The GTX filled the slot nicely in Plymouth’s lineup as their luxurious muscle car, a bit more expensive than the Road Runner but offering a higher level of trim plus a 440 under the hood as standard equipment, so buyers could go fast yet travel comfortably while doing so. This 1970 GTX is said to have spent three decades sitting in a garage, but once it was discovered, all those years of dust were removed and a mechanical restoration was begun. There’s still some more to go, but this one seems well on the way to becoming a decent driver.
A couple of things to take into consideration are that there’s no fender tag or build sheet, and the 440 in the bay is not the original powerplant. However, it’s a running 1968 date-code block with things appearing to be in good order in the engine compartment, but the carburetor still needs an overhaul or a replacement component. Some good news is there’s already a new fuel tank and sending unit in place, along with a recently installed exhaust ending with the mufflers just before the rear end, which is an 8 3/4 Sure-Grip unit with 3.23 gears. The TorqueFlite is stated to be performing as expected, although the Mopar’s driving has been limited due to the carb issues and age of the tires.
B-bodies are prone to developing rust, and unfortunately, this one’s no exception. The exterior has been detailed and might pass as acceptable if it’s just a fun driver you’re seeking, but the seller is upfront in letting potential buyers know that the quarters have already undergone some backyard bodywork and will need replacing if a full restoration is in the plans. Some corrosion can also be spotted around the Dutchman panel and rear window, plus the front fenders aren’t exempt either, so it will be up to the future owner to decide whether to enjoy this one as-is or to bring the body up to the next level.
The interior would benefit from some love, but the dash doesn’t look all that bad except for at least one crack that can be spotted on the pad. The simulated woodgrain covering is one of the perks you got for going with the GTX instead of a Road Runner, but I was kind of surprised the original owner didn’t opt for something other than a filler plate next to the speedometer, such as a Tic-Toc-Tach.
I have to agree with the seller’s summary that this one still needs more work to become a daily driver, but the car does have a promising future if you’ve got the skills to get it there. Priced at $28,500, this 1970 Plymouth GTX can be found here on the Lugnuts Garage website, a cool family-and-friends-oriented shop located in Vadnais Heights, Minnesota, and we can’t forget to thank reader Mike Wismer for his excellent tip here. How would you envision moving forward here?
We did put a different carb old one come with car runs great now drove it around the block tranny shifts good
This GTX can be saved bodywork not that bad we seen worse on BF! I am surprised since it’s a GTX no AC,PB but it has PS. The dash was not ordered with Tic Tock Tack. This GTX was the strip down model. It’s a shame the fender tag is missing. And any other information on this GTX. The price is fair but $25,000 is better. Because the work involves lots of cash and patience. Good luck to the next owner. 🐻🇺🇸
Finally-advertising a car for sale with good photos of the underside too. This is another that would take some work but worth it to someone that is looking for a GTX project. We’ve seen much worse with much bigger prices.
It’d look good in my garage, but as the fixed income seems to be getting smaller these days it’s just a little too unreachable now. Still appreciate them and hope the buyer does for more than just the fiscal value.
GLWTS!
There’s still a lot of old muscle left in the garage for 30 years to come out of slumber ; this is one of many more unseen gems.
You are right, lots of people put their cars on hold while they were raising their kids, then decided to sit on them while they made a final push towards retirement. One friend had a 57 Nomad and 57 150, business coupe, which he raced parked side by side in his garage from the mid-80’s until he retired and moved in 2012. Another guy I worked with has a 33 Willy’s that he bought around 1972 sitting in the corner of his garage, that one will sit until his kids sell it. There are others desirable cars, some will return to the road by their current owner, others through estate clearances, but none are rotting outside.
Steve R
Just a question.
Did they come with A/C.?
Yes, you could order AC with the 440 4bbl engine.
Steve R
U code with that K-member ?
All 440 and Hemi cars had the K-member with the skid plate. Yes, it is a 440 car. Yes, it has a skid plate. Yes, it is correct.
I had am FE5 70 Road Runner more than 50 years ago. Paid $1,200 in 1973 from original owner. Had factory N96 and plenty of options. No ac. Buckets console AM FM, ps, black vinyl top and duat trails. Was a CA new so no chrome exhaust tips. Dad made me sell when I left for the Army in 1974. Good memories. This is a nice GTX, but too much money.
You couldn’t get chrome tips in CA back then? Learn something new every day.
Rough but, restoreable…no fender tag, non-numbers matching drivetrain, and no build sheet kill the value. If you restored it, you would never come close to recouping your investment.