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1978 Dodge Magnum XE 2 Door Hardtop In 1978, Chrysler introduced the Dodge Magnum XE and XS, a pair of hardtop coupes with squarish styling. It was most likely intended to replace the 1978 Charger SE, a vehicle which, though nice enough, did not have the temperament of the 340, 440, and Hemi powered predecessors. The 1978 Charger was a Dodge version of the Chrysler Cordoba, and its front clip, (grille, headlights, and bumpers), was nearly identical to the early Cordobas. The Magnum's appearance was, save mainly for its rectangular themed front clip, identical to the Charger SE. The Magnum's brief life ended in 1979, when it was replaced by the Mirada. Dodgeforum.com For consignment, a 1978 Dodge Magnum XE 2 door hardtop with a title verified 20,473 actual miles. Talk about a time capsule! Nearly 48,000 Magnum XE's were produced in 1978 and this green hardtop is an exemplary survivor that retains its numbers matching transmission. Exterior While the Mint Green Metallic paint is a sign of the times, so too is the boxy profile interspersed with stamped steel body lines on the side that give it character and a certain aerodynamic flair to the otherwise slab sides, and a lot of cars had this in the 70's. That also had that half vinyl roof which waterfalls onto the C-pillar with contrasting material and color and a touch of class around the fixed quarter window. Square, sectioned tail lights were fairly standard across the line, but the covered headlights make this B-body stand out amongst pedestrian commuters. The use of etched lines that continue over the marker lights are wildly unique and maybe even reduced the drag coefficient! 15-inch wheels have full covers with red tips at the end of a turbine design, here wrapped in white wall 205/75R15 tires. Imperfections include chips, edgewear, various scratches, scuffs, cracks in a headlight cover, a stain in the vinyl top, discoloration of the bumper filler, dings in the wheel opening trim, and surface rust on lower panels and rockers. Interior Green vinyl door panels with faux wood trim and carpeted lowers greet you upon opening and aside from a repair made to the pull, present in nice condition. On to the bucket seats which are tall and well padded with elongated headrests. There's some chipping vinyl on the driver's seat but the rest, including the back, are in very nice shape. That padded vinyl makes its way to the steering wheel spoke showing a touch of patina and the rim is cracked in several places. Up front, it's the standard simulated wood treatment around the gauges and switchgear which combine sportiness with luxury and continues across to the passenger area where vents, a clock, and the Magnum name are featured. There's a center console combining green plastic, wood, and metal, over thick green carpet. We note the armrest shows a good deal of patina and the headliner has some sag but is intact. Meanwhile, the trunk is finished in gray panels and carpet and presents cleanly.   Drivetrain On board is a numbers matching 360ci V8 and a 4-barrel carburetor and 'lean burn' system, an early computer controlled ignition system meant to reduce emissions. Behind the engine, the numbers matching A904 3-speed automatic transmission sending power to an 8 ¼ rear axle. Power steering, power brakes, and air conditioning is on board. Undercarriage The soot colored undercarriage includes a clean single exhaust system running through a stock style muffler. Power brakes are on front and power drums in back while suspension consists of torsion bars in front and leaf springs in back. We do note some surface rust on the door bottoms. Drive-Ability It's like stepping back to 1978 in the Dodge B-body and its accommodations. The 360 starts up and gets us on our way, around the test loop, and performing well, leaving us with no complaints. It has decent power and straight tracking and everything works with the exception of the air conditioning. While Classi
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