Along comes a luxury car that everyone can own. Like all the new Chargers (there are 4 of them). 770 is an unbelievable car.
Because no 5-seater in Australia so much for offers so much for so little money. Because no other car is so today. Perfect for a fun-loving family or carefree bachelor. Proof?
Take a look at 770's fresh, today styling.
Swept-back looks on a wide, wide track — plus a rear spoiler. Neatly set off by styled sport road wheels and trim rings: a sports filler cap: dual chromed exhausts. Plus rear bumper over-riders, vinyl roof and side trim and quartz-halogen driving lamps up front. All standard.
On the luxury side, settle into 770's high-backed reclining buckets, done in a wide selection of supple vinyl. The body-hugging shape and lumbar support pads keep you comfortably in place.
Look around. There's wood-grain fascia on the instrument panel. A 3-spoke soft-grip sports steering wheel. Ventless glass. Padded door trim, carpeted floors, tachometer. And many other luxury features.
We've done something big under the bonnet, too. There's a range of 2 Hemi Sixes and a 318 V8 to choose from. Including a new high-performance Hemi 265 2-barrel with split exhaust and an un-silenced air cleaner. Plus performance equipment like a 3.23: 1 rear axle ratio, power-assisted front disc brakes and radial ply tyres all round.
Transmission: Choose from floor-mounted manual shift, or console-mounted Torqueflite automatic.
By the way. We're serious about that "many other luxury features" mentioned above.
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The dream car you can afford. (Whether you're young, young-at-heart, single or married.)
That's the incredible thing about the new Chargers. With their swept-back styling, rear spoiler and wide stance, they say 'young car'.
But with their 5-passenger roominess they also say 'family-car'. Fact is, there's a Charger for everybody! Charger XL comes with high-backed front buckets that recline. specially contoured and supported to fight road fatigue, and to cradle you in the corners.
There's a light in the boot, and a vinyl gear-shift boot. The door garnish trim and full carpet come standard. There are seat belts for everybody (retractable in the front), plus front-door and rear quarter armrests. A day/night prismatic mirror, and a remote controlled exterior mirror.
Standard power is our proven (by millions of owner-miles) Hemi 245. You get V8-calibre performance, with the economy of a six. Optional: our new Hemi 265. And you can select from manual or Torqueflite automatic transmissions.
Whatever your decision, you stop on front disc brakes. (About the best brakes you can buy. Excellent fade resistance; no problem if they get wet.)
Outside, the looks are set of with 6.95 whitewall tyres and wheel trim rings, plus chrome sill and wheel arch mouldings. And the optional bar-stripes on the XL on the can be dealer fitted.
The car you've always hoped for at a price that makes it happen. Charger is our lowest priced model. But you'd never believe it.
You get that smoothly raked roof on a wide track. (The widest in its class.) You get square headlights and a rear spoiler. Flush-fitting door handles and a unique tail-light treatment. You get it all at an unbelievable low price. An interior that's big enough for 5 adults. Yet a wheelbase of only 105". (So Chargers small enough to let you breeze around town and park easily. A Hemi 215 engine that's absolutely content with standard petrol. You'll save about 3 cents per gallon.)
Hign-backed buckets with integral head restraints. A two-spoke sports steering wheel. An ignition column lock, with a 2-way reversible key to make life simple And a floor-mounted hand-brake, right at your fingertips.
The list goes on and on, which is why we call Charger unbelievable.
You get heater/ demister, plus remote-controlled ventilation. Standard reversing lights and a long list of safety featres.
As you can see, Charger leaves a lot of high priced cars behind. Which is just what we intended.
Suddenly other performance cars look like early-50's models.
There's no mistaking what R/T is all about.
Not with its side stripes styled road wheels, and black spoiler stripe. Not with its optional black bonnet patches and bumble-dee tender stripes.
It's a pure performance mechanism.
And the new 265 Hemi 2-barrel eliminates any doubt!
