Big Tank' Charger consigned for Shannons Sydney auction

The car in question is a very desirable 'Big Tank' Charger R/T E38, finished in that model's trademark 'Hot Mustard' colour, but with a few mods and upgrades.

 

The Charger was delivered in 1971 fitted with the top-performance 'Bathurst spec', consisting of a triple Weber carburettor 265-cid straight six engine, three-speed manual gearbox and the optional long distance 'Big Tank' - the form in which the original Chargers competed against their Ford and Holden rivals at Mt. Panorama in the era.

 

After being acquired by the current owner in 1997, the gearbox was upgraded to the four-speed manual transmission fitted to later model E49 'Bathurst' Chargers, while in April 2014, it was fitted with a newly-rebuilt genuine E38 engine.

 

While not a 'matching numbers' car (which would greatly enhance its collectible and sale value), the E38 being auctioned is a very attractive, well-presented and quite original car in all other respects, according to Shannons.

 

At its estimated $70,000-$80,000 guiding range, it will offer Charger enthusiasts the opportunity to experience the full pleasure and charisma of E38 ownership for a much more realistic price than a totally original car would command.

 

Other muscle and exotica consigned for this auction includes a 1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GT, '65 Ford Mustang convertible, '64 Porsche 356C and the very first HDT car - VC HDT prototype #1. For more on this significant HDT classic, click here.