Classic Dodge Challenger R/T 1970 for Sale in the UK
American E-body muscle car imported and road-registered
Import a Dodge Challenger from 1970 to 1974 — the E-body pony car built to take on the Mustang — as an R/T 383, 440 Six Pack, T/A 340 Six Pack or 426 Hemi — fully managed through to UK registration. We handle VAT, duty and DVLA paperwork; cars over 40 years qualify for historic-vehicle status (no MOT, £0 road tax). 30-day money-back guarantee.
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Sourcing
Our Dodge Challengers straight from the USA
We hold no stock. Every Dodge Challenger 1970, 1971 or later year is sourced to your brief through our network in Texas, Florida and California — with a verified Carfax report, fender-tag and broadcast-sheet checks, engine-code decoding from the VIN, and an on-site inspection.
Year
1970 (launch year) | 1971 split grille | 1972-1974
Budget
< £45,000 | £45-105,000 | > £160,000 (Hemi)
Condition
Matching Numbers | Restored | Good order | Project
Engine
Slant-Six 225 | V8 318 | 340 | 383 | 440 Magnum | 440 Six Pack | 426 Hemi
Trim
Base | R/T | R/T SE | T/A | Rallye
Transmission
727 TorqueFlite auto | A833 4-speed manual (pistol grip)
Process
How it works
1. You define
Year, engine, trim, budget — we pin down your ideal Dodge Challenger.
2. We search the USA
7 to 14 days of sourcing with local inspection, fender-tag check and Carfax.
3. You choose
3 to 5 cars with HD photos, start-up videos and a firm price in pounds.
4. We deliver turnkey
Purchase, sea freight to Felixstowe, customs, registration and home delivery.
Examples
Recently imported Dodge Challengers
Dodge Challenger R/T 440 Six Pack 1970
- V8 440 ci (7.2L) — 390 bhp, triple carb
- 69,000 original miles
- Plum Crazy / black interior, bumblebee stripes
- A833 4-speed pistol-grip manual
- Matching Numbers, fender tag present, historic eligible
(Fixed price: purchase, freight, duty, VAT, DVLA registration)
Dodge Challenger T/A 340 Six Pack 1970
- V8 340 ci (5.6L) — 290 bhp, triple carb
- 74,000 miles
- Go Mango / fibreglass scoop bonnet
- Side exhausts, raised rear stance
- Trans-Am homologation, tidy restoration
(Fixed price, turnkey)
Dodge Challenger 318 1972
- V8 318 ci (5.2L) — 150 bhp
- 101,000 miles
- Yellow / 1972 split grille
- Automatic, well-equipped base trim
- Excellent order, ideal first buy
(Fixed price, turnkey)
Guarantee
Money-back guarantee
30 days to approve your Dodge Challenger
If within 30 days of delivery your Dodge Challenger does not match your expectations 100 %, we refund the full purchase price — no hidden conditions.
- Drive the Challenger on the open road
- Review the DVLA registration and historic-vehicle paperwork
- Have the engine code and fender tag authenticated by a Mopar expert
- Right to return if not satisfied
Why
Why buy a classic Dodge Challenger?
Launched in 1970 to take on the Mustang and Camaro in the pony-car class, the E-body Dodge Challenger had a short (1970-1974) but intense run. Immortalised by the cult film 'Vanishing Point' (1971) and its white Challenger R/T 440, it is now one of the most desirable muscle cars. In the UK, matching-numbers R/T, T/A and Hemi cars are climbing, with very limited supply in Europe.
E-body shape
Longer wheelbase than the 'Cuda, full-width 1970 grille, shaker hood and bumblebee stripes.
From 340 to 426 Hemi
The T/A's 340, the 383 and 440 Magnum, the 440 Six Pack and the legendary 426 Hemi.
Historic vehicle status
40+ years means no MOT and £0 VED — a major UK cost saving.
E-body parts
Shared Mopar E platform with the Barracuda: strong reproduction support (panels, mechanicals, trim).
Heritage value
R/T, T/A and Hemi rank among the most valuable and sought-after muscle cars.