But if you're a tough man to convince, we have the clincher. Our optional high-performance Hemi 265 Six-Pack, with 3 (yes, three) 2-barrel Weber carbs.
Both versions breathe through unsilenced air cleaners. The standard engine exhales through a split exhaust.
And the Six Pack has a full-tube extractor system with dual outlets.
The exhaust extension is chromed.
There's a black stripe on the rear deck, and on the side. The quartz halogen driving lights are flush with the grille. And the 6 1/2 styled sports wheels are wrapped in 185 radials.
Sit back in the standard high-backed buckets. There's new built-in support for your back. Thick layers of cushioning.
Notice the tachometer and complete bank of instruments. Feel how the sports shifter conforms beautifully to your hand. Try the dual sports horns.
Check the matte black rearview mirror housing (to eliminate glare). And the matching black trim on the doors, around the windscreen.
Now, get down on your jeans for an illuminating look underneath. You'll find a sway bar. And torsion-dar suspension to soak up road shock. (Charger R/T handles like a dream).
On top of all that, there's a Track Pack available for the ultimate in performance. And an R/T Dress-Up Pack as well.
But driving is believing.
The thing that makes Charger so unbelievable is all that you get for the low price. Here's a partial list of features for all 4 models, number-keyed where illistrated.
CHARGER Engines and Transmissions: Standard 215 cu. in. Hemi (13). Optional 245 cu. in. Hemi (14). 3-speed manual transmission, or optional column mounted TorqueFlite automatic. General: Square headlights (8). Integral spoiler. Painted roof-side louvres. Exterior rear-view mirror. Reversing lights. Flush-fitting door handles. Windshield washers. 2-speed wipers. 6.95 tyres.Torsion bar suspension. 5.5" double-sided safety rims. Silent anti-burst door locks. Seat belts. 'High-backed bucket' seats. Integral headrests. Remote-control ventilation. Floor mounted hand-brake (6). Heater/demister. 360° energy-absorbing steering column. Ignition column lock with 2-way reversible key.
CHARGER XL Engines and Transmissions: Standard 245 cu. in. Hemi (14). Optional 265 cu. in. Hemi (15). Floor-mounted 3-speed manual or column-mounted automatic transmission. General: Wheel arch mouldings. Special XL badgework. Wheel trim rings. Painted roof-side louvres. Sill mouldings. Whitewall tyres. Disc Brakes (3). Vinyl gearshift boot (12). Boot lamp. Carpets. Remote-control exterior rearview mirror (9). Pivoting rear 1/4 glass. Prismatic rear-view mirror. Reclining bucket seats. Retractable belts (7).
CHARGER 770 Engines and Transmissions: Standard 265 cu. in. High Performance Hemi (16.).Unsilenced air cleaner. Split exhaust. Optional 265 cu. in. 6-barrel Hemi, Weber carburettors (10). 3-speed floor mounted manual (12) or console-mounted automatic (5) transmission. Optional 318 cu. in. V8 (17). General: Dual chromed exhaust. Optional strobe stripe. Vinyl round windows and on roof quarter. Quartz halogen driving lamps (8). Styled sport road wheels (2). Sports fuel filler cap (4). Rear over-riders. Sway bar. Radial ply tyres. Power brake booster. 3.23:1 rear axle ratio. Dual sport horns. Glove box lamp/lock. Ash receiver lamp. Vanity mirror. Woodgrain instrument panel including tachometer (1). Carpet. Padded door garnish. 3-sooke steering wheel with monolithic foam rim (1). Sports gearshift knob (12). Ventless glass. Reclining buckets with integral headrests. Floor level lighting.
The thing that makes Charger so unbelievable is all that you get for the low price. Here's a partial list of features for all 4 models, number-keyed where illistrated.
