Vehicle Description
Style, rarity, and affordability all combine on this 1978 Dodge
Magnum GT. So as you look over everything from the big block V8
power, to the T-tops, to the A/C interior, you'll discover a cool
coupe that knows how to stand out.
This was the first series that ever used Magnum model name, and
this does a great job of conveying the premium and forceful image
the title carries. After all, it has the long hood and crisp design
that instantly announced this was a personal coupe made to own the
road. This is the special GT package car, and that meant plenty of
great additional features, like color-matched fender flares and
deep dish Rallye wheels. And because they have a special paint
theme with an aggressive black with red accent stipes, it's
terrific to see that they invested in giving the full package a
quality respray later in life to remain looking bold. Plus, those
retractable translucent headlight covers were a finishing touch
that looked like they were pure style. And while these were a
signature piece, they're true purpose was to help cheat the wind
for NASCAR races - just like the Dodge Charger Daytona a decade
prior. And just like those special Chargers, these first-gen
Magnums have rarity on their side, too, with production lasting
only two model years.
A red interior always looks great on a classic American, and so
you'll love taking the T-tops out to show off this well-preserved
package. These have the comfort and size to leave plenty of room
for family and friends. Plus, it's loaded with a ton of features to
keep everyone happy, including cold-blowing factory air
conditioning, power windows, power locks, and an AM/FM/CD stereo
with AUX/USB input for the best in modern driving music. But even
when you're just going solo, this Magnum is terrific. You have the
individual comfort of a power-adjusting bucket seat. The GT's
special machine-turned dash and center console panels are
absolutely sporty. The tilt steering column gives you an excellent
view of the large speedo and tach, and the upgraded auxiliary gauge
trio keeps you fully informed on what's going on under the
hood.
While the Magnum was only available for two short years, the 400
cubic-inch big block was only around for one of them. So to have an
era-correct block that's believed to be original that under the
hood makes this coupe extra special. While it looks highly stock,
closer inspection will see some nice upgrades. There are great
vintage pieces like Mopar's Direct Connection valve covers. Plus,
there's also an Edelbrock four-barrel carburetor and Edelbrock
intake. These V8s are great for torque, which gets you off the line
with confidence. This one also has nice GT features, like the
upgraded suspension with rear sway bar. And the shortened dual
exhaust has a nice tune (the sale also comes with the pipes to
extend it all the way to the back if you so desire.) A true GT also
makes for a fine cruiser, and that's why you have the Torqueflite
A727 three-speed automatic transmission, power steering, cruise
control, and power brakes w/discs up front.
It's hard not to get excited when a rare big block machine like
this is up for grabs at such an affordable price. But you're not
the only one who sees this deal, so hurry up and call today!
