Plymouth went back to the drawing board to create new car with the biggest bang for the buck. They started with a stripped pillared version of the Belvedere, and created a new class of musclecar that was full of power and excitement, with a minimal price tag. In 1968, the new Road Runner was unveiled and came standard with the 383-cid V-8, and later added a 440-cid V-8 with either a four-barrel or a “six pack” as an option for the 1969 model year. In 1969 the Road Runner would claim the title and trophy for Motor Trend’s Car of the Year. Due to the success of the Road Runner, a convertible model was introduced with only 2,128 being made.

The Plymouth offered here finished an extensive restoration in 2011 and is finished in orange with a complementary white convertible top, fresh air hood and chrome road wheels. The interior sports black and contoured front bucket seats, rear bench seat, radio and a center console with woodgrain panel. It is equipped with the 383-cid V-8 engine with dual exhaust, four-barrel carburetor and Coyote Duster air cleaner. Per the data tag it was equipped with a console-shift heavy-duty automatic transmission, power steering and brakes.

This fine example of a Road Runner has been restored and remains in excellent condition with clean, un-frilled performance. This represents a rare convertible to add to any car or Mopar collection. Advertised with the note that the “Road Runner catches more than its share of youth appeal.”