For many people, the thought of a museum conjures up images of paintings, stuffed animals, and other things forgotten within the mists of time. However, a museum can also be home to something very desirable. That was the case with this 1969 Plymouth GTX. The seller recently liberated it from its life as a museum piece and has returned it to active duty. It is beautifully preserved, and this iconic muscle car is ready to be enjoyed by a new owner. It is located in Macomb, Michigan, and has been listed for sale here on eBay. The owner has set a BIN of $53,900, and there are currently seventy-six people watching the listing.

It seems that life in a museum has been kind to this GTX. It’s Ivy Green Metallic paint shines beautifully, and I’m struggling to find any imperfections in the supplied photos. The same is true of the vinyl top, although it is difficult to determine whether this is Black or Dark Green with how the light hits it. Encouragingly, there are no signs of bubbling or any issues that might be a precursor to hidden problems. One shortcoming is the lack of information on this classic’s history. It isn’t clear whether someone treated it to a restoration before it was museum-bound or whether it is a stunning survivor. There is no evidence of rust, and if no problems have reared their ugly head after fifteen years on display, that could augur well for the next owner. The tinted glass appears flawless, as are the chrome and wheels. As always, an in-person inspection would be a wise move. However, if the photos are an accurate indication, I would be surprised if the process reveals any problems.

The drivetrain combination hiding under this GTX makes it the slowest offering in the 1969 range. Of course, it is worth remembering that “slowest” is a relative term. The car features a 440ci V8 that produces 375hp. The rest of the drivetrain includes a three-speed TorqueFlite transmission, power steering, and power brakes. If someone pointed this baby at a ¼ mile and buried the right foot, it would storm through the traps in 14.2 seconds before winding its way to 132mph. The considerably more expensive Hemi/four-speed cars sit at the top of the performance tree with figures of 13.5 seconds and 137mph. So this car doesn’t lose by much when you consider the considerable extra cost associated with ordering a Hemi in 1969. Now, do you see what I mean about using the word “slowest” in this article? It isn’t clear whether this GTX is numbers-matching or whether it was regularly serviced during the fifteen years it spent on display. The seller reveals that the car is in a roadworthy state and is ready to take its rightful place on our roads. He also mentions an odometer reading of 56,000 miles, although he doesn’t indicate whether he holds verifying evidence that confirms that reading as genuine.

When I started scrolling through the photos in this listing, I braced myself for some glaring problem or issue. It seems that I’ve failed dismally on that front because the Green vinyl interior is as immaculate as the rest of the vehicle. There is no evidence of wear on the upholstered surfaces or carpet and no cracks on the dash or pad. I can’t spot signs of wear on the wheel, and there are no apparent aftermarket additions. It isn’t dripping with optional extras, although the bucket seats, AM radio, and factory tachometer are welcome inclusions.

While I remain an advocate for the preservation of classic cars, the thought of seeing a vehicle like this 1969 Plymouth GTX languishing in a museum feels wrong. Its designers intended it to roam free on our roads, and for me, that’s where this car belongs. I’m glad that the owner has returned to active duty, and I hope that the buyer has the opportunity to enjoy all that it has to offer. It would suit a meticulous Mopar enthusiast, so it will be interesting to see if any of our Barn Finds readers are interested in pursuing this one further.