1971 CHRYSLER CHARGER R/T E38 VH

MOSSGREEN CLEM SMITH AUCTION Sunday 20 August, 2.30pm Estimate: $120-150,000

CRACKING OPEN the bonnet on one of these things is always a bit of an occasion – the big straight six staring back at you with triple Weber carbs hanging off the side.

E38s are a limited-run car and very desirable in the world of local Mopar collectors. Basic stats for the R/T E38 include the 4.3lt (265ci) powerplant in 210kW (280hp) form, with a threespeed manual transmission. Way back when they were new, you could have had one for the princely sum of $3395.

This is part of the Clem Smith collection, which includes some very desirable local cars plus other transports of delight from around the globe. Look out for the collection of Hudsons…