The Plymouth Road Runner was built with one goal in mind—delivering straightforward performance without unnecessary extras. By 1969, the formula was well established, and cars equipped with a factory 4-speed remain some of the most desirable examples today. This 1969 Plymouth Road Runner, currently listed on eBay, offers that classic combination in project form. Thanks for the tip, Curvette!
According to the seller, this is a real Road Runner originally equipped with a 4-speed manual transmission. That alone makes it appealing to enthusiasts who prefer a more involved driving experience, especially in a car that was designed around performance from the start. The car is described as a project that still needs to be finished, but a number of major items have already been addressed. The seller notes that new rear skins, floor, and trunk floor have been installed. Those are some of the more labor-intensive areas typically tackled during a restoration, so having that work completed can be a meaningful step forward.
The exterior has also been painted using a base coat/clear coat finish. While the listing doesn’t go into detail about when that work was completed, it indicates that the car has already moved beyond the earliest stages of restoration. Additional items mentioned include new tires and wheels, as well as a Sure Grip rear end. The car is also noted as being equipped with air conditioning, which is a feature not always found on performance-oriented cars of this era.
The seller states that the car did run at one time but has been sitting. As with many projects that have been inactive, returning it to running condition will likely require some mechanical attention before it can be driven regularly again. The car shows 78,777 miles and comes with a clear title. The seller also notes that it is for sale locally and that the listing may end at any time, which is fairly common with vehicles being marketed across multiple platforms.
The 1969 model year is often considered one of the high points for the Road Runner, combining bold styling with the kind of performance that made the name famous. A genuine 4-speed example adds another layer of appeal, particularly for buyers looking for a more traditional muscle car driving experience.
Projects like this tend to attract enthusiasts who want to take a car across the finish line themselves. With major structural work already completed and key components in place, this Road Runner appears to offer a solid starting point for someone ready to complete the build.
This looks exactly like a Roadrunner I bought to restore back in 97 when we sold the stock cars and trailer. I had some cash and aspirations for a red Roadrunner. Then after attending a summer of drag racing as a spectator at Keystone Raceway in Pennsylvania I decided to cut it up and build a pro stock, street legal drag car. Thankfully for both the car and myself there was a local Dodge technician who worked at Randall Chrysler Plymouth who kept stopping by and asking to buy it. He saved it’s life and it was restored beautifully. His son now has it.