Vehicle Description
1979 Dodge Magnum
Seeing production only for 1978-79 years, the Dodge Magnum was
designed to retain driver Richard Petty for Chrysler in the NASCAR
series. With its sloping clear covered headlights and grille, an
homage to the 1936-37 Cord, it was better than the current Cordoba,
which proved to be lackluster in its aerodynamics. Sadly, Richard
Petty jumped ship and drove the Monte Carlo, but interestingly his
son Kyle, won his first race driving a Magnum.
This Magnum, taking on the look of the earlier Mopars like the
Challenger, Charger and Super Bee, was marketed to people who had
grown up with the latter and raced them on the streets, but now had
families and wanted the look of their former cars, without the
brute force. A 3-owner car which has meticulous records due to a
Chrysler service tech owning the car originally, then continuing
the service with the second owner.
Exterior
Sunfire Sable Metallic covers this car and appears in fair
condition. All brightwork is correct, as well as clear plastic
covers on the sloping headlights and grille. Passenger headlight
shows some moisture invasion. Standard Magnum XE wheels, and a
Light Camel Landau top is present. Lines and gaps are standard for
this era car, and dents and dings are very minimal.
Interior
A plush buttoned tufted leather covers the 2 buckets in front and
bench in the rear. Belting is seen as an accent to the seating. A
flip down armrest on the center console is between the buckets, and
ends at the front of the buckets. Power driver's seat, and
mechanical toggles for side mirrors are seen on the driver's door
and dash. In typical late 80's styling a squared off dash houses
round analog instrumentation. An original steering wheel fronts the
dash. No cracking or faults are present on the upper dash which is
padded vinyl. The headliner is cloth and in good condition.
Drivetrain
A 318ci V8 Lean Burn mill is seen when flipping open the long hood.
This is connected to an A904 Torqueflite transmission. Technology
was advanced for the time with an onboard spark control computer
from inception, electronic ignition, and a lockup torque converter.
The Magnum was well-featured with power steering, power brakes and
power seats, and the suspension includes Chrysler's standard
adjustable, longitudinal torsion bars, lower trailing links, and
front and rear anti-sway bars.
A nice survivor, well maintained by the original mechanic owner
throughout its life, with recorded services. Consigner stated
75,000 miles, your opportunity to own a unique piece of Chrysler
history which was only produced 2 years.
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 150 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. A 450 barn find
collection is currently also on display.
This vehicle is in our showroom in Morgantown, Pennsylvania,
conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia on the I-76
Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is www.classicautomall.com and
our phone number is (888) 227-0914. Please contact us anytime for
more information or to come see the vehicle in person.
