Some paint shades are conservative and subtle, but I’m pretty sure those words have never been used to describe Sub Lime. That is the color cloaking the exterior of this immaculate 1968 Plymouth Road Runner. It presents superbly, delivers performance befitting an iconic muscle car, and occupants will feel the benefit of factory air conditioning. This classic needs nothing except a new home. I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder Curvette for spotting this Plymouth listed here on eBay in Salina, Kansas. The seller set their BIN at $59,900, and it appears they are firm on that figure.
By 1968, muscle cars remained desirable high-performance vehicles, but shifting buyer tastes motivated manufacturers to add extra equipment and creature comforts. That raised sticker prices, providing the ideal environment for Plymouth to unveil the Road Runner. Produced to complement the GTX, it offered buyers equivalent performance but with a more spartan motoring experience at a lower sticker price. This first-year example makes a bold visual statement in Sub Lime. The seller describes the Road Runner as restored, and I beg to differ. I’ve checked Plymouth’s color charts, and they indicate that this paint shade didn’t become available until 1970. Such a profound change leads me to describe this classic as refurbished. Beyond that point, there is little about this gem deserving criticism. The paint has a mirror-like sheen, covering laser-straight panels. When it comes to surfaces to eat your lunch on, the underside shots confirm that the floors aren’t a bad place to start. The glass and trim are in as-new condition, and the spotless Magnum 500 wheels are wrapped in Goodyear Redline tires.
Lifting this Road Runner’s hood reveals a 383ci V8. That year’s Plymouth Sales Brochure quotes power and torque figures of 335hp and 425 ft/lbs, both figures more than respectable for what was the badge’s entry-level motor. A bulletproof A-727 TorqueFlite transmission sends power to the rear wheels, and this Plymouth also features power steering and power brakes. The seller encourages in-person inspections, and I would readily accept the invitation to answer a few crucial questions. They describe the engine as date-correct but don’t use the term “numbers-matching”. Some readers may consider that of little consequence. Still, the reality is that mechanically original classics typically represent better long-term investment prospects than identical cars carrying non-original mechanical components. Since this Road Runner appears to be fresh from its refurbishment, that factor, along with the price, leads me to believe it is a turnkey proposition ready for summer fun.
Considering this Plymouth’s recent history, it is unsurprising to discover that its interior is presented in a factory-fresh state. The Black vinyl upholstery is spotless, and there is no carpet wear. The dash and pad are immaculate, the headliner is perfect, and there is no wheel wear. Plymouth emphasized the Road Runner’s affordability by limiting standard equipment. However, this car features a factory radio and air conditioning. The seller emphasizes the rarity of A/C, but I’m unsure whether that claim is accurate.
This 1968 Plymouth Road Runner undoubtedly possesses the “wow” factor and can’t help but turn heads and draw crowds. I have researched the subject, but have found no credible information confirming how many buyers ordered a ’68 Road Runner with air conditioning. I am disappointed that the builder elected to apply a non-original color, but that is a personal preference. It appears to need nothing, and its specifications remain true to the muscle car philosophy. Are those thoughts enough to tempt you to pursue this Plymouth further?
Interesting color choice. Ready to drive. 👍 🏁
That’s a nice car. I always liked the fun colors as it’s something that we need today to brighten up our roads and combat the white,gray, black syndrome on our roads today.
Good looking Road Runner!!
Beautiful Bird! Your ✅️ right that color wasn’t available until 1970 and it took off through the early 70s on A and B bodies. I still love the car, it wouldn’t deter my interest. Actually it looks awesome
Great looking Road Runner but… for $60,000.00 i would want the correct body color that came with it. And the engine color is from the 70s. The correct color for a 1968 383 HP is Hemi Orange. You would need to check the engine block for the correct date code. And why did they paint it Corporate Blue? It’s a shame no picture of fender tag. Does the AC work? Since it has the original Air Temp decal on the quarter glass I going to said factory AC car. PB,PS is great to have. I would offer $45,000.00. I would drive it and enjoy it. Good luck to the next owner. 🇺🇸🐻
It’s been awhile since I read up on this but I seem to remember that the AC option caused a loss of HP. 330 maybe 320 so maybe that’s why the engine is the wrong color, but the body is the wrong color also so who knows
Not a fan of this color, though would keep it if the car came from the factory with it. To me, it telegraphs, “look at me”. The $60,000 asking price is high for a non-matching drivetrain with a divisive color change.
Steve R
divisive? Is it causing you some hostility?
Probably not for Steve but clearly for others. Colors can be polarizing for folks. People come into our store and will lend comment to an arresting color even when it’s not part of the reason they are here. They just can’t help themselves.
Great looking car. Then you see the interior. Bench seat, auto on the column.That option from 1965-1974 on any coupe should have been a $10,000 dollar option.
Luv the color. The seller has 3 other listings more pricey than this. Has one bad negative feedback, that is interesting to read.
The 3 other listings are amazing and rare muscle cars one nicer then the other. The prices are very expensive but in line with Hagerty prices and way out of anything i can or ever will be able to afford but looking is still free.
To each their own,probably the best color Chrysler ever came out with,in my opinion, but shouldn’t be on that car,and auto on the column,again,who and why would someone with a high performance car want that? Ill never understand. But still a beautiful car
I disagree on the engine color. I can handle a correction if I’m wrong.
Actually the asking price is pretty on par for the current condition, given the wrong color and non original drivetrain. Many figure that if the original engine is gone, what’s the diffs if it gets a color change? It would be interesting to know the original color…perhaps the boring tan. If it did have it’s original drivetrain the color change would be a mistake and you’d see a 30-40k higher price.
All things considered, this is a beautiful car.
Definitely a Cars and Coffee weekend driver!
The more I read the comments the more im convinced to the answer to my question.
There was a TV show, (dont know if it’s still on as I no longer have cable) where they restored Mopars. Usually Chargers and Challengers, but occassionally they would do a GTX or Road Runner. Just wondering if this vehicle was ever on that show.
Graveyard Carz??
For this much money this car’s color should at least be in the Mopar palette. It’s way too loud for my taste. Beautiful car otherwise. Seller obviously trying to get absolute top dollar for other cars currently for sale, catering to buyers with deep pockets but don’t know/don’t care. Not a fan but to each their own.
Graveyard cars
Worman is such a fanatic about originality that he would never paint a Mopar a color that wasn’t factory correct. I suppose that since this is his business and how he supports his family, that someone with enough money might be able to convince to him paint one a non factory color, but I bet it wouldn’t be easy.
That’s it! Thank you, Jerry and Ray. This old brain CRS anymore
A/C cars had turquoise engine, and had 330 hp. This is a hardtop initially they were coupes, so it was later production. This color was not available until 1970, but it still looks good. Whoever did the paint and body did great job.
Big Bear is wrong about engine color, 1968 383 engines were Turquoise or Corporate Blue. Not Hemi Orange. I Googled that.
Another Mopar painted a color it couldn’t even have come in, just like yesterday’s. That color looks great on a 1970-up, but not on a ’68, in my humble but highly accurate opinion. To each their own on preference, but I think it hurts the value.
good looking Mopar but for 60k the carpet should look a lot better than it does
I’m so over regardless of the motor division Sublime Green, Plum Crazy.
You’re all wrong. Dodge called it sub-lime. PLYMOUTH called it Limelight
Shame shame shame…..that color on a rare for 1968 1/2 Road Runner….the hardtop wasn’t offered on the RR until late in the year…..miss mine sold way too soon….
A lot of money for the wrong color on the wrong year car.