1979 Dodge Other Pickups

Lil Red Exp Pickup truck

8 - Cyl.

Automatic

D13JS9S174952

Gasoline

You are looking at a special truck produced by Dodge. Here is some history on it starting with the 1978 model year. 78 Lil' Red Truck Dodge released the Lil' Red Express Truck In 1978 it was one of the most unique Dodge trucks that had ever been produced. The Lil' Red Express was not only a real looker but these trucks were also real performers also. In 1978 The Dodge Lil' Red Express was the fastest American made vehicle from 0 to 100 MPH as tested by Car and Driver magazine. Because of a loophole in the emissions regulations the 1978 Dodge Lil' Red Express Truck's did not have catalytic converters, what the Lil' Red Express did have was a special High Performance 360 C.I. 4-barrel small block engine code (EH1) which was a modified version of the 360 police engine (E58) producing 225 net horsepower @ 3800 RPM. The package also included Hemi style mufflers with a crossover pipe breathing through 2 chrome stacks located behind the cab, a special 727 transmission and 3.55:1 rear gearing. The 1978 Dodge Lil' Red Express Truck rode on GR60x15 raised white letter tires on 7-inch Chrome wheels up front and LR60x15 on 8-inch chrome wheels on the rear and there was no spare included. All 1978 Dodge Lil' Red Express Truck's were automatics the interiors were available with a standard bench seat in red or black or with optional buckets and a fold down arm/rest console which was available both years. 1978 and some early 1979 Dodge Lil' Red Express Truck's used the "tuff" steering wheel. The Dodge Lil' Red Express Truck was a hit with the public; 2,188 were produced in 1978. 79 Lil' Red Truck With the success of the 1978 Dodge Lil' Red Express Truck production of the 1979 Dodge Lil' Red Express Truck's was increased to 5,118. Most of the features remained unchanged for 1979 however there was some changes which included a catalytic converter, unleaded gas, 85 MPH speedometer. The most noticeable changes on the 1979 editions was the new flat hood and dual square headlights replacing the round versions on 1978 Dodge Lil' Red Express Truck's and the 1979's rode on LR60x15 raised white letter tires on 8-inch chrome wheels on all 4 corners. Li'l Red Truck Pkg. (YH6) Equipment Sales Code 1978 Code Description Sales Code 1979 Code Description Bright front bumper MD2 Chrome bumper MD2 Chrome bumper Bright rear bumper MD3 Chrome bumper MD3 Chrome bumper Exterior paint color PY3442 Bright Canyon Red PY3450 Medium Canyon Red G.V.W. YW4 6100 pounds YW4 6050 pounds 360 cubic inch 4BBL V8 EH1 High Performance EH1 High Performance Automatic transmission (required) FA3 A-727 Loadflight FA0 A-727 Loadflight Oil Gauage LB2 Electric Analog LB2 Electric Analog Rear Axle AV2 3.55:1 AV2 3.55:1 Steering wheel LF4 Tuff Wheel LF6 Four Spoke Western Chrome five-slot disc road wheels RA3 RA6 Front 15"x7" Rear 15"x8" RA6 (5) 15"x8" GOOD YEAR Raised white outline letter radial tires WMG F WMH R Front GR60x15 Rear LR60x15 None WMH (5) LR60x15 Also included as standard equipment on the Li'l Red Truck. Dual exhaust with vertical stack-pipes, chrome exhaust tips and stainless heat shields. Chrome plated valve covers, Chrome-plated air-cleaner cover, Chrome-plated side bed steps, Utiline body side and tailgate oak body trim panels with chrome-headed prop nuts, Gold 3M pinstriping tape decals on tailgate and doors. As you can see these will be collectors items in the near future as they were limited production and do have a following . This particular example has been well cared for, has a recently rebuilt 360 V8 motor along with Torque Thrust type wheels. The original wheels are included with the sale. This truck runs and drives great and does everything it is supposed to do without any unusual noises. There is not any rust and appears to have been restored in the past several years and was done really nicely. There is supporting documentation that comes with this truck. We have this vehicle on consignment and it is available at our facility for your inspection. If you have any questions feel free to contact Melvin Benzaquen at 845-712-5500 Video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A6f_70pIf4I