The GTX joined Plymouth’s lineup in 1967 as a “gentlemen’s muscle car” as it was a well-appointed performance machine, perhaps akin to the Buick Gran Sport. Based on the mid-size Satellite, it was redesigned in 1968 and had a budget-minded companion added to the mix, the Road Runner. The seller’s ’68 GTX is said to be a “true survivor” and looks as nice as they come. But it’s no garage queen at 90,000 miles. Located in North Vancouver, British Columbia, this Mopar is priced at $35,000 (USD?) here on craigslist. Tip provider “Curvette” is at it again!
GTX production ran for five years (1967 to 1971), then it became a high-end option on the Road Runner in 1972. Three generations were assembled (1967, 1968-70, 1971), so it may have been the most changed muscle car during its lifetime. Sales were a fraction of those of the Road Runner, peaking at just under 19,000 units in 1968 (compared to 44,600 RRs, which would peak a year later). A 440 cubic inch V8 was standard, so no less than 375 horsepower was at your disposal. An automatic transmission was also standard, but you could opt for a 4-speed instead,
We’re told this GTX is a survivor with original sheet metal. But nothing is said about the silver/green paint, and we’re unsure that it hasn’t been redone. The seller comes up short in the photos department, with only one of the two-tone interior (which looks great) and none of the engine compartment or trunk. Also, the box for body style was checked for “convertible,” which it is not.
But the engine, transmission, and rear end are numbers-matching. It has plenty of options, none of which include factory A/C. The Rally gauges include a tachometer, and you’ll get an FM signal on the factory radio when you get tired of AM talk radio. The vinyl top looks great, as do the sporty road wheels. The car has radial “tyres,” but the original Redlines will be included with the sale (for nostalgic reasons, I suppose). If you’re in the market for a GTX, it may be hard to find one nicer.
Look like the passenger side finder has been repainted,our maybe the door.
I would agree
That seems too low for this. High enough to attract a wishful thinker but well below what one would normally list for. Proceed with caution!
It sucks that the first thought when a car is reasonably priced or a good deal is that it’s a scam. If I lived close enough and was in the market I’d make an appointment to see it in person. There is no way I’d ever wire transfer a deposit. Hopefully the ad is real, if so it looks to be a pretty nice car.
Steve R
I’ve never bought a car without putting eyes on it and the paperwork for it. When you contact a seller you are usually able to get an idea if they’re real and you can go from there.
Corvette, neither have I, but know people that have. If someone lives in an area where rust is common and pickings are slim, I could see them making a deposit on a car like this in order to hold it until they could arrange an inspection or see it in person.
I agree, most people that are shading the truth have certain tells.
Steve R
Unfortunately , yes. And that may be why the price is where it is. High enough to be on the cusp of believability but low enough to create emotion and to get people to send a deposit to “hold” the screaming deal until they can get there and see it, like you just explained.
If a scammer in a low wage country can $500 dollar deposits from 5-10 people, that is a pretty good week or two’s work for them. I bet you the deposit would be low enough for the individual to not pursue anything serious after, and they might be able to carry it on a while before somebody complains and the post gets flagged. I’ll be watching to see if and when that occurs here!
That’s a pretty slammin’ deal if this is legit. It’s even worth dealing with the import issues
If this is honest and as advertised it will not last long.
I understand what everyone here is saying. What i don’t understand is 5 pictures. Are you teasing us with the lack of photos!!! No engine pictures. I would of had the max shots on the site. Oh i can dream having this and that Hurst 300. I would not need anything else 😂😂!! Since its up North country which is beautiful. Somebody better check this ride before buying. Oh here is a thought. Maybe the seller needs cash right away for something(Medical bills)and selling at this price will make it move. It’s beautiful and professional detail will make this paint pop. Good luck to the seller. 🇺🇸🐻
This car is in Canada….we have health care…it is unlikely anyone would be selling their “toy” to pay for medical bills. Just sayin’.
Same car was for listed for 43K in milford Connecticut according to some archived Google listing according to the vin.
Doesn’t make it a scam but the mileage is the same.
There’s a certain mystique to a G T X for me. Always liked these.
price seems light to me. not a lot of pics either. i think if it was legit, it would have already sold.
Worth contacting the seller to arrange an inspection either yourself or by one of the reputable Inspection Service Companies in the North Vancouver area.
IF it’s a “for real” car there won’t be a problem with the inspection being done.
Craigslist over that last number of years is chock full of scammers who ALWAYS have a reasom why an inspection can’t be done. Usually it’s something stupid like it’s already in the container to be shipped because the owner is in the Armed Forces overseas , or some other lame excuse.
The price is a giveaway at 35, 000 and it doesn’t specify US Dollars either.
It is a typical scam. Few pictures, no license plate images and a cheap price. If you want to be sure, have them send you images of the front, back of title, front and back of their driver’s license. You can also ask for an image of their home with their house number. Believe me, they will not be able to provide it. They are scammers.
The car sold last year for 114K.
According to the previous owner of this vin.
Complete Scam!
Haha way too cheap for what it is and the condition, even though the front fender seems to have been repainted. Steer clear of this ad, it’s a scam. This would be a > $100k car if all the pics and statements were true
Price =’s Scam!
The only way to determine the veracity of this ad is to start by contacting the seller and see where it goes from there. CL is notorious for having scammer people haunting the site. My favorite is the spouse in the military. I actually had one get huffy with me for not trusting her.
I contacted him and as we all knew, it is a scam. He wanted my email and personal info. Wants to send me more info before I can look at it, huh? I wish there was a way of catching and convicting these low life people.
100% a scam folks. It was advertised in Connecticut for US $43,000 and sold. Now it’s $35,000 Cdn. The pictures are the same from that ad. Search the VIN and it will come up. I’ve emailed the lowlife advertising this and will post results.
I know the area and I’m sure he will want a deposit and avoid any viewings.
I have been buying and selling cars since 1973. It was so simple then. Nobody faked cars, they were only four or five years old. Nor were there many scammers. No stupid Internet or AI. I am done with buying old cars as they are 50 to 60 years old and yes, will have had some body work. Yes, the price is far too low for a 68 GTX. And the listing was flagged. Always proceed with caution. I purchased a 1970 GTO in California in 1986, perfect car for $5,500, based on photos in a magazine and a paper tracing of the VIN on the dash. Car was better than described when it arrived at my PA house on a trailer. In 2005, I bought a loaded 77 GP SJ on eBay 1,500 miles from me, sight unseen, zero issues. Flew down, drove it home. Those days are over.. Sad, so many dirtbags today looking for rip people off.
It was a Scam and was flagged and removed