Some classic cars are more eye-catching than others, and this 1971 Plymouth Road Runner really grabs your attention. From its spotless exterior to its numbers-matching V8, it is a vehicle that has much to commend it. The owner has decided to part with this beauty, so he has listed it for sale here on eBay. It is located in Baldwin, New York, and while the bidding has already reached $35,100, this figure remains short of the reserve.

The Road Runner makes a bold statement finished in a shade called In Violet. This color is the same as Plum Crazy, and I guess that it would be fair to say that no vehicle wearing this shade could be considered a shrinking (In) violet. Sorry about that! The paint holds a fantastic shine, and it seems to support the owner’s claim that this Plymouth looks as good today as it did when it rolled off the production line. There are no apparent issues with the paint, and the panels are laser straight. The graphics look crisp and clean, while the Road Runner features a functional Air Grabber hood. The owner supplies a good selection of photos, and they indicate that the vehicle is completely rust-free. The original Rally wheels add a nice touch to the exterior, while the trim and glass appear flawless.

The 1971 model year saw Plymouth introduce the 340ci V8 as the entry-level engine in the Road Runner range, and that’s what we find hiding under this classic’s hood. It should be producing 275hp, which finds its way to the rear wheels via an A727 TorqueFlite transmission. The original owner also ordered the Plymouth with power steering and front disc brakes. This combination didn’t make this the fastest Road Runner that you could buy in 1971, but a ¼-mile ET of 15.8 seconds was still pretty respectable. The news with this classic all appears to be positive. The car is said to be numbers-matching, and the engine bay presents superbly. The current owner has installed ceramic-coated headers, but it isn’t clear whether he has retained the factory manifolds. He also doesn’t specifically say how well the vehicle runs or drives. However, since he describes it as the “best out there,” that suggests that it is in sound mechanical health.

When we turn our attention to the Road Runner’s interior, we find a continuation of the theme of spotless presentation. The Black vinyl upholstery is in excellent order, as is the matching carpet. The dash and pad show no evidence of flaws, nor does the console. The faux woodgrain trim hasn’t developed the wear and fading that can plague this type of trim, and there is no wear on the wheel. It seems that the buyer won’t need to spend a dime inside this classic. It isn’t loaded with optional extras, although the AM/FM radio should provide some in-car entertainment on the move.

There’s no doubting that this 1971 Plymouth Road Runner is an eye-catching car. Its overall condition is exceptional, and there is nothing for the next owner to do but to slip behind the wheel and savor the classic motoring experience. It is a car that is perfectly suited to an enthusiast seeking a turn-key classic, and it will be interesting to see whether we have any readers who like it enough to submit a bid.