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| The 1972 Challenger could be ordered with 2 different body styles. |
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1972 Dodge Challenger
For 1972, Dodge redesigned the Challenger. It was still basically the same body but with a different look. The grille and taillights were probably the most noticeable of all the changes. The taillights were now divided individually and separated. The headlights were separated from the single opening grille. The Challenger could only be order with two body style now with the convertible being deleted. The Challenger Rallye was the high-performance option and came with a 318-cid V-8 standard. It had side scoops behind the front wheels and strobe-type stripes that ran the full length of the car.
1972 Dodge Challenger Specification and Production
| Model Number |
Body/Style Number |
Body Type & Seating |
Factory Price |
Shipping Weight |
Total Production |
| Challenger Series - Six-Cyl |
| JH |
23 |
2 Dr Hardtop |
$2,790 |
3,070 lbs |
Note 1 |
| Challenger Series - V-8 |
| JH |
23 |
2 Dr Hardtop |
$2,902 |
3,125 lbs |
Note 1 |
| JS |
23 |
2 Dr Rallye Hardtop |
$3,082 |
3,225 lbs |
8,123 |
NOTES:
- Combined Total - 18,535
Chassis Data
| Model |
Wheelbase |
Overall Length |
Width |
Front Tread |
Rear Tread |
Tires |
| Challenger |
110 in |
191.3 in |
76.4 in |
59.7 in |
61.6 in |
7.35 x 14 |
| Challenger Rallye |
110 in |
191.3 in |
76.4 in |
59.7 in |
61.6 in |
F70 x 14 |
VIN Decoding
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| First Symbol - Car Line |
| D - Dodge 122" |
W - Dodge 117/118" |
| L - Dart |
W - Charger/Coronet |
| J - Challenger |
X - Charger |
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| Second Symbol - Price Class |
| E - Economy |
S - Special |
| L - Low |
X - Fast Top |
| M - Medium |
K - Police |
| H - High |
O - Superstock |
| P - Premium |
T - Taxi |
| Third & Fourth Symbol - Body Type |
| 21 - 2 Dr. Sedan |
41 - 4 Dr. Sedan |
| 23 - 2 Dr. Hardtop |
43 - 4 Dr. Hardtop |
| 27 - 2 Dr. Convertible |
45 - Station Wagon 2-Seat |
| 29 - 2 Dr. Sports Hardtop |
46 - Station Wagon 3-Seat |
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| Fifth Symbol - Engine |
| (B) 6-198 |
(N) 8-383 |
| (C) 6-225 |
(N) 8-383 |
| (E) 6-Special Order |
(R) 8-426 HEMI |
| (G) 8-318 |
(T) 8-440 |
| (H) 8-340 |
(U) 8-440 |
| (J) 8-340 |
(V) 8-440 |
| (L) 8-383 |
(Z) 8-Special Order |
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| Sixth Symbol - Model Year |
| 6 - 1966 |
1 - 1971 |
| 7 - 1967 |
2 - 1972 |
| 8 - 1968 |
3 - 1973 |
| 9 - 1969 |
4 - 1974 |
| 0 - 1970 |
5 - 1975 |
| Seventh Symbol - Assembly Plant |
| (A) Lynch Road, Michigan |
(E) Los Angeles, California |
| (B) Hamtramck, Michigan |
(F) Newark, Deleware |
| (C) Jefferson, Michigan |
(G) St. Louis, Missouri |
| (D) Belvedere, Illinois |
(R) Windsor, Ontario, Canada |
| Last Six Symbols - Production Sequence |
| Started at 100001 |
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1972 Dodge Challenger Options
| Description |
Description |
| 225-cid/145-hp Slant Six |
Tinted Windows (all glass) |
| 340-cid/240-hp V-8 |
Tinted Windshield |
| TorqueFlite Transmission |
Two-Tone Paint |
| 4-Speed Manual Transmission |
Music Master AM Radio |
| Power Steering |
Multiplex AM/FM Stereo Radio |
| Power Disc Brakes |
Music Master w/ Stereo Tape Cassette |
| Power Drum Brakes |
Simulated Wood Grain Sport Steering Wheel |
| Power Seats |
Electric Clock |
| Air Conditioning |
Front Center Console |
| Rear Window Defogger |
Bumper Guards |
| Bright Outside Mirrors |
Inside Hood Release |
| Racing Outside Mirrors |
Variable-Speed Windshield Wipers |
| Sure Grip Differential |
Rallye Suspension |
| Sill Moldings |
Rallye Instrument Cluster |
| Door Edge Protectors |
Vinyl Roof |
| Sun Roof |
Deluxe Wheel Covers |
| White Sidewall Tires |
Rallye Wheels |
| Raised White Letter Tires |
Road Wheels |
| Light Package |
E-Z Order Package |
| Axle Performance Package |
Rallye Package |
Engine Options
Location Of Engine Code: 6-Cyl - Right front of block, below cylinder head. Small-Block V-8 - Left front of block, below cylinder head.
