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650-HP Gen 3 HEMI 1970 Dodge Charger Restomod
Current Bid: Winning Bid:
$167,000
Ended:
Starts In:
August 28, 2026 1:13 PM PDT
Location:
TN 37813
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Make: Dodge
Model: Charger
Type: Coupe
Seller Type: Private
Key Details
  • Seller : Ghost13
  • Location : Morristown, TN 37813
  • Seller Type : Private
Build Sheet
  • VIN: XH29G0G120133
  • BluePrint Engines 426ci Gen 3 HEMI V8 (650 hp dyno-rated)
  • Holley Terminator X-MAX EFI & Tanks Inc. 340-lph fuel setup
  • Tremec TKX 5-speed manual transmission with McLeod hydraulic clutch
  • Mopar 8.75-inch sure grip rear differential w/ 3.23 gears
  • QA1 front cradle with rack-and-pinion steering & front coilovers
  • QA1 rear 4-link suspension with coilovers
  • 4-wheel Wilwood power disc brakes (6-piston front / 4-piston rear)
  • US Car Tool subframe connectors, torque boxes, & chassis bracing
  • 18-inch American Racing Groove wheels (8" front / 10" rear)
  • Falken RT660 tires (245/40R18 front / 295/40R18 rear)
  • Refinished Tuxedo Black exterior with matte black rear stripe
  • Ringbrothers billet hood hinges, Holley LED headlights & Digitails LED taillights
  • Sparco GT bucket seats trimmed in custom leather and suede
  • Hurst woodgrain pistol-grip shifter & Billet Specialties steering wheel
  • Dakota Digital gauge cluster & Vintage Air climate control
Chris Esparza
Wrench Report

By Chris Esparza

RestoMods Head Mechanic. 20 year classic car mechanic & builder.

I really know this car inside and out because I built it! This was a complete no-expense-spared effort where every single nut and bolt was replaced and every single part was restored and modified to build what we consider the ultimate Restomod Charger. Careful thought and planning went into matching components to elevate the car's performance and driving experience to modern standards while complementing the amazing design of a '70 Charger. My favorite thing about this car is that after all was said and done we ended up with fantastic power to weight ratio of 0.182 (3,570 lbs scaled weight & 650 HP) which is entering supercar territory!

Description

This 1970 Dodge Charger is a custom restomod built by RestoMods in San Diego, California and is now being offered by the private seller who won the vehicle in RestoMods' online sweepstakes in May of 2026. Completed in December 2024 and refinished in Tuxedo Black in August 2025, the car was featured prominently in the BluePrint Engines booth at SEMA Show in November 2025. The build pairs a 650-horsepower 426ci modern Gen 3 HEMI V8 with a five-speed manual transmission, QA1 coilover suspension, four-wheel Wilwood disc brakes, and an updated leather/suede interior. The car has 3,708 miles reported on the digital odometer since the build was completed. Total lifetime mileage unknown. It is now offered by the seller with a clean Tennessee title along with extensive build documentation and many pages of receipts.

The body was refinished from Viper Red to Tuxedo Black in 2025 following a complete build. Exterior modifications include Ringbrothers Air Frame billet aluminum hood hinges, Holley LED headlights, Digi-Tails LED taillight conversions, new replacement glass, and new chrome trim. A matte black vinyl trunk stripe is applied to the rear.

The Charger rides on staggered 18-inch American Racing Groove wheels measuring 18x8 inches up front and 18x10 inches out back, wrapped in Falken RT660 tires (245/40R18 front, 295/40R18 rear). The date codes on the tires are as follows: September 2021 for the rears, and February 2023 for the fronts.

The cabin features Sparco GT front bucket seats and a matching rear bench seat upholstered in custom suede and leather, accompanied by new carpet and door panels. Interior amenities include a Vintage Air climate control system and a RetroSound stereo with Bluetooth connectivity.

The driver operates the car via a Billet Specialties leather-wrapped steering wheel mounted to a Flaming River tilt column. A woodgrain Hurst pistol-grip shifter handles gear changes, while a Dakota Digital instrument cluster displays telemetry.

