This "Perfect Purple" beauty really is the complete package.  From it's gorgeous paint job and monster 440 engine stroked to 505 with 700HP! to it's Vintage A/C and Heat, 5-Speed Tremec and an awesome Kenwood Sound System, this Roadrunner has it all. 

This Custom, Modern, Pro-Street Restoration was done in 2008 and shows just 3500 miles on the odometer. No expense was spared on this great car.
 
This was a complete, rotisserie restoration. Any areas of rust were completely repaired using new sheet metal or in the case of the trunk, an entirely new trunk pan.  There are about 50 pictures documenting the restoration and showing the areas of repair.
 
The entire uni-body was sandblasted, primed and undercoated. The paint is a "Perfect Purple" paint that is absolutely gorgeous. The restoration and paint job was performed by Pappy's Paint & Body in Magnolia, Texas on an hourly basis.

Car was blocked and sanded 6 times and the paint is very slick. The car is a deep purple with slight blue metallic flakes.  The car really sparkles under the light and under the sunshine.  All frame pieces, interior and under hood pieces are "Perfect Purple" as well.
 
The car was originally a 383 car but now has a 440 engine stroked to a 505 balanced roller engine.  The Indy Heads and Intake were street ported with custom rocker arms which sit under a Holley 1150 Dominator, Double Pumper Carburetor with MSD ignition system and 2-1/4" headers.

The fuel is delivered through 1/2" braided fuel lines (with under hood liquid pressure gauge) with a Holley 200 gallon bpm fuel pump with custom sump installed on a new factory gas tank.

Car makes about 700 HP on pump gas. This great car has an extreme amount of power, lopes and sounds great, but is still tame enough for anyone to drive.

The car has a 3" exhaust system which dumps underneath the car with Flowmaster mufflers.

The car also has Wildwood, 4-Wheel Disc, Power Brakes slotted on the front.  Magna Force K-member front end coil over conversion replacement with power steering including fully adjustable pro-street shocks all around.

All K-member bracing is painted and bolted into the firewall and frame instead of welded which allows a much cleaner job.

Engine also bolts to K-member bracing via a Magna Force aluminum engine plate and also high strength motor mounts.

Engine cooling is delivered by an aluminum radiator with dual electric fans. Does not overheat while driving, even with air conditioner running!

Rear axle is a new, Dana 60 Strange Worm Gear Locking, 3.73 Drag Axle on new heavy duty springs with rear sway bar and snubber. Car really hooks up! Car also has painted frame connectors.

Transmission is a new, Tremec, 5-Speed standard with an internal throw-out bearing and 700HP+ assembly. This was bought as a kit made specifically for this car which makes for a very neat and clean installation.

Interior of the car was put back with all new original components to keep the old school feel to it.  The only alteration was an awesome custom dash using all Mopar performance gauges which fits the car nicely.

Shoulder harness seatbelts were also added in the rear for children. TKO pistol grip shifter and Brunswick custom steering wheel finish off the interior.

Car has Vintage Air Conditioning and Heating.

The car also has a very strong sound system.  It is a Kenwood CD/USB/MP3 radio with 6 speaker system and sub-woofer including two amps mounted in the trunk.

The car still has its original Roadrunner "Beep-Beep" horn.  The battery is mounted in the trunk in an aluminum battery box.

All lenses for lights, grills, door handles, mirrors, bumpers, etc. were purchased new. Old stainless was re-polished due to better quality which looks like new now.

All gaskets and rubber components were purchased new as well as every piece of glass. All window mechanisms were rebuilt with new rollers and slides. Vent windows were re-chromed.

Car sits on 17" Cragar wheels, 8" wide on the front, 11" wide on the rear and was lowered 1-1/2” via front end and sits perfectly!

In closing, no corners were cut.  This car is a one of a kind street rod that is an absolute head turner. The owner tells us that he was personally involved in every step of the restoration and that he has nearly $130,000 invested in this car.

His loss is your gain!  This really is a great car!


Call us today at 713-466-8630 or 832-289-5750!

