1973 Valiant VJ Ute – 500ci Mopar Beast

For Sale: 1973 Valiant VJ Ute – 500ci Mopar Drag Machine
Looking for a turn-key drag car or a serious weekend weapon? This 1973 VJ Valiant Ute is a 500rwhp beast, built for speed and reliability. Perfect for a drag racer, Mopar enthusiast, or someone who wants a high-powered, consistent 10-second setup straight out of the gate.
Powertrain & Performance:
• 500ci naturally aspirated Mopar big block with Indy heads
• High-rise manifold with 950CFM Holley carb
• Complete MSD ignition with adjustable rev limiter
• 727 automatic transmission with 4500rpm stall converter
• 9-inch differential with big axles & Detroit soft locker
• CalTrac adjustable rear end
• Dual 3-inch centre-exit exhaust
• Front big brake kit
• Tub-mounted fuel tank with Speedflow fittings
Restoration & Build:
• Tub stripped to bare metal, sealed, and resprayed to remove rust
• Surface rust removed from sills and lower guards, resprayed with new decals
• Engine recently serviced; coolant circuit flushed
• Cragar Drag Star wheels, 4-point harness on driver’s seat
• Engineered in QLD for modifications, previously registered under restricted rego
Interior & Extras:
• Interior in good condition with minor imperfections (small tear in driver’s seat vinyl)
• Many smaller upgrades included that complete the build
Highlights:
• Consistent and reliable 10-second package
• Very capable – could be re-registered
• Ideal for a drag racer, weekend warrior, or Mopar collector
Important:
• Video calls welcome
• Footage of the engine running is available
• Located in Port Macquarie, NSW
• Serious enquiries only
Price: Asking serious offers for a fast, fully sorted, hard-to-find Mopar drag package.