1976 Chrysler Charger VK K16 NSW Highway Patrol - White - 209,351km - 5.2L (318ci) V8, 3-Speed TorqueFlite Automatic
Overview
This 1976 Chrysler Charger VK K16 represents a particularly rare and collectible piece of Australian motoring and law-enforcement history. The vendor advises this is a genuine matching-numbers ex-NSW Police Highway Patrol vehicle, originally entering service with the NSW Police and first registered in early 1977 with registration number JDB 805.
The VK Charger is already an increasingly sought-after Australian classic, however the documented history of this example as a genuine NSW Highway Patrol vehicle gives it additional historical significance. Its combination of police provenance, matching-numbers credentials and V8 specification makes it a distinctive survivor from an era when Australian-built performance vehicles formed an important part of highway policing across the country.
Power comes from its matching-numbers 5.2-litre (318ci) V8, paired with a 3-speed TorqueFlite automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive. While retaining its original matching-numbers engine block, the vehicle is not completely standard and has received a number of performance and mechanical upgrades. The vendor advises these include alloy cylinder heads, various performance enhancements to the original engine and a disc-brake rear-end conversion.
The performance modifications are more than cosmetic, with the vendor advising the Charger has previously recorded an 11.54-second quarter-mile pass at Mopar Sunday. This provides an indication of the performance-oriented development undertaken while retaining the vehicle's original matching-numbers engine block.
Finished in white, the Charger retains the unmistakable two-door coupe profile of Chrysler Australia's VK generation. The interior is finished in brown vinyl with period-style instrumentation and right-hand-drive configuration. The vehicle presents as an important Australian classic combining genuine NSW Police Highway Patrol provenance with a number of later performance upgrades.
For collectors of Australian muscle cars, Chrysler products or historic Australian police vehicles, the combination of genuine NSW Highway Patrol history, matching-numbers V8 credentials and K16 specification makes this a particularly interesting example. The vehicle's provenance and modifications should be considered when assessing its collectability and value, and prospective purchasers are encouraged to inspect the vehicle and associated documentation prior to bidding.
History & Provenance
* Genuine ex-NSW Police Highway Patrol vehicle (vendor advises)
* K16 specification
* Matching-numbers vehicle (vendor advises)
* First registered in early 1977 (vendor advises)
* Original NSW registration number: JDB 805 (vendor advises)
* Rare Australian police and motoring history
Features & Modifications
* Matching-numbers 5.2-litre (318ci) V8 engine (vendor advises)
* Original engine block retained
* 3-speed TorqueFlite automatic transmission
* Rear-wheel drive
* Alloy cylinder heads
* Performance upgrades to original engine
* Disc-brake rear-end conversion
* Vendor advises vehicle recorded an 11.54-second quarter mile at Mopar Sunday
* Brown vinyl interior
* Analogue instrument cluster
* Right-hand drive
* Two-door Charger coupe body
* Chrome exterior trim
Condition Notes
* Vehicle has been modified from standard factory specification
* Modifications include engine performance upgrades and disc-brake rear-end conversion
* Minor stone chips visible on bonnet leading edge
* Light surface oxidation visible on some chrome trim
* Dashboard vinyl displays minor age-related cracking
* Driver's seat bolster shows creasing consistent with use
* Interior upholstery displays wear consistent with age
* Buyers are encouraged to inspect the vehicle and supporting provenance/documentation prior to bidding
Specifications
Year: 1976
Make: Chrysler
Model: Charger
Series: VK
Specification: K16 NSW Highway Patrol
Body Type: Coupe
Doors: 2
Seats: 5
Engine: 5.2-Litre (318ci) V8 Petrol
Engine Status: Matching Numbers - Vendor Advises
Transmission: 3-Speed TorqueFlite Automatic
Drive Type: Rear-Wheel Drive
Steering: Right-Hand Drive
Colour: White
Odometer: 209,351 Kilometres
Original NSW Registration: JDB 805
First Registered: Early 1977 (Vendor Advises)
Chassis No: VK8776D29
Vendor advises this is a genuine matching-numbers ex-NSW Police Highway Patrol Charger, first registered in early 1977 as JDB 805. The vehicle has subsequently received performance modifications including alloy heads, engine upgrades and a disc-brake rear-end conversion. Inspection of the vehicle and supporting documentation is recommended prior to bidding.
If you have any questions relating to this vehicle, or if you would like to arrange a physical or virtual inspection, please contact Taig directly on 0438 626 472
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Location of item: 18 Paradise Road, Acacia Ridge, QLD, Australia
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