The early '80s weren't exactly a high-water mark for horsepower,
but every once in a while a truck slips through the cracks that
makes you stop and take notice. This 1982 Dodge D150 is one of
those rare survivors that not only carries the Mopar truck legacy
but elevates it with a mountain of thoughtful upgrades and a build
sheet that reads like a gearhead's wish list. Dodge pickups of this
era were the unsung heroes of American workhorse design, and now,
decades later, they're gaining serious respect in the collector
world for their boxy stance, raw character, and unique place in the
muscle-truck timeline.
At the heart of this rig is a built 225 Slant Six, the same
bulletproof workhorse that powered generations of Mopars, only this
one's far from stock. With ported and polished heads, a COMP Cams
camshaft, Aussiespeed Dutra Dual Manifolds, and an Aussiespeed
4-barrel intake topped with a QuickFuel carb, this legendary
inline-six has been transformed into a snarling, high-revving
street brawler. Factor in a fresh rebuild with under 1,000 miles, a
Powermaster starter, and a brand-new A/C system, and you've got a
setup that's equal parts reliability and rowdy fun.
Backing up the drivetrain is Chrysler's A904 3-speed automatic,
sending power down through a truck that's been touched in every
corner. Over $60,000 in receipts prove this isn't some backyard
refresh but a serious investment in building something unique.
Power steering and front disc brakes keep it civilized, while a
roll bar and KC lighting front and rear add to its attitude. The
Matte Blue "Area 51" finish, paired with blacked-out trim, nails
that sinister street-machine vibe without sacrificing the truck's
classic lines.
Inside, the upgrades continue. TMI bucket seats and a custom center
console bring modern comfort, while Classic Instruments AutoX
gauges keep the vitals front and center. Add in a Jensen double-DIN
touchscreen with CarPlay, JL door speakers, Kicker amp, and Quinn
Acoustic subs, and you've got a sound system as mean as the exhaust
note. With a Ron Francis wiring harness tying it all together, it's
as dependable as it is dialed.
This isn't just another early-'80s Dodge pickup. It's a one-off
blend of Mopar history, modern upgrades, and custom flair that you
simply won't find anywhere else. For the enthusiast who craves
something outside the usual Bowtie and Blue Oval crowd, this D150
delivers in spades: a rare platform, a legendary engine reimagined,
and a build that leaves nothing untouched.
Vehicle Options
- Classic Instruments AutoX Gauges
- Power Steering
- Front Disc Brakes
- TMI Bucket Seats
- Sliding rear window
- Ron Francis Wiring Harness
- Roll Bar
- Quinn Acoustic 6 inch Subwoofers
- QuickFuel 4 Barrel Carburetor
- Powermaster Starter
- Ported and Polished Heads
- Over $60000 in receipts
- Matte Blue Area 51 Finish
- Kicker AMP
- KC Fog Lights
- KC Flood Lights
- JL Audio Door Speakers
- Jensen Touchscreen Radio Double DIN w/ CarPlay
- ENGINE REBUILT UNDER 1000 MILES AGO
- Custom Center Console
- COMP Cams Camshaft
- Built 225 Slant Six
- Blacked Out Trim
- Aussiespeed Dutra Dual Manifolds
- Aussiespeed 4 Barrel Intake
- All new A/C System
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