The engine bay houses a BluePrint Engines 426ci Gen-3 HEMI V8 dyno-rated at 650 horsepower. The following mechanicals are noted:

  1. Holley Terminator X-MAX electronic fuel injection system
  2. Tanks Inc. fuel tank with an in-tank 340-lph fuel pump
  3. CVF accessory drive system
  4. American Autowire harness
  5. aluminum radiator with dual Proform electric cooling fans
  6. Hooker stainless steel shorty headers
  7. 2.5-inch MagnaFlow Street Series stainless steel dual exhaust system with an X-pipe
  8. Tremec TKX five-speed manual transmission
  9. McLeod clutch and hydraulic throwout bearing
  10. Mopar 8.75-inch sure rear differential with 3.23 gear ratio

The chassis is strengthened with US Car Tool subframe connectors, torque boxes, and chassis bracing. The suspension utilizes a QA1 front cradle with rack-and-pinion steering and front coilovers, paired with a QA1 rear four-link setup with coilovers. Stopping power is provided by four-wheel Wilwood power disc brakes featuring six-piston front calipers and four-piston rear calipers.

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Highest Bid
$167,000
  • Seller
    Ghost13
  • Highest Bidder
    Roofwars
  • Total Bids
    59 Bids
  • Total Views
    12,477 Views
  • Total Saves
    61 Saves
Final Sale Price
$167,000
SOLD
  • Seller
    Ghost13
  • Winning Bidder
    Roofwars
  • Total Bids
    59 Bids
  • Date Ended
    August 28, 2026 1:13 PM PDT
Sold After Price
WITHHELD
SOLD AFTER
  • Seller
    Ghost13
  • Highest Bidder
    Roofwars
  • Total Bids
    59 Bids
  • Date Ended
    August 28, 2026 1:13 PM PDT
Highest Bid
$167,000
Reserve Not Met
  • Seller
    Ghost13
  • Highest Bidder
    Roofwars
  • Total Bids
    59 Bids
  • Date Ended
    August 28, 2026 1:13 PM PDT
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Roofwars • Aug 28, 1:11 pm PDT Aug 28, 1:11 pm PDT
bgo1313 • Aug 28, 1:11 pm PDT Aug 28, 1:11 pm PDT
Roofwars • Aug 28, 1:09 pm PDT Aug 28, 1:09 pm PDT
bgo1313 • Aug 28, 1:08 pm PDT Aug 28, 1:08 pm PDT
Roofwars • Aug 28, 1:08 pm PDT Aug 28, 1:08 pm PDT
bgo1313 • Aug 28, 1:07 pm PDT Aug 28, 1:07 pm PDT
Roofwars • Aug 28, 1:07 pm PDT Aug 28, 1:07 pm PDT
bgo1313 • Aug 28, 1:07 pm PDT Aug 28, 1:07 pm PDT
Roofwars • Aug 28, 1:05 pm PDT Aug 28, 1:05 pm PDT
bgo1313 • Aug 28, 1:05 pm PDT Aug 28, 1:05 pm PDT
Moose • Aug 28, 1:04 pm PDT

Popcorn is out! COOL FREAKING CAR!

Roofwars • Aug 28, 1:03 pm PDT Aug 28, 1:03 pm PDT
Guiseppe33 • Aug 28, 1:03 pm PDT Aug 28, 1:03 pm PDT
Roofwars • Aug 28, 1:02 pm PDT Aug 28, 1:02 pm PDT
bgo1313 • Aug 28, 1:02 pm PDT Aug 28, 1:02 pm PDT
Roofwars • Aug 28, 1:02 pm PDT Aug 28, 1:02 pm PDT
bgo1313 • Aug 28, 1:02 pm PDT Aug 28, 1:02 pm PDT
Guiseppe33 • Aug 28, 1:02 pm PDT Aug 28, 1:02 pm PDT
Roofwars • Aug 28, 1:00 pm PDT Aug 28, 1:00 pm PDT
bgo1313 • Aug 28, 12:59 pm PDT Aug 28, 12:59 pm PDT
Guiseppe33 • Aug 28, 12:59 pm PDT Aug 28, 12:59 pm PDT
Roofwars • Aug 28, 12:59 pm PDT Aug 28, 12:59 pm PDT
Guiseppe33 • Aug 28, 12:59 pm PDT Aug 28, 12:59 pm PDT
Ghost13 Seller • Aug 28, 12:58 pm PDT

130k? Thats a Steal! Lol

Roofwars • Aug 28, 12:56 pm PDT Aug 28, 12:56 pm PDT
Guiseppe33 • Aug 28, 12:56 pm PDT Aug 28, 12:56 pm PDT
Roofwars • Aug 28, 12:55 pm PDT Aug 28, 12:55 pm PDT
Guiseppe33 • Aug 28, 12:55 pm PDT Aug 28, 12:55 pm PDT
Ghost13 Seller • Aug 28, 12:48 pm PDT

Who ever wins this is going to be the coolest dude in the neighborhood. Nothing will compete with it.

