Classic Carlectables 18722 1/18 VJ Charger XL - Sunfire Yellow Diecast Car

In March of 1973 Chrysler released the VJ Charger which was a mild face-lift of the popular VH Charger.
Selling large family cars was proving difficult and profits were falling. This effected the amount of money available to give the VJ Series a significant restyle, thus leaving the styling team the challenging task of creating a new look, whilst keeping within the tight budgetary restrictions.

The exterior upgrade was limited to a new grille with round headlights and modified tail lights. The interior gained a new dash pad and instrument panel, plus revised seat and trim patterns. The Charger R/T race programme was over, so to counter the deletion of the R/T, Chrysler advised customers they could ‘build an R/T’ by using the E48 Six Pack Hemi 265 engine option and the A54 sports package. This provided a unique instrument panel and tachometer (like the E55) and three spoke sports steering wheel. The metal sports wheel rims were standard but the 7-inch ROH alloys were a popular option.

Subtle side stripes that ran from the centre of the driver’s door, along the side, to encircle the Charger badge on the rear fender replaced the R/T’s bold stripes. At the rear, a stripe divided into six sections, ran from the ducktail spoiler up around the top of the rear window and back. The Six Pack decals were replaced by a yellow Six Pack badge on the front guard.

Item includes certificate with individual production number.

Specification

• Scale: 1:18
• Type: Road Cars
• Limited Edition Quantity: 600