One family-owned, passed down through generations, and always stored in the garage. 1949 Plymouth Deluxe Series P18 Specifications & Dimensions A 1949 Plymouth Special Deluxe four-door sedan was Plymouth's top-of-the-line model for that year, featuring a 218 cubic-inch L-head inline-six engine, a 3-speed manual transmission, independent front suspension, and a rear leaf spring setup. Key features included a "flathead" design, a bakelite steering wheel, optional features like whitewall tires and a sun visor, and a focus on fuel economy. There is some cosmetic wear on the paint and a few dents on the body. The Floor liner in the car is brittle and starting to come up in multiple spots in the car. The material that connects the backseat liner to the front seats needs to be sewn back together.