Road Runner

Numbers-Matching Muscle: 1970 Plymouth Road Runner

It is fair to say that by 1970, America’s automotive landscape was changing dramatically. Manufacturers still produced muscle cars and high-performance models, but the specter of tightening emission and safety regulations saw large amounts of their development budgets funneled… more»

Same Owner 20 Years: 1971 Plymouth Road Runner Project

Despite an all-new design in 1971, Plymouth Road Runner sales continued a decline that had started the year before. Reduced demand in 1970 could be attributed to it being a three-year-old design with light sheet metal changes, but the… more»

528 Hemi: 1969 Plymouth Road Runner

Plymouth produced 81,105 examples of the Road Runner in 1969, but only 787 buyers paid the hefty premium for the legendary 426ci Hemi V8. This Road Runner isn’t one of those cars, but a previous owner made up for… more»

Muscle Car Project: 1969 Plymouth Road Runner

The 1969 model year was a banner one for Plymouth’s Road Runner. The company produced 81,125 cars for domestic consumption, with a further 3,295 finding their way to Canada. It marked a high point for the badge, with muscle… more»

Unrestored 4-Speed: 1969 Plymouth Road Runner

This 1969 Plymouth Road Runner is at one of those stages that’s getting harder and harder to find as time passes, as it’s still all numbers-matching and remains unrestored.  Granted, this Mopar would benefit from some TLC, but I’m… more»

BF Auction: 1969 Plymouth Road Runner

UPDATE – The seller has lowered their asking price on this Road Runner, so be sure to take another look and make them an offer! The owner placed this 1969 Plymouth Road Runner Hardtop into storage nine years ago…. more»

383/4-Speed: 1969 Plymouth Road Runner

We’ve recently seen some excellent examples of Mopar muscle crossing our desks at Barn Finds, and this 1969 Plymouth Road Runner continues that trend. From its stunning exterior to its spotless interior, there is little about this classic warranting… more»

Drive it Anywhere: 1971 Plymouth Road Runner

There is still enough warm summer weather left to embark on an extended road trip, but what car should you take? A sensible family sedan or a station wagon might seem the obvious candidates, but classic enthusiasts might find… more»

Rare 383/4-Speed: 1970 Plymouth Road Runner Convertible

Given the enormous lists of factory options offered by manufacturers, it is possible to make bold rarity claims about almost any classic. Sometimes, they are irrelevant because the combination doesn’t genuinely impact that car’s potential value. However, this 1970… more»

Original 383/4-Speed: 1969 Plymouth Road Runner

Muscle cars fell out of favor in the 1970s as manufacturers focused on complying with emerging safety and emission regulations. The badges lived on, but the vehicles wearing them were shadows of their predecessors. Thankfully, enthusiasts preserved cars like… more»

New Steel Included: 1970 Plymouth Road Runner Project

One of the challenges when selecting a project candidate is knowing what a buyer will receive for their money. More than one enthusiast has parked a classic in their workshop, only to discover they have opened a particularly nasty… more»

1-of-1? No Reserve 1968 Plymouth Road Runner

Claiming that your car is a genuine 1-of-1 vehicle is a bold move. With a steady stream of classics emerging from barns and sheds, there is a risk that an identical car might pop out of the woodwork. However,… more»

Rare 1970 Plymouth Superbird Project

The Dodge Charger Daytona and Plymouth Superbird were winged muscle cars designed for use in NASCAR. But a certain number of street versions also had to be produced. The Daytona came and went in 1969 and the Superbird the… more»

Wrecked and Bent: 1969 Plymouth Road Runner

Plymouth introduced its budget mid-size muscle car, the Road Runner, in 1968. It was an instant hit but was only available at first as a coupe (pillared or hardtop). When 1969 rolled around, they added a convertible which saw… more»

Worth Saving? 1969 Plymouth Road Runner

With the popularity of Chrysler B-Bodies seemingly having no end in sight, it stands to reason that one would have to be pretty far gone to even think about it not being worth saving.  I guess just about any… more»

Stored 44 Years: 1970 Plymouth Road Runner Roller

The Road Runner was one of the hottest muscle cars of the late 1960s. It was distinguished by its cartoon name and graphics and the use of a 383 cubic inch V8 as standard fare. More than 172,000 of… more»

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