In the 1975 film “Moonrunners,” audiences were introduced to a Southern family that was known for its quick wit, long drawls and, of course, moonshine. Director Gy Waldron loved Country Music Hall of Famer Waylon Jennings’ narration as The Balladeer so much that he kept the Country crooner in the same role for an inspired television series he was working on called “The Dukes of Hazzard.” Jennings’ voice became integral to the show, including the “Good Ol’ Boys” theme song. However, when most of us think of the series, our first thought looks something like our Pick of the Day. This 1969 Dodge Charger General Lee replica is currently offered on ClassicCars.com by a private seller in Spokane, Washington.
Roughly 300 Dodge Chargers were destroyed over the show’s six-year, seven-season run. At a certain point, there were so many Chargers being bought and destroyed that the General Lee inadvertently caused a Dodge Charger shortage, putting the show in a bit of a bind. Eventually, the production company began to buy AMC Ambassadors and modify them to resemble the Charger as much as possible.
Painted in its iconic Hemi Orange hue with correct decals, and complemented by its grille guard and 10-spoke American Racing Vector mags, this West Coast Charger looks like it comes directly from Hazzard County. This example is presented with the iconic “Dixie” horn, ensuring you make an entrance at your next moonshine delivery or car cruise.
After a quick escape on foot, the driver and passenger could jump through the windows (or use the doors, but that’s no fun) and settle into the tan vinyl bucket seats. After admiring the wood-rimmed steering wheel and woodgrain trim for a moment, you can slam the console shifter into Drive and peel out while escaping Sheriff Roscoe P. Coltrane and Flash. Instrumentation includes a pair of under-dash auxiliary gauges to help you maintain smooth operation (and keep Cooter off your back).
This replica is powered by a rebuilt 440ci V-8 (sourced from a 1968 Charger R/T) mated to a rebuilt three-speed automatic transmission. The engine features a rebuilt Edelbrock four-barrel carburetor and aluminum radiator. Driven 2,000 miles since a total rebuild, the drivetrain has been serviced every 150 miles on the dot.
Underneath is a “performance handling package” installed by the seller, who claims this muscle car “handles like a modern-day sports car.” This is needed in case you’re running moonshine in one of the 47 dry counties that exist in the United States today.
After a 2½-year build where everything was either rebuilt, restored, or replaced, this 1969 Dodge Charger General Lee replica can be yours for $125,000. Just make sure ol’ Boss Hogg doesn’t get his hands on it, ya hear?
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