Vehicle Description
In the world of collector cars, some words just don't go together.
Style is a matter of opinion, but the term "beautiful Edsel"
usually isn't thrown around too much. "Classic Honda" definitely
isn't a combination you hear too often. And "electric street rod"
seems about as natural as "vanilla bean chocolate". That said, in
case you couldn't tell, your friends at RK Motors Charlotte enjoy
unique phrasing almost as much as we love unique cars. And that's
why we're happy to use the words "affordable MoPar" to describe
this sweet Plymouth Duster. As charming as it is cool, this clean
classic wraps a correct 340 V8/Automatic drivetrain in searing
Sassy Grass and Black aesthetics that are guaranteed to turn heads.
And it's the perfect way for any enthusiast to grab a neat old car
and enjoy every aspect of the hobby!
GO GREEN GO
Much nicer than when it rolled off Chrysler's storied Dodge Main
assembly lines, this slick coupe has been lovingly restored into a
take-no-prisoners street warrior that consistently knocks people
out at cruise nights. You certainly won't be staying under the
radar with its correct and cool Sassy Grass paintwork, which has
been applied under bold Duster 340 war paint. And overall, this
fully sorted Plymouth is a unique representation of the first, and
some would say best, era of Motor City mayhem!
The Duster, Chrysler's sporty competitor for the Chevy Nova and
Ford Maverick, resulted from the Plymouth division's desire to use
allotted 1970 restyling money for something more exciting than
their usual two and 4-door Valiants. And with its spirited paint,
sporty profile and aggressive call-outs, this 1971 model is
definitely not your grandma's grocery getter. At the front of the
car, a textured, "PLYMOUTH" branded grille centers clear parking
lamps between large headlights and a heavy chrome bumper. Above
that grille, a stylized hood fronts matte wipers, scratch-free
glass and straight stainless trim. At the sides of that hood, a
Pentastar branded profile plants 2-tone marker lamps under painted
mirrors, correct turn indicators, squared door handles and a
painted fuel filler. And at the back of that profile, a striped
valance hangs black-trimmed taillights between a small "PLYMOUTH"
script and a second chrome bumper.
DUST THE COMPETITION
Lift this Plymouth's sculpted hood and you'll find Chrysler's
stalwart, 340 cubic inch LA V8 that, while generally
underappreciated, was versatile enough to serve as the
corporation's big motor backbone for over three decades! At the top
of the bright orange block, a coated Edelbrock 4-barrel drops wind
from a dressed air cleaner into a factory-spec intake. At the sides
of that intake, stamped steel valve covers cap original 340 heads
and restored, cast iron exhaust manifolds. Behind those tubes, a
factory-spec distributor sequences spark through quality Xact 7mm
Hi-Temp Suppressed Ignition Cables. A Chrysler-branded radiator
circulates coolant through pliable hoses and old school squeeze
clamps. Everything, from this Duster's fenders to its firewall, is
coated in the same righteous Sassy Grass paint as its glossy
exterior panels. And on the passenger's side of the mill, a correct
2780930 casting number complements a matching partial VIN.
CORRECT DOWN HERE TOO
Behind the LA, a correct A727 TorqueFlite Automatic brandishes a
matching partial VIN. Behind that 3-speed, a requisite 8.75-inch
axle spins street friendly gears. That smooth drivetrain feeds a
fully sorted front torsion bar and rear leaf suspension that was
fitted with fresh bushings earlier this year. Cool and confident
stops are provided by a familiar combination of discs and drums.
Exhaust floats through aluminized pipes, polished tips and throaty
Dynomax mufflers. And at the corners of the floor, fully dressed
Rallye Wheels spin 215/70R14 BF Goodrich Radial T/As.
RALLYE TIME
Swing open this Plymouth's doors and you'll find a correct Black
interior that reflects the luxurious push of early 1970s America.
Deep seats are wrapped in pliable vinyl covers that display hardly
any signs of wear. An attractive and equally correct dash bends
tasteful wood applique around timeless Rallye telemetry and an old
school AM/FM radio. "DUSTER" branded side panels frame protected
carpet, which is centered on a wood-trimmed console that's built
around a factory pushbutton shifter. And in front of the driver, a
monochromatic steering wheel mixes subtle form with major
function.
Compact, well-built MoPars are just good, clean fun. And every time
we park a reasonably priced example in our showroom, our phones
start ringing off the hook. Take a good, long look at the body,
drivetrain and interior on this sporty Plymouth. There's just no
way anyone could build or restore a classic this well without
significantly overshooting our asking price. Don't be that guy who
calls late and asks: "Is it really sold?" Pick up the phone and
call now!
HIGHLIGHTS
Correctly restored Sassy Grass Duster 340 that's guaranteed to be
the star of the cruise-in
Original 340 cubic inch LA V8
Original A727 TorqueFlite 3-speed automatic transmission
Chrysler 8.75-inch rear axle
Front disc and rear drum brakes
Correct Sassy Grass paint
Correct Black bucket seat interior w/center console
Factory color combination per original fender tag
Rallye Gauges w/Factory Tach
AM/FM radio
14-inch Rallye Wheels
Original Broadcast Sheet
Ownership history dating to 1977
All RK Motors vehicles receive a comprehensive, multi-point
inspection
We can arrange shipment of your purchase anywhere in the world
