Father & Son’s ’69 Dodge HEMI Charger R/T Restomod

Let me tell you about a car story that’s as heartwarming as it is cool. This guy named Josh grew up listening to his dad’s tales about the legendary ’69 Charger 440 that his old man used to own. He wanted to give his dad the ultimate blast from the past, so he set out on a mission: find a beat-up ’69 Charger and turn it into something spectacular.

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He surprised his dad with this project, aiming to complete it in five years. But they managed to finish it in just three and a half! The result? A stunning 1969 Dodge Charger that’s basically brand spanking new. With a bit of hard work, a lot of dedication, and some help from skilled hands, they managed to transform a rust-bucket into a roaring beast.

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1969 dodge charger hemi rt restomod

It has an impressive 5.7 HEMI engine under the hood that came from a cop car, with some fantastic exhaust cutouts. It’s got all the bells and whistles, too – power brakes, Vintage Air, and even a slick Dakota Digital dashboard.

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Now this ’69 Charger isn’t just about the mechanics; it’s a symbol of the bond between a father and his son, the legacy of an old Charger, and the birth of a new one. And that’s what makes this ’69 Dodge Charger R/T Restomod a true work of art.

Check the RestoMods video below to see it up close and hear the engine sing!

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