 (excellent condition); add 40% for 440 Magnum 440/1x4V; autos equipped with 426 Hemi are unestimable; add 20% for 383 engine; add 50% for 440/3x2V