1971 Dodge Challenger

VIN JH27LB200001

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$79,500.00 price reduced for quick sale !! on 3/20/2026 it wont last long now call us before its gone !! 619-451-2130

Possible one of the nicest Highly Optioned, 1971 Dodge Challenger Convertibles I have ever had the privilege of representing, with a Big Block to boot this 383 V8 has plenty of power of your cruising pleasure, coupled to a smooth shifting automatic transmission, and loaded with convenience options like AC ,Automatic, Power Steering/brakes and Windows to name a few , you simply cannot go wrong here. I have enjoyed driving it while we’ve had it and taken to many cruise nights and its always a hit. It was shown at the La Jolla Concours D’ Elegance in 2017 .

It was later on display at the San Diego Automotive Museum during one of its Muscle Car Themed Displays to show of a Rare Example for the Mopar Brand. Take a look at its options list below, a few items I personally have never even seen are Factory Original to this car. Finished in its original color combinations this show winning example is now available for sale after many years of cared for a babied stewardship.

1971 Dodge Challenger
Special Order L-Code 383 Cl Big Block
• 1 of 127 built with engine and transmission combination
• Vin serial sequence no. 200001
• Original broadcast sheet
• Fender tag verified factory original options
• Torqueflite automatic transmission
• Hemi Orange with Black interior
• 6-way bucket seats with console
• Power brakes
• Power steering
• Power windows
• White power top
• Air conditioning
• Factory luggage rack
• Light package
• Tinted windshield
• Variable speed wipers
• Cruise control</center>

Letter from Galen V. Govier to the owner back in 1993…

Dear Steve,
I have enclosed a decoding of your 1971 Challenger Convertible.
Also enclosed is a list of the Basic Car Prices/ Accessory
Groups, along with the list of 1971 Challenger production figures and MSRP Prices.
If you haven't noticed by now, your Challenger is the 100001'st car at Hamtramack not the 1st!
The 1st vehicle at that plant is 100001, from there it goes up and when it gets to yours it is 200001. That means there were roughly 100000 vehicles built at that plant before yours! They built Dusters, Darts, Valiants, Barracuda's & Challengers at that plant! Some people think that the serial number grew with the model, as if the 15th car built was the 15th Challenger, or it was the 15th Duster, etc.
But in reality, it was the 15th vehicle built at that plant! Not just Challenger's.

Keep the Faith,
Galen V. Govier

1971 DODGE Challenger Convertible <center>
R36 V7W 26 EN2
+ L31 M91 N95 P31 P37 +
C62 G15 G36 H51 J25 L25
V3W UA01 B51 C16 C55
EV2 H6X9 000 B02 021968
E61 D32 JH27 L1B 200001

The Fender Tag is read from Left to Right, and Bottom to Top
E61 = 383 1-2BBL 275hp V8 Engine (current engine in vehicle is not the original engine , but yes it was ordered with a 383 from the Factory !! )
D32 = A727 Torqueflite Automatic Transmission
JH = DODGE Challenger
27 = Convertible
L = 383 1-2BBL 275hp V8 Engine
1 = 1971 Model Year G-SERIES
B = Hamtramck, MI Assembly Plant
200001 = Assembly Plant Sequential Number

EV2 = HEMI Orange HIGH IMPACT Body Paint
H = High Grade Trim
6 = Vinyl Bucket Front Seats
000 = Full Upper Door Panels
B02 = Monday November 02, 1970 Scheduled Production Date
021968 = Vehicle Order Number

HEMI Orange HIGH IMPACT Body Paint
Black Interior
V3W = White Convertible Top
U = Build to Specifications for: U.S.A.
A01 = Light Package
B51 = Power Brakes
C16 = Console
C55 = Bucket Seats

C62 = 6-Way Adjustable Seat
G15 = Tinted Glass WINDSHIELD ONLY
G36 = LH Remote/RH Manual Painted Racing Mirrors
H51 = Air Conditioning
J25 = Variable Speed Windshield Wipers
L25 = Trunk Light

L31 = Fender Mounted Turn Signal
M91 = Luggage Rack
N95 = Nitrous Oxide Emission Control
P31 = Power Windows
P37 = Power Convertible Top
R36 = AM/FM Multiplex Stereo w/Cassette Player
V7W = White Longitudinal PAINT Accent Stripe
26 = 26" Radiator Diameter
EN2 = End Of Fender ASSEMBLY LINE 2
Decoded by: Galen V. Govier

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Details about this vehicle - decoded from the VIN & CLASSIC.COM curators. Contact the seller for specifics about this listing.

Year
1971
Make
Dodge
Model Family
Challenger
Model Generation
1st Gen
Model Variant
Base Model
Model Trim
-
VIN
JH27LB200001
Mileage
5,000 mi TMU
Originality
Original & Highly Original
Engine
383ci V8 (L-Code)
Transmission
Automatic
Drive Type
Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)
Vehicle Type
Automobile
Body Style
Convertible
Driver Side
LHD
Doors
2 Doors
Color Group (Ext)
Orange
Color Group (Int)
Black

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Precious Metals: Fine Motorcars of San Diego

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Precious Metals Fine Motorcars of San Diego is a premier classic car dealership with over 35 years of experience in the automotive industry. the dealership specializes in the sales, acquisitions, and restoration of classic, vintage, exotic, performance, and muscle cars. With a commitment to integrity and customer satisfaction, Precious Metals offers services such as consignment sales, auction management, and historical research to ensure the authenticity and value of each vehicle.

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