CHARGER R/T Engines and Transmissions: Standard 265 cu. in. High Performance Hemi (16).Unsilenced air cleaner, split exhaust. Optional 265 cu. in. 6-barrel Hemi, Weber carburettors (10). Dual extractor system. Floor mounted 3-speed manual (12). General Painted side and rear deck stripes. Painted rear panel. Sports filler (4). Wide styled sport wheels (2). Quartz halogen driving lamps (8). Full Sports instrument cluster (11). Sports gearshift knob (12). Black door garnish and rearview mirror. Dual sports horns. Pivoting rear-quarter glass. 6.5" wide rims. Sway bar. 3.23:1 rear axle ratio. 185 radial ply tyres.
OPTIONAL CHARGER DRESS-UP PACK Consists of carpet, pivoting rear quarter glass, instrument panel applique, rear quarter arm rests and wheel trim rings.
OPTIONAL R/T DRESS-UP PACK Consists of reclining bucket seats, full carpeting, instrument panel applique, 3-spoke soft-grip sports steering wheel (1).
OPTIONAL TRACK PACK (R/T) Available as an addition to Hemi 265 High Performance engine. Consists of 16:1 steering ratio, Sure-Grip rear axle, finned rear drum brakes, and a proportioning valve on the brake system to pre-vent pressure overload on rear wheel Disc-brake dust shields and rear wheel brake adjusters are deleted.
FACTORY INSTALLED OPTIONS In addition to the engine and transmission options, the following equipment is available: Air conditioning (770 and XL only) Hood patches and fender stripes (R/T only). Disc brakes for Charger with 215 engine (3). Power brake boosters (Charger, XL and R/T). Centre seat armrests (for automatic Charger 215 only). Sure-Grip rear axle, 3.23 : 1 ratio (for R/T and 770 6-cyl. models). Power steering (for automatic transmission XL and 770). Strobe stripe and perforated sill mouldings (standard on 770 with optional 6-pack engine.)
DEALER INSTALLED ACCESSORIES: For even more comfort and convenience, select from the following equipment at your Chrysler/Valiant Dealers. Tape player. Mopar radios. Styled wheels (6.50 x 14"). Wheel trims. Power brakes. Hood ornament. Exhaust extensions. Cool cushions. Glove box lamp. Boot lamp package. Engine hood air scoops. Helper springs. Tow bar. Fuel tank locking cap. Door weathershield. Sun shades. Trailer lamp connector.Insect screens. Mud flaps.
Exterior Dimensions: Wheelbase 105". Overall length 179.5". Overall width 74.2". Overall height 54.1". Front Track 58.32". Rear Track 58.72" (All Models except for R/T and Charger 770). Front Track 59.32". Rear Track 59.72" (R/T and Charger 770).
Weight (Estimated): Approx. 2,930 lbs. (unladen, but with petrol and oil).
Transmission: Manual 3 speed all synchromesh gearbox. Shift lever floor mounted all models (except 215 Charger). Gear Ratios (All models except R/T and 770) 1st, 2.95 : 1; 2nd, 1.69 : 1; 3rd, 1.00 : 1; Reverse, 3.67 : 1. R/T and 770 Ratios (except 6 pack) 1st, 2.71 : 1; 2nd, 1.55 : 1; 3rd, 1.00 : 1; Reverse, 3.67 : 1. R/T and 770 with 6 Pack Ratios, 1st, 2.50 : 1; 2nd, 1.43 : 1; 3rd, 1.00 : 1; Reverse 3.37 : 1.
Automatic: Torqueflite - Torque Converter coupled to 3 speed epicyclic transmission - manual over-ride on 1st and 2nd gears. Gear selector lever and quadrant on steering column except on Charger 770 where a floor console selector lever is provided.
Rear Axle: Hypoid semi floating type. Two-pinion differential with integral carrier. Ratio 3.23 : 1 (with Hemi 215, 265 H.P. and 6 pack) or 2.92 : 1 (with Hemi 245, 265 or 318 V8) sure grip differential housing preloaded friction cones, available with 3.23 : 1 ratio on R/T and Charger 770.
