In addition to the iconic engines and body styles, Mopars are also well remembered for the wild “High Impact Paint” (HIP) colors offered from ’69-’73. Of these, perhaps none is better known that code FC7, a.k.a. Plum Crazy Purple…. more»
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Aug 31, 2018 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Restomod Candidate: 1971 Plymouth Barracuda
Originally packing an inline 6 with a floor mounted 3 speed, this ’71 Barracuda convertible could be made into the Hemi 4 speed convertible of your dreams. With a lot of interest in the auction this convertible has been… more»
Aug 31, 2018 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Rust-Free! 1966 Plymouth Valiant V-100
Different people look for different things when they’re vehicle shopping or just vehicle dreaming. The most significant consideration for me is whether a vehicle is rust-free or not. Having grown up in the upper-Midwest and having dealt with miserable… more»
Aug 29, 2018 • For Sale • 3 Comments
Droptop Twins: Two 1965 Plymouth Valiant convertibles
For Mopar A-body aficionados, here’s an opportunity to pick up a pair of 1965 Plymouth Valiant Convertibles! They are being offered here on Craigslist with an asking price of $3,500. They are located in Glenallen, Missouri, which is halfway between Memphis… more»
Aug 27, 2018 • Uncategorized • 23 Comments
Sleeping For 27 Years: 1973 Dodge Challenger
Under the piles of junk and a thick layer of dust in this barn is a Mopar that has been asleep longer than Rip Van Winkle! You might not be able to tell what exactly it is from this… more»
Aug 15, 2018 • Uncategorized • 19 Comments
Mopar Shelf: 1971 Dodge Charger
How many of you have heard of a high-performance bookshelf? Well, they are rare, and can often be very rewarding. This 1971 Dodge Charger has been tucked away in this garage since 1978 when the engine was rebuilt. The… more»
Aug 11, 2018 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Christine’s Uncle: 1957 Plymouth Belvedere
Even without Stephen King’s novel (and John Carpenter’s movie), the 1957-58 Plymouth lineup would still be extremely collectible. Arguably the cleanest of Virgil Exner’s Forward Look designs, these cars represent the boundless space-age enthusiasm of America in the late… more»
Aug 10, 2018 • For Sale • 41 Comments
Classic For A Cause: 1972 Plymouth Valiant
While never flashy, the reliability of the Mopar A-body sedan is legendary. In his autobiography, Lee Iacocca acknowledged “The Dart and the Valiant ran forever”, and recognized that replacing them too early contributed to Chrysler’s woes later in the… more»
Aug 4, 2018 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Basic Muscle: 1968 Dodge Coronet 440!
In 1968, Chrysler’s B-body intermediate platform was a veritable Swiss army knife, spawning cars that ranged from mild to wild. In the middle of that spectrum lies this Cornet 440, which is located near Dallas, Texas and for sale… more»
Aug 2, 2018 • Uncategorized • 19 Comments
Budget Mullet: 1983 Dodge Rampage
Car-based trucks are one type of vehicle that always seemed to be a better idea on paper than in reality. Melding the comfort of a car with the carrying capacity of a truck seemed like a sure thing, But… more»
Jul 21, 2018 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Disco Era Survivor: 1978 Plymouth Volare
It’s a bit hard to believe nowadays, but when the Chrysler F-body platform (Dodge Aspen & Plymouth Volare) was introduced in mind-1976, these were considered compact cars. All a matter of perspective, I guess. A bit hefty for a… more»
Jul 14, 2018 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Happy Camper: 1970 Dodge Travco 270
Baby boomers seeking a psychedelic trip to Burning Man (or anywhere) should take a closer look at this 1970 Travco motorhome located in Wooster, Ohio and listed here on eBay. With a starting bid of $6,500 and a BIN of… more»
Jul 14, 2018 • For Sale • 35 Comments
2nd Gen Beeper: 1972 Plymouth Road Runner
1972 was the beginning of the end for classic muscle cars. A few years later they would all be gone, victims of crippling insurance rates, the fuel crisis, clean air standards and changing tastes. Fortunately many models still kept… more»
Jul 10, 2018 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Plucked Chicken: 1962 Chrysler Windsor
1962 was a year of changes – both for the Country and for The Chrysler Corporation in particular. DeSoto was gone. Virgil Exner, the legendary designer of the “Forward Look” Mopars, would be gone by the end of… more»
Jul 9, 2018 • Uncategorized • 22 Comments
Potential Gold Mine? 1971 Dodge Challenger
With the way E body Mopars have appreciated in the last 10 years, this 1971 Dodge Challenger looks like a real gold mine for the $4,500 asking price. Check out this Challenger here on craigslist out of McGaheysville, Virginia…. more»
Jun 11, 2018 • Uncategorized • 24 Comments
Neglected Mopar: 1971 Plymouth Road Runner
There was probably a time when this Road Runner was loved, and maybe even someone’s prized possession. Whenever that was, it was very long ago as this car has seen some serious neglect for at least my lifetime if… more»
