Test Drive 1968 Dodge Charger SOLD FAST $54,900 Maple Motors

[@TC-eo5eb]

Just for kicks from memory lane. I was 17 years old in 1975 and bought my first car, a 1969 Dodge Charger 383 Magnum 4 speed car with 56,000 miles for $1,200. I owned it for a couple of years and sold it for $1,000. I still have the handwritten bill of sale for $1,000 and the build sheet from under the back seat cushion.

[@Warrior_Resisting_Colonialism]

As a car (as in something used for just commuting in, not just a toy), what did you think of it back then?

[@elijah2078]

The 318 engines aren't world beater performers, but they are a great engine and the longest running production V8 engine in American automotive history. They have always sounded great with the right exhaust set up.

[@gfgranja]

Here in Brazil still is the biggest production engine ever made, 69' to 81'

[@scottfavire6589]

The longest running v8 in American automotive history is the Chevy small block 350, not the Chrysler 318.

[@elijah2078]

@@scottfavire6589 Chyrsler small block 318 1957-2002 Chevy small block 350 1967-2003

[@elijah2078]

@@user-qr7ee2cp4y Chrysler 318 1957-2002 GM 350 1967-2003 Chrysler also produced a 350 in 1958.

[@phillipanderson2607]

Beautiful car. B 5 blue 💙. Can you believe that they had a option for a slant six for this car from the factory. At least it is stock. Probably numbers matching. They don't make chargers like this anymore. So it is rare in it on respect 😊 Mopar magic 🎩.

[@randylenart9674]

Nice car with 318 with 440 price tag

[@jasonbornne7767]

440s are $100,000+

[@davidkoon767]

EXACTLY

[@pmscalisi]

@@jasonbornne7767😂😂😂

[@koolkatkustomdiecast801]

440 car is six figures

[@koolkatkustomdiecast801]

Gas gauge fix $20

[@RonLaw82]

I probably can’t afford anything you sell, but I enjoy coming to the comments to watch all the experts who also can’t afford give their opinion on why YOUR PRICES ARE YOUR PRICES. I just enjoy looking at the cars and when I hit the lottery you’re my first stop

[@def1791]

If I ever hit the lottery I’m going to a Barrett Jackson event and get a nice car.

[@Warrior_Resisting_Colonialism]

@@def1791 You can't drive most of those though. Those are collector cars, where you set them in temperature control rooms and trailer them to events at most.

[@SigmaStoicGemini]

I'd put this Charger easily in the top 10 nicest cars Maple Motors has ever had. Really clean condition, nice color combo, and that exhaust sound is killer!!! 30K and it would already be sold......

[@josephwatson2711]

U can't buy a 68 charger body in that good of a shape for 10k

[@Warrior_Resisting_Colonialism]

They had to pay well over 30 for it hahaha

[@pjay6159]

I bet they gave 35k to get that car. Lookin for that 20 thousand dollar home run. Who wouldn't? They got overhead to keep bringing all the fresh inventory, that we love to look at. Nicely detailed videos take out any guesswork

[@mzaccagnini7179]

Wow it got a spare tire and the horn works!😊

[@rebelyankeesshow5686]

@@mzaccagnini7179 take you're bets?

[@jongiannino8150]

Yeah , trade those 2 for the fuel gauge not working 😂😂

[@josephgeorgeejr7039]

Amazing time capsule!! Work of art, relative to everything these days, price is good, but just a beautiful car!! Undercarriage definitely looks clean and very solid platform to take to next level! 318 is a great pure driver's motor, that engine will last another 56 years easily if taken care of!

[@MapleMotorsNickSouthgate]

Thank you very much

[@GMCTIM]

NOW THAT WOULD BE THE BEAST WITH THE 383 OR 440 !

[@PBuzay1]

Put one in

[@GMCTIM]

You must not have drove A 383 mag. Or it was very sick !

[@antoniohosino145]

HOW ABOUT A BARTON HEMI ????? PEEL TIRES LIKE ORANGES !!!

[@antoniohosino145]

HOW ABOUT A 392 DON GARLITS ALCOHOL HEMI SPECIAL , SEE YA LATER !!!

[@daytona3927]

@@antoniohosino145 Garlits does nitro.

[@mastergunnerysgt1258]

I truly like this 68 Charger because she was a head of her time, for she had head rests in her before 69. For this was when other makers did put them in until 69. Knot unless they where foreign of the time. For there are a few odds and ends today, but don't let that price scare you away, for she has been very well kept a long the way and I still love the body style that you see today.