 
Sincerely,
Carlyle Motors, LLC
Houston, Texas
 

1970 PLYMOUTH ROAD RUNNER. . . . . . . HEMI ORANGE. . . . . . . .ORIGINAL N96 AIR GRABBER HOOD. . . . . FACTORY ORDER HOOD PINS. . . . BLACK OUT HOOD. . . . . . . . GOLD ROAD RUNNER STRIPE . . . . . . . . . BLACK VINYL ROOF. . . . . . . . 383 ENGINE. . . . . . FACTORY. . D 21 4 SPEED PISTOL GRIP MANUAL TRANS. . . . . . BLACK AND SIVER DELUX INTERIOR. . . . . . . TACH AND GAUGES . . . . . . . SOLID TRUNK FLOOR AND BOTTOM. . . . . RALLYE WHEELS. . . . . .REAL ROADRUNNER HARDTOP
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1968 Plymouth Satellite/Road Runner Tribute Convertible

VIN RH27D8G142250

If you are looking for a rare car that will have people turning their heads as you roll down the street.... look no further! This Mopar creation was built out of a Plymouth Satellite and a Road Runner. All of the mechanical components are out of an original Road Runner.... everything from the suspension to tach, dash, beep-beep horn and more! This creation was built 6 years ago with over $40k invested in the ground up restoration. This car was originally from Florida, and then moved to North Carolina. This car is a must-see! She's got the looks and the power!

VIN Decoding
RH27D8G142250
R = PlymouthBelvedere/Satellite Car Line
H = High Price Class(Road Runner)
27 = Convertible
D = 273 1-2BBL CID
8 = 1968
G = St. Louis, MOAssembly Plant
142250 = SerialNumber

Fender Tag Decoding
Row 1
R = PlymouthBelvedere/Satellite Car Line
H = High Price Class(Road Runner)
27 = Convertible
31 = 273 1-2BBL CID
5 = 727 3-SpeedAutomatic Torqueflite Transmission
33 = 7.35 x 14 WhitewallSteel Wheels
A16 = October 16,1967 Scheduled Production Date
116036 = ShippingOrder Number
Row 2
3: 540 = Belt Line Moudings
5: 545 = Body Side Mouldings
7: 548 = Wheel Opening Mouldings
A: Axle: 401 = 2.76:1 8 3/4'' Rear End
TRM: H4X = High TrimGrade, Black Vinyl Split Bench Seat
PNT: WW1 = White Body/RoofPaint Monotone
U: B = Black UpperDoor Frame
Row 4
H: Power Equipment:451 = Power Brakes
R: Radio: 421 = AM Music Master Radio
Y: Top/Roof: 301 = Black Convertible Top
Row 6
y: Sales/DeliveryCode: 691 = Sold Car/Expedite

Production Numbers
1968 Plymouth SatelliteTotal Production: 108,253
1968 PlymouthSatellite Convertible Production: 1,771
1968 PlymouthSatellite Convertible 273 1-2BBL Production: 475
1968 PlymouthSatellite Convertible 273 1-2BBL Automatic Production: 445

Mechanics

440ci Heavy Duty High Horsepower Motor with Six Pack
727 Automatic Transmission with Brand New Lines
Dana 60 Sure-Grip Rear End with 3.54:1 Gear Ratio
2.5'' Dual Exhaust with Stainless Tips
Flowmaster Mufflers
Road Runner Air Cleaner
Power Steering
Power Front Disc Brakes
Mallory Ignition
New Alternator
Chrylser Radiator
Road Runner ''Beep Beep'' Horn
Mopar Valve Covers
New Fuel and Brake Lines
Edelbrock Rear Shocks
Front Sway Bar

Body

Beautiful Red Paint
Super Straight and Solid Body
Operational Air Grabber Hood
Correct Road Runner Trim
Power Top
Black Vinyl Top and Boot
Beautiful Chrome Bumpers
Replaced Windows and Trim
Frame and Floorboards are Solid and Clean
Solid Trunk with Mat and Spare Tire
Nicely Painted Trunk Lid with Jack Instructions
Chrome Magnum 500 Wheels
BF Goodrich Tires - 235/60/15 Front and Rear

Interior

Beautiful Black Interior
New Split Bench Seat
New Dash Board
New Steering wheel
Column Shift
Sweeper Gauge
Alpine Stereo in Glove Box
Seatbelts Front and Back
New Carpet
New Door Skins

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History

The Plymouth Satellite was an automobile introduced in 1965 as the top model in Plymouth's mid-size Belvedere line. The Satellite remained the top of the line model until the 1967 model year, where it became the mid-price model with the GTX taking its place as the top model. Significant restyling and a higher trim Sport Satellite model was introduced in 1968. 1968 was also the first year that the Satellite line was expanded beyond the 2-door hardtop and convertible, when a 4-door sedan and station wagon were offered.

