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1971 Plymouth Road Runner Restomod with Hellcat Engine Test Drive

Vanguard Motor SalesFebruary 13, 202610 min8,411 views
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A Restored Classic with Modern Power

  • πŸš€ This 1971 Plymouth Road Runner has been meticulously restored, featuring a Hellcat power plant under the hood, delivering over 700 horsepower.
  • ✨ The car boasts a gorgeous exterior with a sweet color, all chrome looking good, and distinctive amber fog lights, reminiscent of classic customization.
  • πŸ› οΈ The restoration included a rotisserie treatment, ensuring the underside is as pristine as the top, with beautifully finished wheel wells and floorboards.

Sleeper Car Aesthetics and Performance

  • πŸ’¨ The car's stance, with the rear end slightly jacked up, gives it a classic high school look, but it's a true sleeper designed to surprise.
  • 🚦 When the accelerator is mashed, the Hellcat engine provides incredible acceleration, sure to widen the eyes of onlookers.
  • πŸš— The paint is exceptionally smooth, complemented by Magnum 500 wheels and BFGoodrich tires, with body lines that are straight and doors that line up perfectly.

Interior and Drivetrain Details

  • 🀩 The interior is absolutely beautiful, featuring upholstery that looks brand new, complete with seat belts, headliner, and shoulder belts.
  • πŸ•ΉοΈ A Mopar four-speed transmission is hooked up to the Hellcat engine, allowing the driver to shift gears and potentially light up the tires.
  • 🎢 The interior also includes aftermarket AC vents and a unique cassette player, adding a touch of retro charm.

Undercarriage and Engine Bay Highlights

  • πŸ”§ Underneath, the car features machine gun tips on the exhaust, a new fuel tank, and a beautifully painted rear end housing with new brake lines and shocks.
  • πŸ”© The exhaust system is mandrel-bent stainless steel, and the rear end has a 323 Sure-Grip gear ratio.
  • πŸ’‘ The front of the car features disc brakes and stock suspension, with the inner fenders and core support painted to match the exterior.

The Hellcat Heart of the Beast

  • πŸ”₯ The engine bay showcases the 6.2L Hellcat engine with its prominent blower, all integrated cleanly with aluminum radiator, coolers, and AC condenser.
  • πŸ”Œ Wiring and plumbing are neatly done, making the engine installation look almost factory, despite its immense power.
  • πŸ“ž Vanguard Motor Sales offers this dream car, emphasizing its over 700 horsepower and beautiful restoration, inviting calls for purchase.
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