1971 Dodge Challenger Parked for 40 Years Emerges With Unexpected and Rare Feature

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Barn finds are known for their surprises, and the recently unearthed 1971 Dodge Challenger is no exception.

Barn finds are known for their surprises, and the recently unearthed 1971 Dodge Challenger is no exception.

Discovered by YouTube channel "Shade Tree Vintage Auto" after spending nearly four decades hidden away in a warehouse, this classic Challenger showcases an unexpected and rare feature not typically found on models from this year.

While the Challenger shows signs of neglect and deterioration after years of storage, it still holds an intriguing secret. The original V8 engine is missing, leaving only the four-speed manual gearbox intact. However, traces of a big-block V8 in the engine bay suggest that this Challenger may have had a different powerplant at some point, although it is unclear if it came from the factory that way. Additionally, despite bearing some R/T-style features, this Dodge is not an authentic R/T model.

The uniqueness of this Challenger lies in its front clip. Due to a significant crash in its past, the original front end was replaced with one sourced from a 1970 version. But this front clip didn't come from an ordinary Challenger; it originated from a limited-edition T/A model.