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Dodge Lil Red Express Truck 1979 on 2040-cars

Year:1979 Mileage:63669 Color: panels were stripped
Location:

Madison, Mississippi, United States

Madison, Mississippi, United States
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At auction is this really nice, 1979 Dodge Little Red Express pick up, serial number D13J59S195621.  In 1978, Dodge started a two-year only production of these very unique Lil Red Express picks ups.  Based on the Dodge, D150 pick up, Dodge manufactured 2188 in 1978 and 5118 in 1979.  In 1978, this vehicle was the quickest American-made vehicle in 0-100 mph.  The trucks came with a high performance 360 cubic inch Dodge V8 engine, like those put in Dodge police pursuit vehicles.  Each came with high performance heads and exhaust manifolds, a four barrel carb, and Hemi-style mufflers breathing through two chrome stacks.  They came with a special 727 load flight transmission with rear-axel gearing of 3.55:1.  Wheels, front and rear, were 15" by 8". 

This particular pick up was bought in 2003.  In 2004 the truck was completely restored in a frame off, nut and bolt restoration.  Since that time, the truck has been driven less than 750 miles.  The truck is as clean in the engine compartment and underneath as it is on the exterior.  This truck, had very few rust issues when the restoration began and none at present. In the restoration, the frame and many other parts were sand-blasted before being primed and repainted.  All of the exterior panels were stripped, worked, primed and sanded before being shot with the correct PY3450 MEDIUM CANYON RED PAINT using a base coat/clear coat system.  The paint is still fresh on the truck which has been garaged every day since its restoration was complete.

The engine, transmission, and rear end were all rebuilt, as well as, the front and rear suspension.  The bumpers were re-chromed.  The wheels have been re-chromed also, but the chrome was delaminating so we have purchased, mounted and balanced, NEW AMERICAN RACING VN69 ANSEN SPRINT 15" X 8" WHEELS. The engine came originally with a Carter Thermoquad 4BBL carburetor.  These carbs are notorious for leaks and other problems, especially after 35 years.  The carb leaked and has been replaced with a new Edelbrock 1406 Performer Carb.  It now cranks, idles, and runs fine.  The original carb goes with the sale also. 

The interior of the truck has new upholstery and carpets.  The paint on the interior was redone in 2004 also.  The truck has a rebuilt Chrysler Air Conditioning Compressor but it feeds a modern VINTAGE AIR INTERIOR A/C-HEAT-DEFROST SYSTEM.  The A/C blows cold and has recently been recharged.  The glass has no visible defects except for the rear glass which has been pitted (likely by welding splatter) in the past.  This pitting is not visible.  The truck is a power steering and power brake vehicle.  The brake system was restored in 2004.  The wood in and on the bed was new in 2004 and is in good condition, except for some minor cracking in a few of the boards in the bed.  All gauges, switches, lights, etc. operate as normal including a good sounding, original AM/FM stereo radio.

This truck is no doubt one of the finest examples of a Lil Red Express pick up in the USA.  I am helping my friend of 30 years sell the truck.  I have tried to take many photos of the truck and can take more for those interested.  I have a number of photos of the truck during the restoration process.  The truck is located in Madison, MS (Central MS near the intersection of I-55 and I-20).  Interested parties are welcome to come and inspect the vehicle and drive it.  Questions and inquiries should be directed to me, Mike Martin, at 601-906-1196 or by email at mikeamartin02349@gmail.com.  Please advise any questions or request for more information in regards to this vehicle.

Warranty Information:

This vehicle is being sold as is, where is with no warranty, expressed written or implied. The seller shall not be responsible for the correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no warranty in connection therewith. No allowance or set aside will be made on account of any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle, and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value and to bid based upon that judgement solely. The seller shall and will make every reasonable effort to disclose any known defects associated with this vehicle at the buyer's request prior to the close of sale. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs regardless of any oral statements about the vehicle.

Payment Information:

I prefer wire transfers as they are the safest and fastest form of payment though exceptions are understood. I can help with shipping or set it up for you.

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