The Plymouth Road Runner was a performance car built by the Plymouth division of the Chrysler Corporation in the United States between 1968 and 1980. In 1968, the first muscle cars were, in the opinion of many, moving away from their roots as relatively cheap, fast cars as they gained options. Although Plymouth already had a performance car in the GTX, designers decided to go back to the drawing board and reincarnate the original muscle car concept. Plymouth wanted a car able to run 14-second times in the quarter mile and sell for less than US$3000. Both goals were met, and the low-cost muscle car hit the street. The success of the Road Runner would far outpace the upscale and lower volume GTX, with which it was often confused.

1971 Plymouth Road Runner

VIN RM23H1G139713

Recent ground up restoration! This is a very rare 1971 Road Runner, only 438 were made with a factory manual shift. Of the 438 built not many were Green Go.

Production Numbers:
1971 Plymouth Road Runners: 14,218 Built
340 1-4BBL Road Runners: 1,681 Built
Manual Transmission: 438 Built (3-speed & 4-speed Transmissions)

VIN Decoding:
RM23: Plymouth Road Runner Hardtop
H: 340 1-4BBL Engine
1: 1971 Model Year
C: Jefferson, MI Assembly Plant
139713: Vehicle Sequence Number

Fender Tag Decoding:
Row 1:
N42 = Bright Exhaust Tips
R11 = AM Radio
V8X = Transverse Tape Stripe Black
26 = 26'' Radiator
Row 2:
FJ6 = Green Go Roof Paint
U = US Shipment
B11 = 11'' Drum Brakes self Adjusting
J45 = Hood Tie Down Pins
M21 = Drip Rail Mouldings
N41 = Dual Exhaust
Row 3:
FJ6 = Green Go Body Paint
M2X9 = Medium Trim Grade Bench Vinyl, Black
TX9 = Black Upper Door Frame
B03 = November 3, 1970 Production Date
187870 = Vehicle Sequence Number
Row 4:
E55 = 340 1-4BBL
D13 = 3-speed Manual Transmission Floor Shift
RM23: Plymouth Road Runner Hardtop
H: 340 1-4BBL Engine
1: 1971 Model Year
C: Jefferson, MI Assembly Plant
139713: Vehicle Sequence Number

Mechanics

Date Code Correct 340ci Engine
1973 4 Speed Manual Transmission (Originally Came with a 3 Speed)
Holley 4bbl Carb
Edelbrock RPM Performer Aluminum Intake
Factory Exhaust Manifolds
Manual Front and Rear Drum Brakes
Power Steering
Road Runner Horn
Factory Breather
Factory Radiator with Shroud
Original Rear End, 3:23 Gears
Dual Exhaust with Factory ''Machine Gun'' Tips
New Clutch Fork (done after video was shot)
Resurfaced Fly-Wheel (done after video was shot)
New Steering Gear Box (done after video was shot)
Parking Brake

Body

Beautiful ''Green Go'' Paint
Reflective Stripe
Beautiful Straight Solid Body
Doors Fit and Operate Great
Door Lips and Jambs are Clean and Solid
Body Color Bumpers
Hood Pins
Trunk is Solid and Nicely Painted, Nice Mat
Light Lenses are Clear
Glass is in Good Shape
Body Color Steel Wheels with Dog Dish Hub Caps
BF Goodrich Radial T/A Tires – 255/60/15 Front, 275/60/15 Rear
Fender Tag
Frame is Nice and Solid
Trunk Floor is Solid
All Original Floors, Not Undercoated
Rockers are in Great Shape
K Member is in Excellent Shape

Interior

Original Black Vinyl Interior
Hurst Pistol Grip
Factory Dash with Gauges
Aftermarket CD Player with Remote
Mopar Seat Belts
One Small Split on Driver Side Arm Rest
Bench Seat (Missing a Button on Driver Side)
Dash Pad is in Great Shape
Beautiful Headliner
Carpet is in Great Shape
Woodgrain Details on Dash
Speedo Works
All Other Gauges Work
Wipers Work

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History

The Plymouth Road Runner was a performance car built by the Plymouth division of the Chrysler Corporation in the United States between 1968 and 1980. In 1968, the first muscle cars were, in the opinion of many, moving away from their roots as relatively cheap, fast cars as they gained options. Although Plymouth already had a performance car in the GTX, designers decided to go back to the drawing board and reincarnate the original muscle car concept.