[@MapleMotorsNickSouthgate]

I agree , Thank ya Sir

[@markdaughtry1674]

Nick, I watch your videos all the time and am a big Charger fan. There are some that are going for 55k, but I don’t think this is one of em. That said, keep up the good work. I hope to get to your store in the future!

[@mickeydudley5191]

Beautiful car, sounds great but big bucks for a318 car. Be ok if it was a 383 or 440.

[@tedhamilton2362]

A lotta $$$ for a 318 car...

[@mooosestang]

What i was thinking.

[@PBuzay1]

You know what a 440 would be?

[@bobsacamanno5123]

Congrats you earned the pin for price crybaby this go around.

[@teejay214]

dont knock a 318 with the right transmission, they can be a beast

[@jasonbornne7767]

A ‘68 Charger is a ‘68 Charger. It will sell quick.

[@jammer96]

Beautiful car in excellent condition ❤. With these cars you really can't be too picky about what you get anyway. The values on 68-70 Chargers are nuts. If this were a 440RT the price would be six figures easily.

[@nicholasbell79]

Dirty undercarriage. This is a driver, not a trailer queen. 30k car That said, I love the car and would drive it. Love to see your inventory

[@clarencewatkins1634]

$30,000 is about right!

[@MapleMotorsNickSouthgate]

I wish , it would be a total pile for $30k. Thats why this one sold as soon as it was posted

[@danielbrunner1081]

These 318‘s can be very spicy and fast motors if built correctly. I have one in my 69‘ satellite by myself but I also keep in mind the charger is heavier than a Plymouth. Still crazy prices for 68-70 chargers and they just rise and rise

[@markestes5948]

The price is too rich for me but Chargers are crazy money these days. It shouldn't last a week. But I thought the same about the '58 Impala and it's still there. I am offended that so many are hating on the 318. That '68 model had more power than later models.

[@GWPerry]

I was thinking 30K car There is someone out there that will give 50. It's worth what someone will pay.

[@jimmieclark9127]

Do some cleaning underneath and replace a few gaskets and a nice paint the same color you got a winner. Great job Nick and the Maple Motors crew

[@eddelp6807]

Yo Nick I've been watching you a long time I would not even think about giving you 55 grand for a 318 charger sorry brother

[@unboughtunbossed1841]

🙌 my all-time fave 💪 car!!! Bout time yall got another Charger in inventory

[@ronedee]

You can get a lot of car for 55k.

[@olskool3967]

it has the small TF6/904 Transmission down under,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

[@HowardMozingo]

It would be great but I would be afraid to drive it, I’ll take the 1966 Lemans , had one in 1971 😎🇺🇸

[@bruceallen6016]

A friend had a 69 Charger way back when. Same color but it was an R/T with a 440 Commando. That car was scary fast!

[@l.s.451]

Theres a sucker born every minute!😂

[@MapleMotorsNickSouthgate]

I'd like to see your 1968 Charger lol

[@l.s.451]

@MapleMotorsNickSouthgate 1969 Beep Beep,the horn has always worked.P.S. My dad didn't buy it for me.Vroom Vroom

[@MapleMotorsNickSouthgate]

Full of hate and rude comments lol I’ve always worked for everything I have. Nothing was ever given to me. I actually started working at the age of 12, cutting tree lines and cleaning cars so I could save up enough for my first mustang at the age of 15. Hopefully you can get a positive attitude or I’ll ban you from commenting on my channel

[@jamesoreily1472]

how come every time you go for gas you rev the engine and then shut it off , it's flooding it

[@rebelyankeesshow5686]

About time he gets a good mopar. Always chevelle this or camaro that. Its about that time lets go for a rideeeee

[@cisco6452]

I’ve seen RT’s go for $200k this is priced excellent ! Especially for the motor & color combination ! Should have been listed for $80k plus 👍🏽

[@MapleMotorsNickSouthgate]

you are correct and exactly why it sold so fast... Thanks for watching

[@JackDavenport-e3j]

I thought I'd see a 383 or 440 mag in it.

[@rik331]

At $55k, I did too.

[@jongiannino8150]

Me too …

[@danielliamoneill]

Ooooh, she's back after a few years. Looks great. Would be my first pick.

[@joepicker6554]

Nick is this the same 68 you passed when you were test driving the yellow 70 charger? That was always a great shot for all the charger people!

[@Thestaroftheshow88]

That iroc in the background was my first car....brand spanking new...in 86

[@ronmccormack9849]

So it's got rt stipes and a 318 25000 no more

[@andresgonzalez-pg7kj]

no way that low

[@scottthurman6135]

I agree...Has rust so could be a nightmare...Cancer?

