Vehicle Description
Here's a slick blue 1971 Plymouth Road Runner tribute with a
freshly built 440 V8 that has enough power to outrun the factory
Beep! Beep! machines. So when you're looking for serious Mopar
muscle that's still on its break-in miles, read on...
If you're going to build a tribute to the Road Runner, 1971 is the
exact right year. This is the only time the famous 440 was
available with the cool fuselage styling. This new design really
went for the sinister side. The full front overhang makes the
headlights look like the eyes of a criminal lurking in the
darkness, and the huge rear wing makes this Road Runner a bird of
prey. Plus, this gets the details right with the side strobe
stripes and the sport hood with 440 callouts. But there's also a
brighter side to this coupe. The Bright Blue Metallic looks like it
was borrowed from the Warner Brothers cartoon character that's all
around the car... a very cool touch.
It's always nice when the exterior accents are a preview for the
interior. Plus, there's nothing better on a true muscle machine
then a deep, dark black. And the factory wood paneling nicely
breaks up this darkness with a period-correct premium appearance.
The bench seats of this big coupe make it a legitimate
six-passenger automobile, and the upgraded AM/FM/CD stereo with
Bluetooth with keep everyone happy. But it's the driver that's
clearly the most important in this Plymouth. The entire controls
and gauges are centered around you. Plus, you get a grippy
three-spoke wheel with the proper center cap that reminds you this
Road Runner tribute properly goes Beep! Beep!
When you look under the hood, the bold block paint, shiny air
topper, and matching valve covers look like they are radiating
power from within the painted engine bay. And the reason why
everything looks so fresh and clean is because it's so new. With
only 100 miles on this motor, you still get to help break it in!
Not only is the V8 fresh, but also you're looking at a monster 440
cubic-inch Magnum V8 topped with a four-barrel carburetor. And with
a newer motor you get to take advantage of more modern components,
and the consignor says this is producing around 400 horsepower! So
while the horn might sound like a fun cartoon character, the dual
exhaust rumbles like a menacing villain. And because you have this
big power upgrade, be glad there are supporting components like the
stout A727 Torqueflight three-speed automatic transmission and a
limited slip rear end. Plus, you have great any time driving
features like power steering, a thick sway bar up front, and BF
Goodrich T/As on iconic Rallye wheels.
Complete with build receipts and restorations photos, you're
looking at a well presented and ferociously powerful Mopar with a
fresh heart. Don't let this one slip away. Call now!