Brakes: Dual master cylinder with separate front and rear brake circuits. 11" ventilated front disc brakes with floating head caliper standard (option with Hemi 215 engine). Power assisted front disc brakes standard on Charger 770. 9" diameter duo-servo drum brakes rear (standard front brakes with Hemi 215). Shoe clearance adjusts automatically during reverse stops. Swept disc/drum area 481.8 sq. ins. Cable operated hand-brake, floor mounted on driver's side.
Wheels and Tyres: Pressed steel with double-sided safety rims. Rim width 5.50". (Charger and Charger XL), 6.50" R/T and Charger 770. 6.95 x 14 4 ply tyres standard (Charger and XL). 185 x 14 sports radial tyres standard on Charger R/T and 770 (except with 6 pack). 6 pack equipped cars have ER70H 14 Radials as standard equipment.
Suspension: Independent front suspension with chromium alloy steel torsion bars. 4-leaf longitudinal rear springs with double action telescopic shock absorbers. Sway bar standard on R/T and 770.
Fuel System/Capacity: Mechanical pump with tank and "in line" filter. Tank capacity 17.5 gallons.
Instrumentation: Speedometer. Odometer. Ammeter. Tachometer (R/T and 770). Fuel gauge. Oil pressure gauge (R/T only). Oil pressure warning light. Water temperature gauge. Braking system and hand brake warning light. High beam warning light. Turn signal indicators.
Steering Gear: High efficiency recirculating ball type. Ratio 20 : 1. Power steering option 15.7 : 1.
Clutch: Diaphragm spring with pressure plate, 9½" driving disc. Heavy duty clutch with 265 H.P. engine. Dual disc clutch with 6 pack engines.
Colour Information: As colour and trim availability differs between models, separate literature is available.
Comfort/Convenience Items: Charger standard equipment includes: High back front bucket seats. Centre cushion armrest standard with 245 automatic equipped cars. New reversible key for doors and steering column/ignition locks. Ash trays front and rear. New remote controlled fresh flow ventilation. Interior courtesy light. New driver's-side floor mounted ratchet type hand brake. Coat hooks. Cigar Lighter. Door courtesy light switches. New quiet door locks. Padded arm rests. Finger tip horn tabs. Extensive sound insulation. Standard heater/demister. New mini push-button seat belts in all seating positions. In addition to the Charger standard equipment listed above, the following equipment is provided on Charger XL:
Charger XL: Trunk compartment lamp. Carpet floor covering. Reclining high back luxury bolstered front bucket seats, with centre cushion armrest—(automatic). Prismatic rear-vision mirror. Seat belt retractors. Remote control exterior rear-view mirror.
In addition Charger 770 offers the following equipment. Wood grain instrument panel with tachometer. Monolithic foam rimmed sports 3 spoke steering wheel with centre horn pad. Power assisted disc brakes. Glove box lamp. Ash receiver lamp. Floor mounted console with selector when auto-transmission is specified. Quartz halogen driving lamps. Sway bar. Rear bumper over-riders. Floor lighting. Vanity mirror.
The following equipment is standard on Charger R/T. Full sports instrument cluster with tachometer and oil pressure gauge. Choice of two styles of high backed bucket seats with integral headrests. Dual sport horns. Modified suspension with sway bar.
Safety Features: Standard seat belts, all passenger locations. Retractable front lap and sash seat belts, Charger XL, R/T and 770. Standard 360˚ energy absorbing steering column. Standard heater/demister. Standard dual master cylinder braking system—front discs standard (optional with 215 Hemi). Standard cable operated hand brake, floor mounted with warning light. Standard steering column/ignition lock. Standard flush fitting door handles—side impact protected—non over-ride. Standard power operated windscreen washers. Standard padded steering wheel hub. Standard two-speed windscreen wipers. Standard non-glare windscreen wiper arms and blades. Standard safety padded sunvisors. Standard padded armrest/door handles with soft knob window regulators. Standard cushioned instrument panel (all controls behind steering wheel). Standard break-away interior rear-view mirror. Standard reversing lamps. Standard anti-glare instrument panel. Standard double engine hood latch with interior release handle. Standard safety-glass toughened windshield. Standard double-sided safety wheel rims. Standard "anti-pollution" positive crankcase ventilation. Standard fusible link wiring. Standard variable instrument panel lighting. Standard radiator push button pressure release valve. Standard solid unibody construction. Quartz halogen long distance driving lamps (R/T and Charger 770).