In 1971, the coupe bodywork was completely changed to a more rounded ''fuselage'' design in keeping with then-current Chrysler styling trends, including a steeply raked windshield, hidden cowl, and deeply inset grille and headlights. In a departure from previous thinking, the B-Body two-door bodies shared little if any sheet metal, glass, or trim with the four-door bodies. The convertible was canceled. 1971 was a high-water year for ride and handling for the Road Runner.

1968 Plymouth RoadRunner

VIN RM23H8G250021

This beautiful two door hardtop spent its entire life in California. The frame-on restoration was done in 2006. See our photos for information on the numbers for the engine and transmission. Receipts documenting the entire restoration are included in the sale.

VIN Decoding:
RM23H8G250021
R = Plymouth Belvedere/Satellite Car Line
M = Medium Price Class (Road Runner)
23 = 2 Door Hardtop
H = 383 1-4BBL CID
8 = 1968
G = St. Louis, MO Assembly Plant
250021 = Serial Number

Fender Tag Decoding:
Row 1:
R = Plymouth Belvedere/Satellite Car Line
M = Medium Price Class (Road Runner)
23 = 2 Door Hardtop
62 = 383 1-4BBL CID (330 HP)
3 = 4-Speed Manual Transmission
44 = F70 x 14 Redline Steel Wheels
529 = May 29, 1968 Scheduled Production Date
315800 = Shipping Order Number
Row 2:
2: 535 = Drip Rail Moldings
A: Axle: 404 = 3.23:1 8 3/4'' Rear End
X: 405 = Sure-Grip
TRM: H4B = High Trim Grade, Light Blue Vinyl Split Bench Seat
PNT: QQ1 = Bright Blue Metallic Body/Roof Paint Monotone
U: U = Light Blue Upper Door Frame
S: 31W = White Horizontal Accent Stripe
Row 4:
R: Radio: 421 = AM Music Master Radio
T: Gauges: 577 = Tachometer

Production Numbers:
1968 Plymouth Road Runner Total Production: 44,598
1968 Plymouth Road Runner Hardtop Production: 15,539
1968 Plymouth Road Runner Hardtop 383 1-4BBL: 15,166
1968 Plymouth Road Runner Hardtop 383 1-4BBL 4-Speed: 6,686

Engine:
Casting Number: 2468130
Displacement: 383 cu. In.
Casting Date: 11/28/66 (Period Correct for car)

Transmission:
727 3-speed Automatic
Part Number: J2801543 1967 383 B-body (Correct for this car)

Rear End:
8 ¾'' Rear End
Casting Number: 2881489
Gear Ratio: 3.23:1

Mechanics

Numbers Matching 383ci/335hp Engine, Rebuilt with 1,000 miles
Numbers Matching 4 Speed Manual Transmission
Sure Grip Rear End with 3.23:1 Gear Ratio
Holley Street Avenger 670cfm Carb
Original Carb is Included in the Sale
Manual Drum Brakes
Manual Steering
Dual Exhaust System with Dual Tips
Rebuilt Alternator
New Heater Core
Parking Brake
Rebuilt Front End
Replaced Gas Tank

Body

Beautiful Blue Metallic Paint, Painted in 2006
Great Looking Grille
Gorgeous Chrome Bumpers
New Front Windshield
Doors Fit and Operate Properly
Door Lips and Jambs are Clean and Solid
Stainless Trim is in Great Shape
Quarter Panels are Solid and Straight
New Trunk Floor is Solid and Beautifully Painted
Mat and Spare Tire in Trunk
Original Drop Downs
Nice and Solid Frame
Undercarriage has been Restored
Floor Boards Look to be Original
Undercoating is in Great Shape
Pinch Welds in the Rockers Look Great
Solid and Clean Wheel Wells
Correct Magnum 500 Wheels
New BF Goodrich Radial Ta's 225/70/15 Front and Rear

