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The first generation B body Dodge Chargers were probably
the most popular cars to carry that nameplate, but
there have been other lesser-known Charger models
through the years, most of which were factory lemons,
IMO.
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The 1966 Dodge Charger was the first in the series,
and it was a bonafide muscle car, made to compete
with the likes of the Pontiac GTO and Ford Torino.
Although it was a 2 door coupe, it was a full size
car, not meant to match up with cars like the Mustang.
Despite this, the 1968 Dodge Charger became famous
for a scene in the movie "Bullit" starring Steve
McQueen, when it was driven by the bad guys as they
try to escape McQueen's 'Stang. Car enthusiasts have
long questioned how the Ford managed to keep up with
the Charger, as the Dodge would have been much faster,
especially on the straighaways outside the city (San
Francisco). Some of the engines available for the
Charger were the 426 HEMI, 440 Magnum, and a 440
Six Pack in 1970. The model went downhill after that,
and by 1978 it was little more than a large econocar
with an underpower engine. The line has now made
a comeback, and you can find new Chargers in Dodge
dealer lots. Look for some special edition models
coming out soon, as Dodge tries to appease America's
appetite for speed. The older models are highly sought
after and can be found on eBay, among other places.
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