For Sale - 1974 Chrysler Valiant VJ Regal Hardtop - True Blue Metallic

Super rare and elegant 1974 VJ Valiant Regal Hardtop in True Blue Metallic running the matching numbers 318 4BBL Fireball V8 engine and 3 speed Torqueflite Console shift Automatic. For sale from our Sydney Showroom.

A total of 90,865 VJ Valiants were built, more than any other Australian Valiant series. Production consisted of 49,198 sedans, 15,241 wagons, 10,509 Chargers, 14,856 utilities and only 1,067 hardtops. Chrysler offered the VJ with 3 versions of the Hemi 6 engine plus the 318 cid Fireball V8. Transmissions offered were the 3-speed manual, 4-speed manual and 3-speed automatic.

One of only 1,067 VJ Hardtops built, this stunning True Blue Metallic VJ Regal Hardtop was dealer optioned with the 318 cu 4BBL engine, 3 Speed Torqueflite 904 Console Shift automatic, Reclining Cloth and Vinyl Bucket Seats, Air-conditioning, Power Steering and a Vinyl Roof. Fully restored in 2012, the Regal Hardtop absolutely shines. The VJ was treated to a full respray in 2 pack True Blue Metallic. At the time, the decision was made to delete the optional Parchment vinyl roof. All chrome was restored and there is a folder full of receipts for NOS parts used in the restoration. All the glass is original except for the front windscreen.

Mechanically the original 318 V8 Fireball engine was fully rebuilt in 2012. The rebuild features Keith Black hypereutectic cast pistons, Hastings Black rings, 9.5:1 Compression, Clevite bearings, ARP rod bolts, new cam bearings, Rollmaster double row timing chain, Felpro gaskets, an Edelbrock intake manifold and a 9636 Competition Carter carby. The VJ is fitted with Pacemaker extractors, through to a twin 21/4" exhaust with balance pipe. The rebuild also included a new water pump, reconditioned alternator, power steering pump and starter motor. A new Sanden A/C compressor was fitted as was a new 3 core radiator and heater hoses. The brakes, transmission and 2.92 open centre diff were also reconditioned.

The interior has been restored to factory specifications with NOS trim, carpets, hood lining and is in excellent condition. A tachometer has been installed to replace the standard Regal clock in the dash cluster. The factory air-conditioning is installed and the owner has fitted an aftermarket Kenwood stereo to the car.

Riding on W35 alloy rims with red walled 205/70R14 tyres all round. There is also a factory spare, jack and tools. The boot area has been fitted with Dynamat sound proofing.

Currently on Club registration. This is a great street cruiser and a super rare Valiant for the MOPAR enthusiast.

We invite you to inspect this rare Valiant Regal Hardtop in our Sydney showroom. (Ref. 6669)

Options:

E44 – 318 cu 4BBL engine
C16 – 3 Speed Auto Console Shift
C67 - Reclining Cloth and Vinyl Bucket Seats
H51 - Air-conditioning
S77 - Power Steering
V10 – Vinyl Roof
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