Interior

Complete Interior Restoration
Hurst Comp Plus Shifter
Pioneer FM/CD radio
Original Radio is Included in the Sale
Beautiful Steering Wheel
Dash is in Excellent Condition
Great Looking Door Panels
Beautiful Upholstery
Seatbelts Front and Back
New Weather Stripping
Headliner Fits Tight Across
Working Dome Light
Speedo Works
Tach Works
Radio Works
Fan Works
Wipers Work
VIN & Fender Tag Decoding

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History

The Plymouth RoadRunner was a performance car built by the Plymouth division of the ChryslerCorporation in the United States between 1968 and 1980. In 1968, the firstmuscle cars were moving away from their roots as relatively cheap, fast cars asthey gained options. Although Plymouth already had a performance car in theGTX, designers decided to go back to the drawing board and reincarnate theoriginal muscle car concept. Plymouth wanted a car able to run 14-second timesin the quarter mile and sell for less than $3000. Both goals were met, and thelow-cost muscle car hit the street.

Paying $50,000 toWarner Brothers to use the name and likeness of their Road Runner cartooncharacter (as well as a ''beep, beep'' horn, which Plymouth paid$10,000 to develop), and using the Chrysler B platform as a base, Plymouth setout to build a back-to-basics muscle car. Everything essential to performanceand handling was beefed-up and improved; everything nonessential was left out.

1968 Plymouth Road Runner

VIN RM21H8A249065

The original IBM Card, Original Purchase Order Form, build sheet for the motor (2002), spare keys and the manual for the radio are included in the sale.

VIN & Fender Tag Decoding

VIN Decoding
RM21H8A249065
R = Plymouth Belvedere/Satellite Car Line
M = Medium Price Class (Road Runner)
21 = 2 Door Coupe
H = 383 1-4BBL CID
8 = 1968
A = Lynch Road, MI Assembly Plant
249065 = SerialNumber

Fender Tag Decoding:
Row 1
R = Plymouth Belvedere/Satellite Car Line
M = Medium Price Class (Road Runner)
21 = 2 Door Coupe
62 = 383 1-4BBL CID
5 = 727 3-Speed Automatic Torqueflite Transmission
44 = F70 x 14 Redline Steel Wheels
313 = March 13, 1968 Scheduled Production Date
276589 = Shipping Order Number
Row 2
2: 535 = Drip Rail Moldings
A: Axle: 404 = 3.23:1 8 3/4'' Rear End
TRM: D4B = Deluxe Trim Grade, Light Blue Vinyl Split Bench Seat
PNT: EE1 = Dark Blue Metallic Body/Roof Paint Monotone
U: U = Light Blue Upper Door Frame
Row 4
R: Radio: 421 = AM Music Master Radio
Row 6
h: 517 = Fender Mounted Turn Signal Indicators
k: 537 = Right Hand Manual Outside Mirror
m: 536 = Left Hand Remote Outside Mirror

Production Numbers:
1968 Plymouth RoadRunner Total Production: 44,598
1968 Plymouth RoadRunner Coupes Production: 29,240
1968 Plymouth RoadRunner Coupe 383 1-4BBL: 28,138
1968 Plymouth RoadRunner Coupe 383 1-4BBL Automatic: 14,431

Mechanics

Numbers Matching 383ci Engine
Casting Number 2468130
Displacement 383 cu.In.
Casting Date 2/1/68
Engine VIN 2A249065 Numbers Matching
727 Automatic Transmission
727 3-speed Automatic
Part Number J2801541K1968 383-4 440 HP B&C-body
Transmission VIN2A249065 Numbers Matching
742 Case Open Rear End with 3.23:1 Gear Ratio
8 ¾'' Rear End
Casting Number 2070742
Edelbrock Carb
Brand New Exhaust System
Factory Exhaust Manifolds
Power Steering
Standard Drum Brakes
New Brake Lines
New Flex Lines
New Parking Brake
Electronic Ignition
Chrysler Radiator
New Fuel Lines
Rebuilt Springs
New Bilstein Shocks
New Gas Tank

Body

Beautiful Dark Blue Metallic Paint
Gorgeous Chrome Bumpers
Original Vent Windows
Doors Fit and Operate Properly
Door Lips and Jambs are Clean and Solid
Quarters are Solid and Straight
Trunk Floor is Solid and Clean
Spare Tire, Jack and Lug Wrench Included
Undercarriage is Beautifully Painted Body Color
Floorboards are New and Beautiful
Frame is Clean and Nicely Painted
Beautiful Wheels
Redline Tires 14x70 Front and Rear

