What was the depth of your Dodge Charger Daytona dump? Yes | Carscoops

      The bodywork and wheels seem to be the only parts worthwhile from this unfortunate Charger Daytona 340 equipped with a Hemi V8.

      A flood-damaged Charger Daytona 340 has been listed for sale after being recovered from muddy waters.

      The entire engine compartment was submerged, likely leading to the destruction of the V8 engine and most of the electrical systems.

      The interior has filled with sludge and is visibly beyond reasonable repair.

      Have you ever considered how a Dodge Charger appears after spending time underwater? If so, you're in for a treat, as this 2017 Charger Daytona 340 has taken quite the plunge, resulting in a grim state as you'd expect.

      The vehicle shown in these images is currently up for auction through IAAI at their Grand Rapids, Michigan location. It was recovered from what seems to have been a muddy grave. The tale goes that it was stolen before getting submerged. Now, it’s covered in thick brown sediment, suggesting it spent far more than a brief moment underwater. For a car as relatively widespread as the Charger, restoring it is probably not worth the effort unless you have an affinity for ambitious (and likely doomed) projects.

      Completely Saturated and Devoid of Life

      The auction listing describes the vehicle as “stationary,” a polite way of stating it won’t run and likely never will again. The entire engine bay was flooded, and after being rescued from the water, the car was left coated in mud. It would be a miracle if water had not entered the engine, and there's a strong possibility that most of the electrical components have been damaged as well.

      Inside the cabin, the situation is similar. Mud covers the interior, and the water damage is extensive. Think more along the lines of a “post-disaster cleanup project” rather than a “used car.”

      Perhaps Only the Wheels?

      Is there anything salvageable from this Dodge? It’s possible. The body panels and wheels might be recoverable and could serve as spare parts, perhaps for a shop or a car repairer. Beyond that, there’s not much to salvage.

      There’s no official explanation for how the Charger ended up submerged, but records indicate it has been at this salvage yard since at least September of last year.

      Originally, the Charger Daytona 340 featured a 5.7-liter naturally aspirated V8 generating 370 horsepower and 395 lb-ft (536 Nm) of torque, all directed to the rear wheels through an automatic transmission. While it wasn't the most potent version in the lineup, it still contained a Hemi V8 under the hood, which is significant to muscle car enthusiasts lamenting its absence from the new Charger.

      But now? It serves as a cautionary tale, more suitable for a junkyard tour than a joyride.