It’s always fun when you come across a vintage vehicle that was custom-ordered by the first owner, as it’s an indication that they cared enough to have the car built to exact specifications to suit their needs perfectly. That goes double when it’s a Mopar optioned like this 1967 Plymouth Satellite, and I agree with the seller that it’s uncommon to find one nowadays that came from the factory assembled like this. If you’re digging this cool B-Body, it’s located in Costa Mesa, California, and can be seen here on eBay. So far, the high bid of $7,200 isn’t enough for a sale, as that amount is still shy of the reserve.
Topping the list of desirable equipment is the engine and transmission combo, which consists of a 383 with a 4-barrel carburetor and a 4-speed manual transmission. Short of the Hemi, this was as good as it got for a ’67 Satellite, with the 383 rated at 325 horsepower. The good news continues, as these are both stated to be the original components, and there’s also a limited-slip rear end out back with 3.23 gears. A previous owner told the seller that the engine has been recently rebuilt, and while there is no proving paperwork, it’s said to be running beautifully with no mechanical work needed. The car was also ordered with no A/C, no power brakes, no power steering, and no side trim. Kudos to the seller for providing a photo of the decoded fender tag.
While the body has never been hit, some sheet metal work has already been performed, and unfortunately, it includes filler. The owner is upfront that proper panel prep was not done before the exterior got resprayed, but there’s something about the mean-looking outside appearance that just sort of works here. I might consider driving this one around for a while, and after a couple of seasons tearing up some asphalt, then taking the sheet metal to a higher level and applying a fresh coat of shiny new paint.
The seller mentions that the interior has been redone, and while it’s not entirely immaculate, things inside appear pretty good for the most part. A new steering wheel and dash pad would probably be money well spent, plus repairing the horn, as it’s said to be the only part on the car that’s not working. Down below, the frame and floors seem to be solid, and I’m guessing the 383 sounds intimidating with those old-school Cherry Bomb mufflers! This one could stand cosmetic work outside someday, but I’m seeing lots of positives and a very desirable B-Body here. How about you?
4sp. 383 hard to go wrong.
That’s a Road Runner in different clothes. Have a friend that owns a 67 GTX convertible and they didn’t make quarter repairs for a one year car. So he did a lot of welding to get the fenders in shape. If this is muded up there’s some work ahead.
Those dual exhaust pipes in my neck of woods where always called “Shin getters” but the stance of this machine maybe “Knee getters”
Crank up the shackles!!!
Credit is due. I criticize poor ads with lack of pics and or info. Here we have an ad with a decently informative write up, but what I really appreciate are the pics of the stampings and all areas of the car that gives prospective buyers a good idea of the car’s condition. Kudos to the seller for taking the time and putting in the effort.
The seller previously ran it as a listing with a set price of $24,500, which obviously had no takes. I’d guess the reserve is close to that number.
It may be a cool car, a 4spd has a way of doing that, but mid-$20’s is hard to see. The body is really ugly looking and those a relatively long panels which show less than optimal body work. The price of paint a car in California for many reasons, but largely related to labor rates is astronomically expensive.
Steve R
Hey Steve, I’m the owner of this Satellite and the reserve on the auction is substantially lower.
And appropriately so Chaz! Good luck with the sale.
Always loved the Satellites, sorry ya need to sell. Hope you find it a good home n wish I had the $$$ to make an offer.
Great design. Wish new cars looked like this.
Plenty of go, not too much whoa without power brakes, although that could be fixed. I keep waiting for square edged styling to make a comeback. There’s a reason for today’s slippery styles but you see hints of it in certain makes. Hyundai mainly.
I had a good friend who had one of these. His was dark blue. I always hated to hear the Chrysler starters. They always sounded like they were dragging.
Precursor to my favorite car, the Plymouth roadrunner. Beauty ride.
Love it 👍. Good ‘ol 383 4speed
Same color as my 1967 Plymouth GTX 440 4 Speed Dana 60 all stock with white interior I always have stored it inside and no driving in winter now has 42000 miles
When I got back from ‘Nam I took delivery of my ’69 SS396 Malibu ragtop that I’d ordered @ the Freedom Hill PX in Da Nang. I resumed my prior job, where a fellow employee had a 383/4-speed ’66 Satellite. My Chevelle had a close ratio M21 stick while Ralph’s Plymouth had Mopar’s wide ratio A-833. Though I had him in cubic inches, HP & torque, he’d “walk away” smiling & waving, winding out in 2nd while I was already in 3rd!….continually shamed & embarrassed was I!
Owning the same car with A/C and 4sp console I should point out some bad – the outside body looks really bad – glad he mentioned bondo because it’s all the way down the side. All the side trim is missing from front bumper to the rear (not easily found) and I guess a 383/4bl could sit around 5 months – date code on block 2/1967 and build date 5/1967 – but that is highly unlikely in the 1967 year. Does look like good bones and I would much rather have the factory “buddy seat” then my 4sp console……
This never had side trim. It was ordered with the trim deleted. Also there is not bondo “all the way down the side”. There is some bondo right where I said it is in the ad. Feel free to come and take a look at the car and I’ll be happy to show it.
WOW, an affordable B-Body, Big-Block Beater! What fun!!
Not a big Plymouth guy but this one is OK in my book. The price is OK and it would be fun to drive with that drivetrain. No major rust like some of the mopars that I have see in the past. I would just tuck up or get rid of those low tail pipes.
Ended at $15,200.
Reserve Not Met.