[@mikekellogg57]

The rumble from this charger is the best, what a blast to hear love the style of these ....

[@joshuaburch6279]

This car was just for sale in Dunkirk NY for right around 30k. Quite the markup.

[@MapleMotorsNickSouthgate]

no it wasn't"t we have know the guy who owned it for years, wrong car sir

[@flakothabarber409]

it’s a 68 regardless i love it

[@speedyyt2699]

Just a good old boys. Never meanin no harm…..

[@blast4me754]

With the baby boomers getting too old to take care of them and the newer generations not really being into older cars you would think these cars would be cheaper.

[@HAL-dm1eh]

That only makes value increase as they become that much more of a treasure in the eyes of those who do appreciate them.

[@JoeFilardi]

hi this car is not worth $54.000 gas gauge does not work seats are rip and inside of or around door is not painted good.this car is worth $10.000 at least if you do sell it i wish you well ok.

[@justinstiff5641]

It's amazing what people are paying for certain year models and styles of cars. These guys know the rougher side of the classic car market and I bet money this car isn't on the lot more than a few weeks at most. I thought the same thing you said in your post many times on this channel and they seem to sell. Maple Motors does tend to sit on the 30,000 + range a lot longer seeing how the market gets smaller. Places like Vanguard classics with their 100% TurnKey resto-mod classics they tend to have a really high-end clientele of Rich boys and girls. The only people that can afford their cars are trust fund babies

[@l.s.451]

Original clock...priceless 😂

[@TobyBaker-hz3rw]

😂

[@l.s.451]

@@JoeFilardi Sold 😄

[@cisco6452]

Has been sold FAST, sorry to burst your bubble hehe 🥰

[@geraldwhalen2445]

Its only worth what someone is willing to pay. Kudos to Maple motors if they sell it !

[@MapleMotorsNickSouthgate]

We have sold it 5 years ago for the same price so 👍, just research 1968 Charger, you will be shocked how high these are.

[@Justn7883]

The verdict is out. A lot of money for this car.

[@MapleMotorsNickSouthgate]

it's spot on and sold fast

[@billkyle693]

I hate to complain but you skipped or edited out the part where you burn the wheels off of it!! I'm sure the rest of us would agree. Just kidding. Love the videos. :)

[@ChrisConnerSr]

Lift up the floor mat in the trunk

[@randyjennings6412]

As a Mopar man I can say most of these comments show people don’t know charged prices. If you want a nice 440 charger you better be willing to pay 80k. This is right on point for what a nice shape 318 charger with a fender tag is going for.

[@Warrior_Resisting_Colonialism]

Even at 80k an RT might not be this solid. Probably closer to 100k for an RT in equal shape.

[@rosskrause3926]

Makes me wish I kept my 68 Charger.

[@randyjennings6412]

@ 68 charger was always my dream car. I have a 70 Cuda which I love but I would give it up for a nice b-body these days.

[@vincegedeon6583]

Big car for only a 318 motor it would def need engine swap ASAP lol

[@blevins6584mopar]

Come on Nick. Just put the videos out stop it with the algorithm stuff 🤦

[@MapleMotorsNickSouthgate]

And risk having thousands more brought to the channel. No way gotta follow the rules of the algorithm

[@haroldbirge6881]

🏆😅​@@MapleMotorsNickSouthgate

[@blevins6584mopar]

@@MapleMotorsNickSouthgate That KZbin money has jaded you brother. I liked it more before the WKRP in Cincinnati voice. Hope you have a Merry Christmas

[@canucksdude]

What do you mean? Genuine question.

[@MapleMotorsNickSouthgate]

What lol the views sell the cars , if I didn’t strive for views the people wouldn’t come from all over the world. I think any normal person would want a decent amount of views to progress the channel. I have meetings with youtube over this exact topic. They wanted me to charge for memberships and lots of random things. If it was about money I would have done that. I told them to kick rocks on those ideas lol

[@Randy-ev8ig]

This DODGE is a beauty !!!!

[@bobbymckinney1264]

So nice my dad had a black 68 I would love to purchase this car from you thanks nick awesome video 😊

[@napoleonsolo7682]

That's a nice ride, Nick 👌

[@MapleMotorsNickSouthgate]

Thank you! Appreciate it

[@ChrisConnerSr]

Add front end alignment. I would check the tie rods and ball joints too

[@kevinhamblin951]

Now I want my mommy 😢 this car has the highest price of any vehicle this year at Maple Motors 😊

[@rickreese5794]

Fellas, it’s just Federal Reserve notes🤡🤷🏿‍♂️

[@ChrisConnerSr]

I think it needs a carburetor rebuild or adjusted perfectly. Maybe a complete tuneup.