| ENGINES Details | HEMI 215 SIX Charger (std.) |
HEMI 245 SIX Charger XL (std.) Charger (opt.) |
HEMI 265 SIX Charger XL (opt.) |
HEMI 265 (HP) SIX Charger 770 (std.) Charger R/T (std.) |
| Displacement | 215 cu. in. | 245 cu. in. | 265 cu. in. | 265 cu. in. |
| Max. bhp @ rpm | 140 @ 4,400 | 165 @ 4,400 | 203 @ 4,800 | 218 @ 4,800 |
| Max. torque: lb./ft. @ rpm | 200 @ 1,800 | 235 @ 1,800 | 262 @ 2,000 | 273 @ 3,000 |
| Taxable horsepower (Aust.) | 29.7 | 33.9 | 36.7 | 36.7 |
| Compression Ratio | 8.0 : 1 | 9.5 : 1 | 9.5 : 1 | 9.5 : 1 |
| Bore x Stroke | 3.52" x 3.68" | 3.76" x 3.68" | 3.91" x 3.68" | 3.91" x 3.68" |
| Valves | Overhead | Overhead | Overhead | Overhead |
| Crankshaft | 7-bearing | 7-bearing | 7-bearing | 7-bearing |
| Tappets | Hydraulic (self-adjusting) | Hydraulic (self-adjusting) | Hydraulic (self-adjusting) | Hydraulic (self-adjusting) |
| Choke | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
| Carburettor | Single 1-bbl down-draught | Single 1-bbl down-draught | Single 2-bbl down-draught | Single 2-bbl down-draught |
| Exhaust System | Single outlet | Single outlet | Single outlet | Single outlet split manifold |
| Air Cleaner | Dry - paper element | Dry - paper element | Dry - paper element | Dry - paper element |
| Alternator | 35 Amp | 35 Amp | 35 Amp | 35 Amp |
| Recommended Fuel | Standard | Super | Super | Super |
| ENGINES Details | FIREBALL 318 V8 Charger 770 (opt.) |
HEMI 265 SIX BBL (Street "6" Pack) Charger 770 (opt.) Charger R/T (opt.) |
HEMI 265 SIX BBL (Track "6" Pack) Charger R/T(opt.) |
| Displacement | 318 cu. in. | 265 cu. in. | 265 cu. in. |
| Max. bhp @ rpm | 230 @ 4,400 | 248 @ 4,800 | 280 @ 5,000 |
| Max. torque: lb./ft. @ rpm | 340 @ 2,400 | 306 @ 3,400 | 318 @ 3,700 |
| Taxable horsepower (Aust.) | 48.9 | 36.7 | 36.7 |
| Compression Ratio | 9.2 : 1 | 9.7 : 1 | 10.0 : 1 |
| Bore x Stroke | 3.91" x 3.31" | 3.91" x 3.68" | 3.91" x 3.68" |
| Valves | Overhead | Overhead | Overhead |
| Crankshaft | 5-bearing | 7-bearing | 7-bearing |
| Tappets | Hydraulic (self-adjusting) | Hydraulic (self-adjusting) | Hydraulic (self-adjusting) |
| Choke | Automatic | Manual | Manual |
| Carburettor | Single 2-bbl down-draught | 3 x 2-bbl side-draught | 3 x 2-bbl side-draught |
| Exhaust System | Single outlet | Dual outlet Extractors | Dual outlet Extractors |
| Air Cleaner | Dry - paper element | Dry - paper element | Dry - paper element |
| Alternator | 35 Amp | 35 Amp | 35 Amp |
| Recommended Fuel | Super | Super | Super |
