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The video delves into the unique characteristics and historical significance of the 1983-1987 Dodge Charger, which was produced on the L platform and distinguished from the Dodge Omni and Plymouth Horizon. Notable upgrades included enhanced performance features by Carroll Shelby, resulting in a limited production of 1,000 units with distinct specifications like Koni struts, leather interiors, and turbo engines producing 175 horsepower. Despite its under-2,500-pound weight and moderate speed stats, the car remains appreciated for its affordability and reliability, with parts readily available through various aftermarket suppliers and forums. The speaker also recounts personal experiences with the car's maintenance and emphasizes its lasting legacy in automotive history. The video concludes with an invitation for viewer engagement.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the Dodge Charger model produced from 1983 to 1987 based on the L platform. They explain it’s different from the Dodge Omni and Plymouth Horizon, despite sharing the same platform. In 1988, the Charger production stopped, but Shelby bought a thousand units to enhance their performance. These cars, distinct from the 1986 Dodge Omni, were only available in black, featured leather-wrapped steering wheels, sunroofs, air conditioning, and power steering. Performance upgrades over the base Charger included Koni struts and shocks, and a modified speedometer indicating speeds up to 135 mph. The 1983-87 Charger is unique as the only front-wheel drive model produced, featuring a standard five-speed transmission and an upgraded turbo engine making 175 horsepower. This configuration provided a good power band, making it an enjoyable street car.
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In this part of the video, the presenter discusses a classic car weighing under 2,500 pounds, highlighting its performance and market value. Despite not being the fastest, it still feels quick by today’s standards. Originally priced at $12,995 in the 80s, it equates to about $30,000 today. Performance specs suggest a 0-60 mph time between 6.7 to 6.95 seconds and a quarter-mile time from 14.7 to 15.3 seconds. With a compression ratio of 8.5:1 and a max boost of 12 psi, the car remains competitive. The rarity of the model, with only 1,000 units produced, doesn’t greatly affect parts availability thanks to several aftermarket suppliers like Front Wheel Drive Performance, Turbo Dodge, and Turbo Unleashed. Enthusiasts can find more info and parts on forums using keywords like Shelby Dodge or Turbo Dodge. While not common, the market offers affordable options from $4,000 for a driver-quality car to $8,000 for show-quality. The presenter notes that these cars are hard to find in marketplaces, but affordable ones or parts cars can still be spotted occasionally.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses a limited edition car, highlighting its specific number out of a thousand and mentioning a notable signature from Carol Shelby. The modifications on this mostly stock vehicle include a 2.5-inch catalyst exhaust and a manual boost controller. The speaker notes that, despite their age, these cars are relatively reliable but can have issues like weather stripping, shifter bushings, and head gasket problems. The speaker’s friend experienced valve damage in the head but resolved it by replacing the head, and they also fixed a leaky oil pan together. The speaker emphasizes that these cars offer significant fun and value, representing an important piece of Mopar and Shelby history, even though they are hard to find. Finally, the speaker invites viewers to comment, like, and subscribe.