| Letter Code |
Engine |
Horsepower |
Torque |
Transmission |
Carburetor |
| C |
6-225 |
110 |
185 |
TorqueFlite, 3-Speed Manual |
1 BC |
| G |
8-318 |
150 |
265 |
TorqueFlite, 3 & 4-Speed Manual |
2 BC |
| H |
8-340 |
240 |
295 |
TorqueFlite, 3 & 4-Speed Manual |
4 BC |
Available Transmissions
| Transmission |
Location |
| TorqueFlite |
Stamped on the transmission oil pan rail. |
| 3-Speed Manual |
Not Available |
| 4-Speed Manual |
Not Available |
| Identification Number |
Transmission Type |
| 3515868 |
TorqueFlite |
| 3515871 |
TorqueFlite |
| 3515873 |
TorqueFlite |
| 3681051 |
TorqueFlite |
| 3681052 |
TorqueFlite |
| 3681053 |
TorqueFlite |
| 3681054 |
TorqueFlite |
| 3681055 |
TorqueFlite |
| 3681056 |
TorqueFlite |
| 3681057 |
TorqueFlite |
| 3681061 |
TorqueFlite |
| 3681063 |
TorqueFlite |
Axle Decoding
Location Of Axle Codes: A metal tag is bolted to the assembly, giving the axle ratio or tooth count (if tooth count - divide the larger number by the smaller number, this is the ratio.) Locking axles have a metal tag with the letter "S" on it.
Note: Since tags can easily be missing, the approximate ratio can be determined by marking both the a wheel and the driveshaft; turn the wheel one complete turn and the number of times the driveshaft rotates is the ratio. Locking axles can be identified by raising the complete axle assembly and turning one wheel; if the other wheel turns the the same direction it is a locking axle and if it turns the opposite direction it is a non-locking axle.
| Challenger Axle Ratios |
| Engine |
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6-225 |
8-318 |
8-340 |
| Locking / Non-Locking |
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L |
NL |
L |
NL |
L |
NL |
| Ratio |
2.76 |
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x |
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x |
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| 3.23 |
x |
x |
x |
x |
x |
x |
| 3.55 |
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x |
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Interior and Exterior Paint Chips
- 1972 Dodge Exterior Paint Codes.
The first Paint Code identifies the roof or accent color. The second
Paint Code identifies the body color. (For example, the combination
W1-B5 on a Dodge would indicate the roof or accent area is in White
and the body is finished in Bright Blue Metallic.) Paint code plates
are located in the engine compartment on the left wheel housing,
the fender side shield, or the radiator yoke.
Striping Colors
| Color Name |
Code |
Color Name |
| Light Bright Blue |
99L |
Black |
| Light Bright Green |
4996L |
White |
| Light Gold |
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- 1972 Dodge Interior Paint Codes
| Color Name / Code |
Color Image |
Color Name / Code |
Color Image |
White
Lucite® Code - 9845L (satin) |
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Dark Gold Metallic
Lucite® Code - 9846LH (satin)
Lucite® Code - 5255L (semi-gloss) |
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Medium Tan
Lucite® Code - 9937L (satin)
Lucite® Code - 5421L (semi-gloss) |
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Dark Green
Lucite® Code - 9934L (satin) |
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Light Parchment
Lucite® Code - 9935L (satin) |
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Bright Blue Metallic
Lucite® Code - 9932L (satin)
Lucite® Code - 5251L (semi-gloss) |
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Dark Parchment
Lucite® Code - 9936L (satin) |
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Dark Blue
Lucite® Code - 9933L (satin) |
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Light Gold
Lucite® Code - 9847L (satin)
Lucite® Code - 5263L (semi-gloss) |
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Black
Lucite® Code - 9844 (satin)
Lucite® Code - 99L (semi-gloss) |
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Light Gold Metallic
Lucite® Code - 9837L (satin) |
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| Trunk Colors (spatter finish) |
Three-Tone Black & Gray = 389-2076 |