Interior

Beautiful Blue Interior
Bench Seat
Column Shift
Dash is in Great Shape
Aftermarket Gauges Under the Dash
Aftermarket Radio in the Dash
Beautiful Door Panels
Seatbelts Front and Back
Great Looking Headliner
Dome Light Works
Blue Carpet is in Great Shape
Road Runner Floor Mats

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History

The Plymouth Road Runner was a performance car built by the Plymouth division of the Chrysler Corporation in the United States between 1968 and 1980. In 1968, the first muscle cars were moving away from their roots as relatively cheap, fast cars as they gained options. Although Plymouth already had a performance car in the GTX, designers decided to go back to the drawing board and reincarnate the original muscle car concept. Plymouth wanted a car able to run 14-second times in the quarter mile and sell for less than $3000. Both goals were met, and the low-cost muscle car hit the street.

Paying $50,000 to Warner Brothers to use the name and likeness of their Road Runner cartoon character (as well as a ''beep, beep'' horn, which Plymouth paid $10,000 to develop), and using the Chrysler B platform as a base, Plymouth set out to build a back-to-basics muscle car. Everything essential to performance and handling was beefed-up and improved; everything nonessential was left out. This stunning 1968 Road Runner spent most of its life in Kentucky. The car was restored about 5 years ago in Bagdad, Kentucky. The car is numbers matching without any replacement panels. The only addition made to the car was power steering and an Edelbrock carburetor.

1969 Plymouth Road Runner

VIN RM23H9A236013

Spare keys, 1990 Ohio title and a few receipts for work done are included in the sale.

Mechanics

1966 383ci V8
#'s Matching 727 Torque-Flite Automatic Transmission
8¾ Single Track Rear End with 3.23:1 Gear Ratio
Power Steering
Steering Gear is in Good Condition
Manual Drum Brakes All Around
Solid Exhaust System
Correct Manifold
Carter Carb
Exhaust Manifolds are Coated
Nice Paint Job Under the Hood
Wiring and Hoses are in Great Shape

Body

Beautiful Light Blue and Black Paint
Chrome and Stainless Trim are in Great Condition
Optional Black Vinyl Roof
Doors Fit and Operate Properly
Door Lips and Jambs are Clean and Solid
Solid and Straight Quarters
Solid Trunk is Painted Body Color
New Trunk Pan
Trunk Mat
Undercarriage is Clean and Factory Undercoated
Solid Floorboards and Frame
Rockers are in Good Shape
Wheel Wells are Clean
Factory Magnum Wheels
225/70/14 Front and Rear

Interior

Matching Blue Vinyl Interior
Bucket Seats
Column Shift
Aftermarket Pioneer Stereo
Door Panels are in Great Shape
Dash Pad is Beautiful
Seatbelts Front and Back
Headliner Fits Tight Across
Clean Blue Carpet
Wipers Work
Speedo Works
Temp Gauge Works
Horn Works

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History

The Plymouth Road Runner was a performance car built by the Plymouth division of the Chrysler Corporation in the United States between 1968 and 1980. In 1968, the first muscle cars were, in the opinion of many, moving away from their roots as relatively cheap, fast cars as they gained options. Although Plymouth already had a performance car in the GTX, designers decided to go back to the drawing board and reincarnate the original muscle car concept. Plymouth wanted a car able to run 14-second times in the quarter mile (402 m) and sell for less than US$3000. Both goals were met, and the low-cost muscle car hit the street. The success of the Road Runner would far outpace the upscale and lower volume GTX, with which it was often confused.

The 1969 model kept the same basic look but with some slight changes such as tail lights and grille, side marker lights, optional bucket seats, and new Road Runner decals. The Road Runner added a convertible option for 1969 with 2128 droptop models produced that year. All were 383 engine cars, except for ten 426ci Hemi convertible cars. Six of those Hemi convertibles were automatics and four were four-speed manual transmissions. Six are known to exist. No 440 6-bbl convertibles were made in 1969.

1969 Plymouth RoadRunner

VIN RM23H9A266475

This gorgeous Road Runner was an award winner at the 2013 Detroit Autorama! The previous owner of this beautiful Mopar owned the car for four years. He was the third owner. He bought the car from his uncle who owned it for the previous 25 years. The car has been in Michigan its entire life. A full restoration was done in 2010/2011. At the time of the restoration some metal work was done. The owner has over thirty years of bodywork experience, his son recently graduated from Washtenaw Community College's automotive program.

