1969 Plymouth GTX Hardtop 4-Speed

Description

Established in 1979, PJ’s Auto World is one of the original collector car dealerships in the USA, located in beautiful Clearwater, Florida. PJ’s specializes in a wide array of classic and muscle cars, street rods, sports cars, classic pickup trucks, and resto-mods. More than 150 cars are available at a time within the collection, including this February limited release of 10 cars offered exclusively for auction, each ready for a driver to relive a memory or create a new adventure.

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“There's no escaping the attraction of sheer power in a car and we fell for the GTX…” reported Motor Trend magazine (January 1969). The 1969 Plymouth GTX stands as one of the most charismatic muscle cars of its era—a refined performer crafted for drivers who wanted both power and polish. Building on the dramatic redesign of 1968, the ’69 GTX received subtle styling updates, including fresh front and rear treatments that gave it a crisp, confident look without sacrificing its muscular stance.

Performance was the heart of the GTX, and in 1969 it delivered more excitement than ever. The standard 440 “Super Commando” V8 churned out an impressive 375 horsepower from the factory, while a new mid‑year 440 “Six‑Barrel” variant elevated output to 390 horsepower—an affordable and desirable upgrade that brought serious street credibility.

Though sales dipped due to growing competition from the cheaper, newly expanded Road Runner lineup, the 1969 GTX never lost its identity as Plymouth’s upscale performance flagship. Only 15,602 were built.

Refinished in white with distinctive matte black stripes and trim, this GTX features red bucket seats. It's powered by a 440ci V8 paired with a 4-speed manual gearbox. Numerous photos in the gallery show the extent of the refurbishment.

This 1969 Plymouth GTX Hardtop is now offered by the selling dealer with manuals, a broadcast sheet, a binder of refurbishment photos, and a clean Florida title.

Highlights

• Offered from PJ’s Auto World

• 440ci “Super Commando” V8 engine rated at 375hp

• A833 4-Speed manual transmission

• Sure-Grip Dana 60 rear with 3.40 gears

• Refinished in white with matte black stripes and trim

• Red bucket seat interior and black vinyl top

Factory Equipment

• 15” Magnum wheels with BF Goodrich Radial T/A tires

• Front disc brakes

• Power steering

• Front sway bar

• Driver's chrome sport mirror

• Tachometer

• Wood‑grain dash trim and steering wheel

• Center console with Hurst T‑Handle shifter

• The chassis number (RS23L9A148771) decodes as:

  • R – Car Line: Plymouth Belvedere/Satellite series, which includes the GTX.

  • S – Price Class: Special series

  • 23 – Body Style: 2‑door Hardtop

  • L – Engine Code: 440ci High‑Performance V8

  • 9 – Model Year: 1969

  • A – Assembly Plant: Lynch Road, Detroit, Michigan.

  • 148771 – Production Sequence Number:

Modifications

• Upgraded JVC AM/FM/CD radio

• Holley 4‑barrel carburetor

• MSD electronic ignition

• Aftermarket headers

• KYB shock absorbers

• Auxiliary tachometer and gauges

Ownership History

This 1969 Plymouth GTX Hardtop is offered from PJ’s Auto World

Included Items

• Broadcast Sheet

• Various manuals

• Binder with photos documenting refurbishment (images are also shown in the photo gallery)