Auction to Benefit the ALS Therapy Development Institute
426 / 425 HP Hemi V-8 • Automatic • Harrisburg, PA — July 2026
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The Vehicle
Few American automobiles carry the cultural weight of the 1968 Dodge Charger R/T — and fewer still are powered by the legendary 426 Hemi. With 425 horsepower on tap from its race-bred, dual-quad V-8, this was the engine that dominated both drag strips and NASCAR ovals during the golden era of muscle cars. A matching-numbers Hemi Charger from this year is extraordinarily rare, with only a small fraction of original production surviving to this day in documented condition.
This particular example represents everything that made the late-1960s Mopar lineup so iconic: the sweeping fastback roofline, the hidden headlights, the wide-body stance, and beneath the hood, the unmistakable 426 cubic inch Hemi. Now, this piece of American automotive history is being offered at auction — and the proceeds go entirely to benefit the ALS Therapy Development Institute, the world's largest nonprofit ALS research organization. Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, destroys motor neurons which are the nerve cells that control voluntary muscle movement like walking, talking, chewing, and breathing.
This is your opportunity to own a true American icon and make a profound difference in the lives of people and families impacted by ALS.
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Why It Matters
Powered by the legendary 426 cubic inch Hemi — one of the most revered engines in American automotive history, producing 425 horsepower from the factory.
Matching-numbers Hemi Chargers from 1968 are among the rarest and most collectible Mopar muscle cars in existence — an extraordinary survivor in documented condition.
TorqueFlite 727 3-speed automatic paired with a Sure-Grip rear axle for maximum performance and drivability.
Iconic 1968 fastback bodyline with hidden headlights — the same silhouette made famous in Bullitt — and one of the most recognized automotive designs in history.
All proceeds from this auction go directly to the ALS Therapy Development Institute, funding critical research into treatments for ALS.
A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to acquire an iconic American classic while supporting a cause that matters.
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This vehicle will cross the Mecum auction block during the annual Harrisburg event — one of the most anticipated collector car auctions on the East Coast. Register now to participate in person or via online bidding and be part of this special occasion.
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For A Greater Purpose
The ALS Therapy Development Institute (ALS TDI) is the world's largest nonprofit ALS research organization. Founded in 1999 by a family affected by ALS, they have dedicated over two decades to understanding and defeating this devastating disease — through rigorous science and relentless determination.
Every dollar raised through this auction goes directly toward ALS TDI's mission: to develop effective treatments for ALS and, ultimately, to find a cure.
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In The News
This rare Hemi Charger has captured attention from the automotive press, shining a spotlight on both its exceptional provenance and the important charitable cause it represents.
A car this rare deserves a purpose this important. Bid bold. Drive change.
Benefiting the ALS Therapy Development Institute
Interested in learning more or have questions about this vehicle?
You can email us at Driven4ALS@als.net, visit ALS.net or check out the Mecum lot page for additional auction and vehicle details.