[@lloydbellis7360]

Sounds awesome. Sweet ride. 😎😎😎👍👍👍

[@BigTess1000]

55K ? It will be there a while

[@Warrior_Resisting_Colonialism]

Yeah, 1 week max haha

[@BigTess1000]

@Warrior_Resisting_Colonialism yeah sure 🤣

[@Warrior_Resisting_Colonialism]

@@BigTess1000 This car is SOLID. Good luck buying a rusted shell for 25k and turning it into this for less. You can, so long as you have the welder and the skill.....but you're gunna be many, many, many hours to make it a car this level. MOST people are going to be ahead by just buying one, just like it, with everything all fixed and restored for 75k (or a big block for 100k+) This ones for the guy who knows he can fix it himself and save most of that. These cars are hot sellers. Whoever wants it, will need to act FAST. Another 10 years, these prices will seem like near free for solid chargers probably.

[@BigTess1000]

@Warrior_Resisting_Colonialism Wow really? None of us knew that. Thanks so much for enlightening us 🤣😂

[@Warrior_Resisting_Colonialism]

@@BigTess1000 Then why do you think it will be there awhile if you understand this? That doesn't make any sense.

[@bradf1467]

Yes, that is a fair price. If it was "perfect" the minimum price would be 75k, even with a 318. Damn Nick, they sure came out of the woodworks with their opinions on this one.

[@robertstevens1554]

@@bradf1467 you obviously do not know what your talking about

[@robertstevens1554]

@@bradf1467 not true

[@robertstevens1554]

Exactly...

[@susansmith3568]

You are always consistent Big block money For small block cars

[@MapleMotorsNickSouthgate]

big block car would be 70k, do your research. Thats exactly why this one sold so fast with multiple backups

[@susansmith3568]

Since when was a 318 a big block ?

[@MapleMotorsNickSouthgate]

Who said that?

[@LarryAugsburger]

That charger is a beast!!!!to bad it's not a stick shift!!!!!

[@MarkHolt-p4w]

You have to pay the price of admission. They sell for what the market will bear. This is a very rare car. No matter what is under the hood. Its still, a 68 charger. The LA series v8 engines from chrysler were workhorse engines. Its an investment machine. The value will appreciate if its cared for.

[@robertstevens1554]

@@MarkHolt-p4w its not rare..its a 318 se, rare is a RT with a Hemi..this is not worth 54 thou

[@MarkHolt-p4w]

@robertstevens1554 we shall see. Worth and price have no accountability in the value of someone wealthy enough to provide the funds.

[@MarkHolt-p4w]

And. I know what I'm talking about.

[@robertstevens1554]

@@MarkHolt-p4w thats actually true, but the value of the car still stands that it's not worth that much..I mean there are fomos out there..but for them to resell it they would be lucky to get 25 for it. Just the cost to make an RT clone in resto condition would be like another 40 to 50 grand.. not worth it.

[@josephperez5222]

For that price not bad I see a few things need to be done. Great car .

[@tonytrumble]

NICK!!! This is one beautiful Charger!! It'll sell quickly no doubt!!

[@MapleMotorsNickSouthgate]

you are correct , it sold pretty fast..

[@earlmarshall2236]

It nice car and the color is the one

[@jorgeechevarria5223]

Mi hermano tenía un carro de esos mismo. Con el motor 383. Wow que recuerdos.

[@timmiller9666]

I have a question for the people in the comments complaining about the price. Where are y’all finding 68 chargers anywhere near this condition for less than the price they’re asking?!?

[@justinstiff5641]

Thank you 😊

[@smiddlyrabone8900]

They NEVER say anything about the OIL build on the bottom of the Motor or Tranny.

[@Warrior_Resisting_Colonialism]

They're NOT hahaha and they're not even trying.

[@HAL-dm1eh]

They probably have never and never will own a classic car.

[@Warrior_Resisting_Colonialism]

@@HAL-dm1eh Exactly, let alone one of the major sought after ones, like the 2nd gen Charger.

[@stevodakine1]

Cleaner than the board of health! A guy could drop a hot 383, 440, or Hemi and really boost it well beyond his asking price.

[@MapleMotorsNickSouthgate]

Yeah that would be a $75 k car

[@stevodakine1]

@@MapleMotorsNickSouthgateFacts.

[@jamesfarley337]

Sounds great but not 55,000 great

[@LITTLE1994]

My DREAM CAR...