Pop-culture pull
Vanishing Point, then Fast & Furious: fame that keeps demand strong.
Who is it for?
- Muscle-car enthusiasts and fans of the pivotal 1970 model year
- Collectors after an appreciating R/T 383/440
- Investors seeking a matching-numbers T/A 340 Six Pack or Hemi
- Members of UK clubs such as the Mopar Muscle Association
- Weekend drivers for shows (American SpeedFest, Rally of the Giants)
Import
Import & UK registration turnkey
Total lead time: 8 to 14 weeks from order to UK registration.
Model years
Dodge Challenger model years 1970-1974
A single E-body generation, but four distinct model years. 1970 — the only year with the full R/T, T/A and Hemi line-up — carries most of the UK demand and value.
| Year | Visual cue | Top engines | Trims | Highlight | UK price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | Full-width grille | 340, 383, 440 Six Pack, 426 Hemi | Base, R/T, R/T SE, T/A | Launch year, full range | £45,000 - £220,000 |
| 1971 | Split grille | 383, 440 Six Pack, 426 Hemi | Base, R/T | Last Hemi & R/T year | £48,000 - £250,000 |
| 1972 | New grille, round lights | 318, 340 | Base, Rallye | End of the big blocks | £34,000 - £62,000 |
| 1973-1974 | Reinforced bumpers | 318, 360 | Base, Rallye | End of the E-body run | £32,000 - £58,000 |
Iconic engines
- V8 340 ci (5.6L): 275 bhp — the light R/T, the T/A's Six Pack base
- V8 383 Magnum (6.3L): 335 bhp — the base 1970 R/T
- V8 440 Magnum (7.2L): 375 bhp — massive torque
- 440 Six Pack (7.2L, triple carb): 390 bhp — top power short of the Hemi
- 426 Hemi (7.0L): 425 bhp — the holy grail, the top of the market
Trims & versions
- R/T (Road/Track): the performance car, 383 Magnum as standard, bumblebee stripes
- R/T SE (Special Edition): vinyl roof, smaller rear window, leather
- T/A (1970 only): 340 Six Pack, fibreglass bonnet, Trans-Am homologation
- Rallye (1972-74): sport pack after the R/T was dropped
- R/T 426 Hemi: the top of the market
Budget
Price & finance
Classic Dodge Challengers in the UK run from £32,000 to over £250,000, depending on model year (a 1970-71 R/T is worth far more than a 1973-74 318), engine (a 426 Hemi can cost several times a 318), trim (R/T, T/A) and the authenticity of the numbers.
1972-1974 V8 318/360, or a 1970-71 base in good order. An ideal entry point.
Restored 1970-71 R/T 383/440, 1970 T/A 340 Six Pack.
Matching R/T 440 Six Pack and above all the R/T 426 Hemi.
Cost breakdown (R/T 383 £62,000 US price, collector 9705)
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vehicle price USA | £62,000 |
| Sea freight Charleston-Felixstowe | £1,900 |
| Import duty (0 % collector) | £0 |
| Reduced VAT (5 %) | £3,100 |
| DVLA registration & historic status | £120 |
| UK delivery | £240 |
| Commission (8 %) | £4,960 |
| TURNKEY TOTAL | £72,320 |
Good to know: the collector classification (code 9705) requires an original vehicle over 30 years old of historic interest. Otherwise the standard regime applies (10 % duty + 20 % VAT). Running costs: no MOT and £0 VED for 40+ year historic cars · classic insurance from £200/year · LHD is fully legal in the UK.
American muscle car shows in the UK
The UK American-car scene is among the most active in Europe. Three fixtures where Dodge Challenger R/T and T/A cars line up:
- American SpeedFest — Brands Hatch (Kent), June
The UK's American motorsport festival, pairing oval-style demo races with a huge show-car infield. - AAC Rally of the Giants — Woburn Abbey, July
The American Auto Club's flagship all-American show on the Woburn lawn, judged by club registers. - Stars & Stripes, Tatton Park — Knutsford (Cheshire), July
The North-West's biggest American show for 35+ years — muscle cars in force.
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