Roofwars • Aug 28, 12:45 pm PDT Aug 28, 12:45 pm PDT
MikeyJ1018 • Aug 28, 12:45 pm PDT Aug 28, 12:45 pm PDT
Ghost13 Seller • Aug 28, 12:34 pm PDT

Let's get those bids in so your son thanks you later down the road! Im here to answer any questions! Happy bidding!

MikeyJ1018 Bidder • Aug 28, 12:25 pm PDT

Will all the documentation in the pics come with the car?

Ghost13 Seller Aug 28, 12:27 pm PDT
I have a huge binder of everything that was done to the car!
Ghost13 Seller Aug 28, 12:28 pm PDT
So all documents will be included with the sale! All $444,000 dollars worth of work!
Roofwars • Aug 28, 12:23 pm PDT Aug 28, 12:23 pm PDT
rahan2486 • Aug 28, 12:21 pm PDT Aug 28, 12:21 pm PDT
Roofwars • Aug 28, 12:15 pm PDT Aug 28, 12:15 pm PDT
MikeyJ1018 • Aug 28, 12:08 pm PDT Aug 28, 12:08 pm PDT
Ghost13 Seller • Aug 27, 3:31 pm PDT

Reserve has been removed from this auction item!

Roofwars • Aug 27, 1:47 pm PDT Aug 27, 1:47 pm PDT
burnoutbob • Aug 27, 1:15 pm PDT Aug 27, 1:15 pm PDT
MikeyJ1018 Bidder • Aug 26, 4:09 pm PDT

Hi guys,
Unbelievable job!
Getting late in the game here just had question on som of the pics. Apologize if these have been addressed but in pictures 55, 56 and then 59 through 63 or so (it’s bright work and rubber around the glass) are those flaws you’re showing? because in the picture it seems to be a little dinged up in these areas.?

Ghost13 Seller Aug 27, 12:10 pm PDT
Yes very minor flaws, but the this car is incredibly beautiful more so in person! You really have to see in person to understand just how much this car is a monster, and a beautiful one at that!
Ghost13 Seller Aug 27, 12:13 pm PDT
And actually no only one of the pictures you mentioned is deflecting a flaw, but I wouldnt even call it that honestly because this car is put together very well!
Roofwars • Aug 26, 11:16 am PDT Aug 26, 11:16 am PDT
rahan2486 • Aug 26, 10:31 am PDT Aug 26, 10:31 am PDT
burnoutbob • Aug 26, 10:14 am PDT Aug 26, 10:14 am PDT
Roofwars • Aug 25, 9:00 pm PDT Aug 25, 9:00 pm PDT
morgan37918 • Aug 25, 3:11 pm PDT Aug 25, 3:11 pm PDT
Mikehaddad • Aug 25, 2:46 pm PDT Aug 25, 2:46 pm PDT
morgan37918 • Aug 25, 2:11 pm PDT Aug 25, 2:11 pm PDT
Mikehaddad • Aug 25, 2:03 pm PDT Aug 25, 2:03 pm PDT
Roofwars • Aug 25, 1:43 pm PDT Aug 25, 1:43 pm PDT
burnoutbob • Aug 25, 11:33 am PDT Aug 25, 11:33 am PDT
Roofwars • Aug 25, 9:27 am PDT Aug 25, 9:27 am PDT
Mikehaddad • Aug 25, 8:39 am PDT Aug 25, 8:39 am PDT
Guiseppe33 • Aug 25, 8:12 am PDT Aug 25, 8:12 am PDT
MStover1 • Aug 25, 8:06 am PDT Aug 25, 8:06 am PDT
Ghost13 Seller • Aug 24, 1:36 pm PDT

As the owner of this car let me be clear, if you are the winner of this action, it will be a VERY rewarding feeling after your first cruise. But heres the problem; attenion. People will give you too much attention in this bad baby. Heads will turn, people will stop in their tracks, and the beautiful rumble of the 426 thats under the hood will literally make people peak out their blinds and step outside for a better look. So only buy this car if you can handle the attention! ☺️

Roofwars • Aug 24, 7:47 am PDT Aug 24, 7:47 am PDT
bgo1313 • Aug 23, 5:23 pm PDT Aug 23, 5:23 pm PDT
PlymouthStroker70 • Aug 23, 12:06 pm PDT

Tell us about the wiper blades. Where are they?