[@tonygagliardi5010]

My dream car in my favorite color, live it

[@user-tk4gc9jn3n]

it was a misprint 5900 more like it

[@MapleMotorsNickSouthgate]

lmao in 1980

[@rwill10282]

Ya thats still a charger not what they try to call the dodge today

[@SolidAsianGold]

Car will need anywhere from $50-70k worth of work - and for $55k? People have no conscience anymore.

[@MapleMotorsNickSouthgate]

thats cute

[@wilbertcarr2300]

😅Nice ride by the way my lottery ticket must be a Winner I feel itb

[@CuaxB]

68 the best year for a Charger. Well really 68-70 for most Mopars. Cuda was cool those years plus 71-73. GTX/RR and Charger were ugly after 70. the 71 and on for them were terrible imo. I kinda like the earlier chargers but they look like theyre missing something until the 1968 year. Also all the 68s having the round marker lights makes them that much cooler.

[@jimwiest6816]

Did the radio work?

[@ChrisConnerSr]

It needs to be idled up to at least 750 rpm. Higher if the cam is fairly new.

[@bostonbakedbean]

This reminds me of star wars in the beginning the ship goes on forever😂😂😂

[@abeneufeld9690]

Do you ship to Canada?

[@jamesdeans2614]

There is a lot of oil underneath that car. Rust protection maybe!

[@tombankwel4822]

Gourgeus car 😊😊

[@davidforte964]

I agree asking a bit much, and no console shift.

[@mrdale8820]

If that car is not all rusted out, and the body work is up to par, that is a very good price for a Charger with a fender tag. This one will likely be sold before the video. If any of you know anything about the current Mopar climate, you will see what a good deal this is. I am still a Chevelle guy, or I'd buy this in a hot second.

[@JCTheLawnCareGuy]

I’m a Chevelle guy too, and I love this Charger. Everyone complaining about the price but if I had the money I would be a real potential interested buyer for sure.

[@ChrisConnerSr]

What size engine is in it ? Did he say?

[@josephperez5222]

For that price might be dropping due just scratches, dings , rust spots let's hear that motor.

[@josephperez5222]

Engine needs some tuning.

[@bobsacamanno5123]

Beauty, that does sound perfect.

[@dshindo1837]

My favorite mopar

[@FloridaBiker-t3b]

You'll get too much attention, I prefer a sleeper..beautiful though

[@arich557]

Heavy price tag but it sounds good asf tho to only have a 318

[@patZ28]

Beautiful car, i would love to know what it really eventually sells for, ill be shocked if its 54 grand with the lowly 318

[@Warrior_Resisting_Colonialism]

You should see what the big block cars go for in this shape if you want to be shocked hahahaha. It's a LOT more. :D Do yourself a hugh favor, buy a small block car and put a 440 in it, if all you care about is driving one for fun.

[@MapleMotorsNickSouthgate]

it sold for asking price as soon as it was posted

[@classiccorvettesmusclecars5846]

Good candidate for a Hellcat engine swap.

[@MapleMotorsNickSouthgate]

Definitely!

[@georgegbalzano9239]

This car looks VERY familiar. Didn't you guys sell the same car last year for the SAME price even??? It was the same colors, and also a 318 but needed an exhaust. Looks like someone did it up and straightened out the exhaust!! Everyone's complaining about the price but for what it is it's still worth it, and that's coming from a Chevelle guy. Nice ride...you shouldn't have it too long...make a nice Christmas present for someone!!!😊

[@MapleMotorsNickSouthgate]

it was 3-4 years ago yes, same price and we just sold it again for the same price. Thanks for watching

[@SE-me2pt]

Nice color, has 8 3/4 rear wouldn't take much to upgrade to big block. As is it looks and sounds better than any Daimler or Stelantis junk. Too bad the buyer will probably plasticize it out like a hell crap or mod challenger.

[@DaleBlice]

A plain Jane bench seat column shifter no tach only a 318 some rust bubbles I think someone will buy it just not me

[@kennethvalerio1294]

Horn 👍

[@jednorman4743]

At this price the car is a steal…. Price is ridiculous on these vehicles.

[@nixwix3811]

Nice 68 Charger , thanks for the ride Nick!!

[@tonytrumble]

Nick when are you going to be posting the ProStreet Duster video?

[@MapleMotorsNickSouthgate]

motor is blown on it

[@user-tk4gc9jn3n]

prices keep going up up up and away not for me

[@MapleMotorsNickSouthgate]

we sold this for the same price 3-4 years ago, prices are the same

[@tombehmlander7241]

That lower camera shot, wow, That’s a long Car😁

[@carllavell8673]

👍🔥😎🔥👍