1971 Chrysler VH Charger 770 318 V8 Coupe

Description

The legendary Valiant Charger burst onto the scene in 1971 to cries of "Hey Charger" thanks to a memorable television advertising campaign. Several models were offered, the base car with an economy-spec 215-cid six. Next was the XL with a 245, and the 265-cid R/T which race fans swooned over. Sitting at the top, however, was the GT-luxury inspired 770. Combining optional V8 power with automatic transmission, radial ply tyres, heavier torsion bar suspension and a standard anti-roll bar its intent was to deliver a more sophisticated, European driving experience. The interior also received significant upgrades, with better seats, full carpeting, improved sound insulation and an alloy-spoked steering wheel lending a much needed touch of class. The VH 770 was available with the 265-cid six or 318-cid V8, with later models receiving the 360. The V8s in particular tend to be mated with the three-speed automatic transmissions, as befitting the upmarket image, though you could specify a four-speed manual and limited slip differential if you wanted some sportiness without the loud looks of the R/T.