Immortalized in Steve McQueen’s Bullitt, the Dodge Charger remains one of the most iconic American automobiles. With its aggressive full-width grille, hidden headlights, and signature flying-buttress roof pillars, the Charger exudes menace even at a standstill while its sculpted profile, recessed tail panel, and upturned rear deck embody the boldest design cues of late-1960s Americana. In a remarkable convergence of design and performance, the Charger emerged alongside one of America’s greatest engines, the NASCAR-bred 426-cubic-inch Hemi V-8—a pairing that forged an enduring icon in muscle car legend.

Constructed at Dodge’s Hamtramck Assembly Plant—known locally as “Dodge Main”—in Michigan on 18 October 1968, this early production Dodge Charger R/T Hemi left the factory as it appears today, finished in code F8 Dark Green Metallic with a black vinyl roof and transverse R/T stripe over black vinyl trim. Boasting a mighty 426-cubic-inch V-8, the car was further specified with numerous go-fast options, including a heavy-duty 727 TorqueFlite automatic transmission, Super Trak Pak Dana 60 rear axle with 4.10:1 Sure Grip differential, power front disc brakes, and high-capacity, 26-inch radiator. Obviously intended to look as good as it drove, the car was also equipped with bucket seats and a center console, as well as a light package, drip-rail and beltline brightwork, variable wipers, and a Music Master AM radio.

Now sporting the hallmarks of a complete restoration to factory specifications and having been confirmed to retain its numbers-matching engine and transmission, the car is accompanied by its original broadcast sheet, 1969 Dodge Charger owner’s manual, warranty booklet, and history report from Mopar guru Galen Govier.

A pillar of American muscle car lore, this Dodge Charger R/T Hemi, superbly documented and restored to exacting factory specifications, represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire one of the most iconic and enduring designs in automotive history.