Vehicle Description
The 1979 Dodge D150 Lil Red Express is the bold outlaw that got us
hooked on sports trucks. It's a story that people love to tell
about how one company gave the people the V8 power they really
wanted but were shut down after a couple of years. And the few
people that get to tell this rare tale are the lucky few who can
find a shining example like this.
The Dodge boys were truly flying in the face of regulations as they
allowed their cop motor to hit the streets. A loophole let it go
into trucks, so they decided to be as bold as possible with their
defiance. That's how you get a Canyon Red pickup with oak wood
bolted to the sides. And oh yeah, there are two gleaming vertical
exhaust stacks extending above the roof line. But being a rebel
didn't come cheap, and Dodge only sold around 5,120 examples in
1979 - the final year of this rare two-year offering. This example
really looks both correct and highly original right down to the
details. The new for '79 front end is gleaming; the chrome slotted
Mag wheels are still mirror-like; and of course, everyone loves the
full gold decal package that was another reminder of this pickup's
defiance.
The interior is the perfect mix of pickup and performance, and the
seat shows this off the best. You have a wide bench that can sit
three across. But when the folding armrest is down, there's the
kind of individual comfort you'll find in the best muscle cars. The
black of the seats coordinate with the door panels, dash, and
carpeting for a deep and dark presentation. Similar to the
exterior, there's some nice wood-like trim for added flair. The
driver-oriented dash gives you all the gauges directly in front of
you, as well as an easy reach to everything from the heat/defrost
controls, to the upgraded AM/FM/cassette stereo.
The motor is a big part of the appeal of the Lil Red Express, and
so it's great to see this one looking tidy with plenty hints of
originality. They snuck a cop motor into the Lil Red Express, and
so it made them the true hot one. It inhales through a four-barrel
carburetor, and you'll never get tired of the sound from the
exhaust stacks that offer a unique high-rise high-performance
soundtrack. While this is meant to be the ultimate outlaw truck,
it's quite easy to tame on the streets thanks to the thick front
sway bar, three-speed automatic transmission, power steering, and
recently serviced front disc brakes. Plus, those who want to use
this rare classic for full truck duty can even take advantage of
the added tow hitch.
If you like rarity, distinction, and an outlaw history, then don't
let this muscle Mopar truck slip away. Call now!
