Restored in 2008, this shiny 1970 Plymouth GTX in Hawthorne, New Jersey needs nothing except a new owner to twist the key and stomp the gas. This highly correct Plymouth comes to market right here on Barn Finds Classifieds, where $74,447 makes it yours. Unlike the budget-minded Road Runner, the GTX brings style to the party. The GTX one-ups the cartoon-inspired bird car’s base 383 with its Super Commando 440, and this one comes with functional air conditioning and other comforts as well. What better tires could you chose than Goodyear’s own “GTX?”
With minimal miles on its rebuilt 440 cid (7.2L) V8, this GTX can still lay down a sub-14 second quarter mile time, according to the seller. Even the battery looks correct! It’s not easy keeping an engine compartment that clean, and for a 13 year-old restoration, this one looks great. The fender tag confirms what you see except for the missing factory V1W full white vinyl top, but few buyers will complain about the roof when they see this gorgeous EB5 Blue Fire paint. Thanks to the VIN and Fender Tag decoders at Passion4Mopars and StockMopar for some details.
The brilliant blue continues inside, and the center console, wood grain, and metal trim blend together in this attractive, purposeful cockpit. The sturdy 727 three-speed automatic was known for longevity and delivering consistent operation through numerous full-throttle launches. A genuine 8-track stereo begs for Black Sabbath’s Paranoid.
Dual exhaust, a black wing and tail panel, and the small GTX script announce this ride means business. The brute force of the 440 backs up the bling on this stylish hardtop coupe, which looks perfect for buyers seeking a turn-key muscle car that’s show-ready and air-conditioned for those Summer or Southern events. With a fully-restored specimen, the math is simple and the questions are answered. So long as the provenance checks out you know exactly what you’re buying. Are you drooling over this Garden State classic?
Darn it! I’ve ruined another keyboard by drooling upon it, LOL!! This GTX is simply STUNNING, and if I had the space & $$$ it would be mine! My only nit is that I’m not fond of the Go-Wing, but I could live with it! GLWTS!! :-)
Thanks for your comments and sorry for the ruined keyboard! Yeah, it’s a nice one! I’m not so sure about the spoiler either but that’s the way it is!
Paul
Thanks for your comments and sorry about your keyboard! I’ve ruined a few myself on Barn Finds!
Paul
Trades?
I know how you feel. I’m not fond of those wings either. If I owned a 1970 GTX, I sure wouldn’t ruin a cool car with one of those wings!
One very nice car!
Wow top to bottom; front to back…right down to the color, this is perfect
Thanks for your comment! Yes it’s a nice one.
Paul
Not signed by Richard Petty
Wow just think for about 170 grand you could have this and the 70 chevelle with 18k miles.
YES!! Great idea! Now where can we get the money?!?! Thanks for checking it out!
Paul
Before tar and feathering me, hear me out. First off, overall I like the car except for one thing: the spoiler. I have never been a big fan of spoilers on most car. I’d find a non-spoiler trunk lid, paint it to match the car and swap them out. Stick that one up in the rafters and drive a beautiful car in all it’s glory.
If you really wanted the spoiler or wanted it to eventually sell the car, then swap them back.
Tar and feather! No way. I agree but that’s the way it came to us so there it is! Your idea is a good one as long as we can match the paint!
Thanks for checking it out!
Paul
They are awful- takes away from the clean lines. Even if on data plate- fill in the holes and be done with it.
My prayers were answered sort of a classic muscle car with big block and A/C that works! Now if I just had the money lol
Sometimes prayers are answered! This one does have it all! Thanks for checking it out!
Paul
I always understood the engine lineup in the GTX SERIES to be the 440 with 375 or 390 HP, or the 426 Hemi w/425 HP. I am surprised to learn the base engine was the 383 as indicated by the author.
He’s comparing to the Roadrunner “The GTX one-ups the cartoon-inspired bird car’s base 383 with its Super Commando 440,” You are right- no lowly 383 ever sat on the GTX or R/T K Member.
They are awful- takes away from the clean lines. Even if on data plate- fill in the holes and be done with it.
Looking at the dash, the car does not appear to have factory AC. That’s a turn off for me.
Maybe a new pair of glasses are in order. The dash a/c vents are clearly below the radio
Sorry. I seem to remember vents on each end of the dash with factory ac. My bad.
I prefer a 69 GTX, better looker, cleaner lines + I love all 69 cars, Barracuda, Camaro, Challenger, Charger, Mustang, Road Runner & GTX. Had a 69 Z28 when I was a child [72-75], now have a 69 Mach 1 4 my daily driver. I’ve grown up a little bit. That was the year!