Mechanics

Built 383ci Engine with Extra Deep Oil Pan
509 Lift Purple Shaft Cam
Hemi 4-Speed Manual Transmission
8 3/4 Sure-Grip Rear End with 3.55:1 Gear Ratio
Powder Coated Intake Manifold
New Front Disc Brakes with Proportioning Valve
New Edlebrock 6504bl Carb with Fuel Line and Filter
''Beep Beep'' Road Runner Horn
New Air Cleaner
All New Cooling System
Original Triple Cored Radiator
New Water Pump
All New Hoses
New MSD Plug Wires
New Starter
New Alternator
FlowPro Mufflers
Jet Coated Headers
New Rear Shocks
New Bushings
All New Front and Rear Suspension
New Fuel Tank

Body

Paint was done by Denz Place Auto Restorations, LLC in MI
New Chrome Bumpers
Beautiful Grille
New Windshield
New Black Vinyl Top
New Doors, Fit and Operate Properly
Door Lips and Jambs are Clean and Solid
New Chrome Door Handles
New Full Factory Quarters
New Trunk Lid
Trunk is Painted Body Color, has a Nice Mat
Car Cover Included
Original Jack Equipment
Spare Tire
Floorboards Appear to be Original
Frame is Solid
New Wheels and Tires in 2010
Magnum Wheels
BF Goodrich Tires –235/70/15 Front, 275/60/15 Rear

Interior

New Black Interior
New Front Bench Seat
Pistol Grip Shifter
Aftermarket Tach
Aftermarket Gauges Under the Dash
New Door Panels
New Dash
New Carpet
New Door Handles
Original Headliner and Visors
Dome Light Works
Seatbelts Front and Back

Don't Miss Out! Call Tom 7 Days a Week at 248-974-9513!
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History

The Plymouth Road Runner was a performance car built by the Plymouth division of the Chrysler Corporation in the United States between 1968 and 1980. Although Plymouth already had a performance car in the GTX, designers decided to go back to the drawing board and reincarnate the original muscle car concept. Plymouth wanted a car able to run 14-second times in the quarter mile (402 m) and sell for less than US$3000. Both goals were met, and the low-cost muscle car hit the street.

The 1969 model kept the same basic look but with some slight changes such as tail lights and grille, side marker lights, optional bucket seats, and new Road Runner decals.The Road Runner added a convertible option for 1969 with 2,128 droptop models produced that year. All were 383 engine cars, except for ten 426ci Hemi convertible cars. Six of those Hemi convertibles were automatics and four were four-speed manual transmissions. Six are known to exist. No 440 6-bbl convertibles were made in 1969.

1968 Plymouth HEMI Road Runner Coupe. 426 Hemi/Torqueflight Automatic. Matching Numbers. RR1 Burgandy Metallic. Decor Package.  Body on restoration/repaint, original sheet metal. Professional engine restoration. Original build sheet/certicard/fender tag. Redlines/dogdish hubcaps as well as radials/American Racing Torqflights included.

1969 Plymouth Road Runner, all numbers matching, mint original condition car with 100% original sheetmetal, broadcast sheet, original fender tag, Govier documented and one of the nicest remaining. 73K original miles, 383 4 bbl, 4spd, bucket seats with console, Air Grabber, PS, AM radio with 8 track, FM converter, dash tach, 3:91 rear. Everything works as it should and needs nothing. Truly needs to be seen in person to be appreciated.

GR Auto Gallery is pleased to present this 1968 Plymouth Road Runner for your motoring consideration. Paying $50,000 to Warner Bros.-Seven Arts to use the name and likeness of their Road Runner cartoon character, paying $10,000 to develop a ''beep, beep'' horn, and using the Chrysler B platform as a base, Plymouth set out to build a back-to-basics muscle car. Everything essential to performance and handling was beefed-up and improved; everything nonessential was left out.

This Road Runner is a 2-owner car with the first ownership dating from 1968-1994 and the second from 1994-present. It recently received a cosmetic and mechanical restoration with a new silver base-coat/clear-coat and a correct, but non-numbers matching, 383ci V8 matted to a 4-speed manual with a Hurst pistol grip shifter. It is a life-long Michigan car and presents itself as a driver that could be taken to a concourse level if desired. It features power steering, a bench seat, and heat. Call now for further details.

