The 1969 Plymouth Road Runner has always been one of the icons of the muscle car era, but finding one as a convertible is another story entirely. This example, listed on eBay, combines a 383 V8 with a four-speed manual transmission and an automatic power convertible top. According to the seller, it’s one of 2,128 Road Runner convertibles built for the 1969 model year, making it a car that’s likely to catch the attention of Mopar enthusiasts. Thanks for the tip, Curvette!
The seller states that this Road Runner has 77,000 original miles and has had only two caretakers since new. According to the listing, the current owner acquired the car after the original owner sold it to a dealership. It’s finished in Bright Red with a white interior and a white power-operated convertible top, a combination that gives the car a distinctly late-1960s look.
Power comes from a 383 cubic-inch B-Series V8 equipped with a Carter four-barrel carburetor. The seller notes that the engine was rated at 335 horsepower and 425 lb-ft of torque when new. Shifting duties are handled by a four-speed manual transmission, sending power to the rear wheels. The listing also mentions that the car has been regularly serviced and recently received a new Optima Red Top AGM battery.
According to the seller, this Road Runner is equipped with optional power front disc brakes. Other features mentioned in the listing include a locking glovebox, floor shifter, roll-up windows, vent windows, and the familiar three-spoke steering wheel with the signature “beep-beep” Road Runner horn button. The passenger side of the dashboard carries the Road Runner logo, while an aftermarket radio head unit has been installed. The seller says the original push-button AM/FM radio is included with the sale.
Outside, the car is described as wearing Bright Red paint with black hood stripes. Additional features listed include chrome bumpers, a vented hood, polished round mirrors, Road Runner badging, quad headlights, and dual exhaust finishers. Magnum 500-style wheels wrapped in Cooper Cobra Radial GT tires complete the package. The seller also notes that the convertible boot cover is included.
The listing states that the Road Runner has always been garage kept, though buyers should always inspect a vehicle themselves to determine its current condition. As with any classic muscle car, the opportunity to see it in person and ask questions can provide valuable insight beyond what’s written in an online advertisement. Convertible muscle cars occupy a special place in the collector world because they combine big-engine performance with open-air cruising, and Plymouth built relatively few Road Runner convertibles compared to the hardtops. That alone makes them memorable whenever one surfaces. For someone who enjoys factory muscle cars with a manual transmission, this Road Runner checks several appealing boxes according to the seller. Whether it’s destined for weekend cruises or a spot in a larger Mopar collection, it’s certainly one that deserves a closer look.
4 speed is perfect in this
You can say that again, bonehead
4 speed is perfect in this
Nope Air cleaner is crooked. LOL
Real nice drop top!!!!!
Does not look like the hood is vented. I think they are just block off plates, don’t see an opening in the hood insulation. Is a really nice looking car.
That is the stock hood, no vents. Available was the “Air Grabber” vacuum-operated fresh-air induction system. If this was a 6-Pack option, the large oval air cleaner had the cool Coyote Duster decal. The Air Grabber used different inserts, and on a 69 the air openings were an expanded metal, painted red. I’m not a MOPAR guy, but how can you not like a 69 road Runner?
Does not have the N96 option which could be had with just the single 4barrel carb and would be on the fender tag.
With a legacy like this, and so many others, I will never understand why the Plymouth Division was shuttered. Gorgeous car!
At Chrysler, Plymouth was for middle and lower priced cars. Chrysler gave up on competing with imports in those markets.
Cast iron A833 proved a pretty rugged unit. Load up this sweet Mopar with the friends and family and drop the clutch 👍🏁
Although 2128 Road Runner verts were made in model year 1969, only 769 had manual transmissions. I have one of them. The car looks clean in the photos and the buy it now price of $48,500 is a very good deal. If I didn’t already have one I would seriously consider it.
”The exterior is finished in Bright Red (R-4) with black stripes down the hood.” It’s called ‘Performance Red’! R6 is on the tag. which is ‘Scorch Red’. https://www.69roadrunner.net/mopar/threads/post-one-of-every-color-69-road-runner.11259/ I like the red Pie Plate/pan. They came in orange also, which would look good with the engine color.White interior is interesting and a great contrast to the red. 335Hp 383 has plenty of pep. A833 tranny is strong with the 23 spline input, Hemi got the 18Sp. and -60 diff. Standard wheel, bench and a tach. are odd. Power brake booster/master are new. Marc. 69RR R4 red owner.
A 1969 with the ignition switch and lock on the dash? I would have thought they’d be on the steering column that year.
Nope….1970….1968 really didn’t help GM………..
Air grabber was also an option on 383s standard on the Hemi but they are cable operated the vacuum was 1970. Also has the one year only original road wheels which have a stainless ring unlike a magnum 500.
Three eighty three 4-speed red ragtop Roadrunner? When do we go?
No vacuum on the grabber till 70. Manual operation with a cable. No ignition on the column till 70 either.