For Sale: 1979 Dodge D150 in Morgantown, Pennsylvania

1979 Dodge D150 Lil Red Express Pickup

Dodge released the Li'l Red Express truck In 1978 it was one of the most unique Dodge trucks that had ever been produced. The truck was a hit with the public; 2,188 were produced in 1978. With the success of the 1978 model, production of the 1979 Dodge Lil' Red Express truck was increased to 5,118. Most of the features remained unchanged for 1979 however there were some changes which included a catalytic converter, unleaded gas, 85 MPH speedometer". Thx tododgeconnection.com

For consignment, a 1979 Dodge D150 Lil Red Express pickup truck showing 33,906 miles, but the true miles are unknown due to a PA title exemption. With its stacked exhaust, wood side panels, and door graphics, the Li'l Red represents a showpiece of creativity with a touch of daring, paying off for Dodge and today, the model is often included in lists of historic performance trucks like the Lightning and Syclone, and that alone is a noble feat.

Exterior
Aptly chosen to fit the name, Bright Canyon Red was painted on all examples of the Li'l Red which was enhanced with pinstripes over the wheel arches, gold decal graphics on the doors and tailgate, and wood planks on the exterior sides of the bed. The highlight exterior feature has to be the vertical stack pipes, fluted stainless heat shields, and chrome exhaust tips which flank the truck like a diminutive 18-wheeler or something Hot Wheels may have created in the 60's. 15-inch chrome slot wheels are the standard shoes and visually pick up on the chrome pipes, and they are rocking 275/60R15's with an early 2021 date code. Stacked headlights, new for '79, live in a horizontal chrome grille with black egg crate inserts. The solid rear window overlooks oak planks in the bed with stainless rails, all in great shape. Imperfections include chips, blistering on the bed side tops, dimpling on the fender, scratches through door graphic, edge chips and surface rust on hood, flaking rust on rear fender, scratches, and bubbling.

Interior
Black formed plastic and vinyl make up the door panel on the red painted inner doors showing in great shape. Black vinyl bucket seats include a central jump seat that doubles as an armet while a 4 spoke steering wheel fronts a basic dash in a silver panel with gauges and an AM/FM radio with some slight patina. The remaining black dash is adorned with a woodgrain trim strip, vents, and A/C panel and we note some cracks on top. This is a column shift truck so the floor is open and covered with low pile black carpet in good condition under an uncovered, red painted ceiling.

Drivetrain
All Reds got the 360ci V8 with a 4-barrel carburetor and in this case, the carb has been rebuilt. The transmission is an A727 Torqueflite 3-speed automatic that sends power to the Dana 9 � inch rear with 3.55 gears. As part of the Express package, the truck has chrome valve covers and a chrome plated air cleaner cover with "360 Express" decal topping a clean driver quality engine bay.

Undercarriage
A chrome differential cover highlights a generally clean, driver quality underside with some typical surface rust and patina. The bottom side of the wood planks provide some contrast as does the dual exhaust which hits an H-pipe that leads to the vertical stacks above and there are no catalytic converters on board. Suspension consists of beefy coil springs up front and leaf springs in the back. Power brakes are onboard with discs in front and drums in the rear.

Drive-Ability
The fairly typical interior will make you forget that you're in an unusual showpiece, but then the movement of exhaust its skyward note upon startup will remind you, "ah, this is not your typical D150". It provides a tidy interior with great visibility, riding higher than most performance trucks. All functions on this Li'l Red Express work as intended. While Classic Auto Mall represents that these functions were working at the time of our test drive, we cannot guarantee these functions will be working at the time of your purchase.

The desirability of Li'l Red Express trucks has seen a substantial uptick as we get further away from 1979 and they are indeed rare trucks. What car show would be complete without a red express and this is your opportunity to own one. If you collect sport trucks, this one has to be in your stable. If you're a Mopar nut, this is one to cache. If you love vertical stacks but don't want to roll coal, this gas powered novelty is just the ticket! Any way you slice it, this is a special truck looking for a new garage to brighten

D13JS9S210041

D1-2 Wheel Drive D100 1/2 Ton
3-Conventional Cab Utiline
J-GVWR 6000-8500
S-360ci V8 4bbl 225hp
S-Warren, MI Truck Plant #1
210041-Sequential Unit Number

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