Decoding the VIN reveals:
• R = Belvedere
• M = Road Runner
• 21 = 2 Door Coupe with Post
• H = 383ci 335hp V8
• 8 = 1968
• A = Lynch Rd. Detroit, MI Assembly

To see over 80 photos of this car, including under carriage please visit our website www.grautogallery.com
Gr Auto Gallery makes every effort to represent each vehicle accurately and with integrity. We also welcome third party inspections when necessary. Although we try to do our very best to be accurate in our description writing we are human and do make mistakes. Unless otherwise noted, All vehicles are sold AS IS, No Warranty Expressed or Implied. All sales final.

1969 Plymouth Road Runner Convertible

R6 Red (scorch red)

Black Interior

440 6-Pak engine

Automatic 727 Torqueflite

Front Disc Brakes

Electronic Ignition

Red Line Radials (6,000 miles)

This was a rotisserie restoration in 2006.  Every panel, nut, bolt and bracket was scrutinized, re-conditioned or replaced as necessary to restore this classic to its former glory.  As per the build sheet, which is included, the vehicle was painted R6 red and has the correct matching black interior.

Nothing has been modifed or cut to prevent revert - back to as-built!

All of the original parts as per the build sheet have been retained and are part of this auction.

The decision to install the 440 6-Pak / automatic combination was made so my wife would drive this cruiser. It was decided to install front disc brakes and upgrade to electronic ignition and voltage regulator for safety and reliability reasons. All of the parts are factory OEM found in later MOPAR models.

The 440 uses the Mopar purple shaft cam along with a factory stall torque converter to provide 500 horsepower, 12 miles / gallon, and stands up when you step on it.  The car drives beautifully. The engine accelerates aggressively, and the transmission shifts smooth and smartly through the gears. The car stops in a straight line even under heavy braking. There is no smoke or unusual sounds from the engine and the  car is rattle free.

The AM radio is installed, but not working. The convertible top works and is leak free and wrinkled from much non-use. I would recommend a top replacement.

This car was engineered to be a cruiser and has been driven between Ft. Lauderdale, Fl and Cleveland, Ohio twice and now resides in Boca Raton.

I have included the build sheet in the photo section which was decoded by GALEN GOVIER . Whereas I professionally restore automobiles, http://www.moparresto.com , I was directly involved in every aspect of this restoration. See above for contact information.

I have retained all of the receipts involved in this restoration which includes over $34,000 in materials.

***** Included in this auction are the following BONUS items! *******

383 correct engine with carb, distributor, exhaust manifolds

correct 4-speed transmission, flywheel (fresh), New Clutch, New Pressure Plate, New TO bearing, cross-member, crossshaft, bushings  and shifter

original front drum brake assemblies

an extra pristine white interior which includes, door panels, and seat covers

GR Auto Gallery is pleased to present this 1968 Plymouth Road Runner for your motoring consideration. Paying $50,000 to Warner Bros.-Seven Arts to use the name and likeness of their Road Runner cartoon character, paying $10,000 to develop a ''beep, beep'' horn, and using the Chrysler B platform as a base, Plymouth set out to build a back-to-basics muscle car. Everything essential to performance and handling was beefed-up and improved; everything nonessential was left out.

This Road Runner is a 2-owner car with the first ownership dating from 1968-1994 and the second from 1994-present. It recently received a cosmetic and mechanical restoration with a new silver base-coat/clear-coat and a correct, but non-numbers matching, 383ci V8 matted to a 4-speed manual with a Hurst pistol grip shifter. It is a life-long Michigan car and presents itself as a driver that could be taken to a concourse level if desired. It features power steering, a bench seat, and heat. Call now for further details.

Decoding the VIN reveals:
• R = Belvedere
• M = Road Runner
• 21 = 2 Door Coupe with Post
• H = 383ci 335hp V8
• 8 = 1968
• A = Lynch Rd. Detroit, MI Assembly

To see over 80 photos of this car, including under carriage please visit our website www.grautogallery.com
Gr Auto Gallery makes every effort to represent each vehicle accurately and with integrity. We also welcome third party inspections when necessary. Although we try to do our very best to be accurate in our description writing we are human and do make mistakes. Unless otherwise noted, All vehicles are sold AS IS, No Warranty Expressed or Implied. All sales final.