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Thanks for sharing.......I love the look of the 69 Coronet R/T!
I was actually looking for a (in this order) 69, 68, 70 Coronet R/T or Super Bee when my search for my muscle car began.
I like the rear quarter panel scoops vs the stamped in detail, and I prefer the 68 R/T taillights to the 69.
While I was looking, a 70 440 Roadrunner came up for bid, and that's when I "asked permission" to bid on it. That one went way too high before it sold, but as my field of models and years began to expand and change, I really focused on the 70 Roadrunner, and 70 GTX to a lesser degree. I was still looking at 68, 69, and 70 Coronets too, but when I saw my 70 V-code Roadrunner, 4 speed, Dana 60, 440 6bbl in Lemon Twist and black with a black vinyl top I was IN LOVE! I didn't think I'd be able to buy it because they were asking $59k....
Everything fell into place though and I got the seller to go a lot lower on a phone negotiated price, and my best friend (who I hooked up with his 70 Roadrunner back in 1980) and I were off to Missouri with the car trailer in tow for a "turn and burn" marathon weekend to go get my baby! I found some problems when I got there that allowed me to negotiate a few hundred dollars more off the price.
Now I wouldn't have it any other way! Sure, I'd love it if it had a Gen 2 HEMI, but the 440 6bbl has quite the legacy and appeal in and of itself.
Sorry for the long post, but I really like the 69 Coronet R/T, and seeing it just brought back a lot of the emotions and enthusiasm of the hobby, and I wanted to share.
Love the color but whats with the vinyl top?Thanks for sharing.......
Here is one of our resident members SWEET A12 to go with your point at Carlisle this year...........
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I love the look of the 69 Coronet R/T!
I was actually looking for a (in this order) 69, 68, 70 Coronet R/T or Super Bee when my search for my muscle car began.
I like the rear quarter panel scoops vs the stamped in detail, and I prefer the 68 R/T taillights to the 69.
While I was looking, a 70 440 Roadrunner came up for bid, and that's when I "asked permission" to bid on it. That one went way too high before it sold, but as my field of models and years began to expand and change, I really focused on the 70 Roadrunner, and 70 GTX to a lesser degree. I was still looking at 68, 69, and 70 Coronets too, but when I saw my 70 V-code Roadrunner, 4 speed, Dana 60, 440 6bbl in Lemon Twist and black with a black vinyl top I was IN LOVE! I didn't think I'd be able to buy it because they were asking $59k....
Everything fell into place though and I got the seller to go a lot lower on a phone negotiated price, and my best friend (who I hooked up with his 70 Roadrunner back in 1980) and I were off to Missouri with the car trailer in tow for a "turn and burn" marathon weekend to go get my baby! I found some problems when I got there that allowed me to negotiate a few hundred dollars more off the price.
Now I wouldn't have it any other way! Sure, I'd love it if it had a Gen 2 HEMI, but the 440 6bbl has quite the legacy and appeal in and of itself.
Sorry for the long post, but I really like the 69 Coronet R/T, and seeing it just brought back a lot of the emotions and enthusiasm of the hobby, and I wanted to share.
What's the deal with the roof top?Thanks for sharing.......
Here is one of our resident members SWEET A12 to go with your point at Carlisle this year...........
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That is called a Mod top and it was an option from Chrysler.......Love the color but whats with the vinyl top?
Ive heard if Mod Tops on A-Bodies but floral arrangements on an A12?
And 69 R/Ts, verts especially are hands down the most beautiful cars ever made, IMO.
Im glad you found yourself a Plymouth instead of a an R/T..
Think of the timeframe......it was the 70's everyone was experience wild and crazy things.....The Mod top was an option and someone made a choice back in 69 to order it that way.....I respect that current owner did the car the justice it deserved....I think it would be weird to drive a muscle car back in the day with flowers in the top, I guess, guys old enough can tell us MO.
Think of the timeframe......it was the 70's everyone was experience wild and crazy things....
And Darrin did a heck of a nice restoration on it. Worthwhile to check it out if you get a chance. He is extremely knowledgeable on A12 cars and a super nice guy to boot.Think of the timeframe......it was the 70's everyone was experience wild and crazy things.....The Mod top was an option and someone made a choice back in 69 to order it that way.....I respect that current owner did the car the justice it deserved....
BTW he is an active member here guys.....
https://www.mooresmopars.com/modtops.htmlNow I remember watch that thread, beautiful color and the unique rag top would be cool to see it up close.