Roofwars • Aug 23, 7:57 am PDT Aug 23, 7:57 am PDT
morgan37918 • Aug 22, 5:57 pm PDT Aug 22, 5:57 pm PDT
rahan2486 • Aug 22, 5:51 pm PDT Aug 22, 5:51 pm PDT
apcraw84 • Aug 22, 2:33 pm PDT Aug 22, 2:33 pm PDT
morgan37918 Bidder • Aug 22, 9:53 am PDT

I’m local. Can I inspect it?

joeshmo Staff Aug 22, 10:29 am PDT
@morgan37918 Inspections are welcome. Please send us an email to support@buythecar.com and we will have an auctions specialist coordinate with you and the seller to schedule a viewing.
morgan37918 Aug 22, 12:24 pm PDT
Will do. Thx!!
morgan37918 • Aug 22, 9:51 am PDT Aug 22, 9:51 am PDT
SloC5z04 • Aug 22, 4:38 am PDT

Is there a reserve?

Ghost13 Seller Aug 22, 9:34 am PDT
Yes sir!
PlymouthStroker70 Aug 23, 4:01 pm PDT
What is it? How much is the Reserve Price?
Ghost13 Seller Aug 23, 6:09 pm PDT
Can't tell ya that bud! 😏
Ghost13 Seller Aug 24, 9:04 am PDT
But I will tell you its been appraised by a professional at $191,300πŸ‘€πŸ‘€
David103 • Aug 21, 3:53 pm PDT

Windshield wipers?

Ghost13 Seller Aug 21, 4:27 pm PDT
The vehicle does not have window wipers or the wiper motor.
Roofwars • Aug 21, 2:03 pm PDT Aug 21, 2:03 pm PDT
mwasif • Aug 21, 1:04 pm PDT

Can it be shipped to Ontario, Canada?

Ghost13 Seller Aug 21, 4:27 pm PDT
I believe so, yes!
nickRo • Aug 21, 11:18 am PDT Aug 21, 11:18 am PDT
burnoutbob • Aug 21, 7:40 am PDT Aug 21, 7:40 am PDT
burnoutbob Bidder • Aug 21, 7:39 am PDT

πŸ‘€

Ghost13 Seller • Aug 21, 7:20 am PDT

Whats up my guys! First off, thanks for checking out my beautiful charger! It's an AMAZING machine built by Chris Esparza and his awesome crew over at Restomods! I've driven this beast a time or two and I will tell you this, never FAILS in any category! From presentation to performance. I do love this car, but I have an opportunity I can't refuse, so that's why I'm trying to put it in your hands. The ONLY thing wrong with this car, is that you are not driving it. Come get this RESTOMONSTER!!🫑πŸ”₯πŸ”₯πŸ”₯

mtruhl1958 Aug 22, 1:47 pm PDT
When and when can this car be seen ( in person) and driven?
Ghost13 Seller Aug 23, 8:02 pm PDT
Unfortunately, no test drives during while the auction is live! But...you are more than welcome to come view it in person!
Ishamael • Aug 21, 5:55 am PDT Aug 21, 5:55 am PDT

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Key Details
  • Seller : Ghost13
  • Location : Morristown, TN 37813
  • Seller Type : Private
Build Sheet
  • VIN: XH29G0G120133
  • BluePrint Engines 426ci Gen 3 HEMI V8 (650 hp dyno-rated)
  • Holley Terminator X-MAX EFI & Tanks Inc. 340-lph fuel setup
  • Tremec TKX 5-speed manual transmission with McLeod hydraulic clutch
  • Mopar 8.75-inch sure grip rear differential w/ 3.23 gears
  • QA1 front cradle with rack-and-pinion steering & front coilovers
  • QA1 rear 4-link suspension with coilovers
  • 4-wheel Wilwood power disc brakes (6-piston front / 4-piston rear)
  • US Car Tool subframe connectors, torque boxes, & chassis bracing
  • 18-inch American Racing Groove wheels (8" front / 10" rear)
  • Falken RT660 tires (245/40R18 front / 295/40R18 rear)
  • Refinished Tuxedo Black exterior with matte black rear stripe
  • Ringbrothers billet hood hinges, Holley LED headlights & Digitails LED taillights
  • Sparco GT bucket seats trimmed in custom leather and suede
  • Hurst woodgrain pistol-grip shifter & Billet Specialties steering wheel
  • Dakota Digital gauge cluster & Vintage Air climate control
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