Modified 1969 Plymouth Road Runner Convertible

Description

“The Road Runner’s styling, combined with low price and high performance, earned the model the coveted Car of the Year award.” So wrote Motor Trend magazine in their 1969 Car of the Year issue. Introduced in 1968 as a no-frills, high-performance vehicle aimed at younger buyers, the Road Runner quickly gained popularity for its affordability and raw power.

In 1969, Plymouth expanded the lineup to include a convertible version, offering open-air thrills alongside its trademark performance. The 1969 model featured subtle styling updates, including a new grille and taillights, while retaining the bold “beep-beep” horn inspired by the Warner Bros. cartoon character. The convertible featured that rare combination of muscle car aggression with a touch of cruising elegance. 

Only 2,128 Road Runner Convertibles were produced in 1969, making them highly collectible today. Standard power came from a 383 cubic inch V8 engine, but buyers could opt for the legendary 426 HEMI, though only 10 convertibles were factory-equipped with this engine. This stock-looking Road Runner is not one of those factory HEMI ragtops; instead, it was treated to a modern Gen3 5.7-liter HEMI engine, four-wheel power disc brakes, Classic Auto Air air conditioning, and other contemporary touches. 

Highlights 

• Comprehensive restoration and reimagining in 2016–2020. 

• Finished in Alpine White (W1) with Black non-reflective stripes 

• Baltic Blue Poly (H9B) vinyl bucket seat interior 

• Generation III ATK High-Performance 5.7-liter HEMI engine featuring: 

  • MSD Atomic EFI Throttle Body and Aeromotive EFI Regulator 

  • COMP Cams 112-501-11 Camshaft 

  • Dodge RAM 5.7L Serpentine Belt System 

  • Truck Block 

  • Compression: 9.6:1 

  • Horsepower: 400 

  • Torque: 400 lb-ft 

• 727 TorqueFlite three speed automatic transmission with Turbo Action / Cheetah Power Shift Valve Body 

• Classic Auto Air air conditioning 

• The chassis number (RM27H9G116328) decodes as: 

  • R – Car Line: Plymouth Belvedere/Satellite 

  • M – Price Class: Medium (Satellite) 

  • 27 – Body Style: Convertible, 2-door 

  • H – Engine Code: 383 cubic inch V8, 4-barrel carburetor, High Performance 

  • 9 – Model Year: 1969 

  • G – Assembly Plant: St. Louis, Missouri 

  • 116328 – Sequential Production Number 

Features 

• Mopar Direct Connection MPI 5.7L HEMI Exhaust Kit 

• “Coyote Duster” Air Intake with K&N Washable Air Filter 

• Working Air Grabber hood (cable controlled) 

• Auto Custom Carpets Sound Deadener and Carpet 

• Performance Car Graphics Moisture Barrier Kit 

• Dorman Power Windows 

• AM-FM 8 track in-dash stereo 

• Four-wheel power disc brakes 

• Coker Tire Firestone Wide Oval F80-15 

• Classic Industries Plymouth/Dodge Magnum 500 wheels 

Known Imperfections 

• Very few minor chips and scratches that have been touched up 

• Gas tank dented 

Included 

• Period-correct bias ply spare 

• Lug wrench  

• Jack 

Ownership History 

This 1969 Plymouth Road Runner Convertible RestoMod was comprehensively restored in 2016–2020. The Road Runner was purchased by the previous owner in 1985 and acquired by the current owner from his estate in 2023.    Additional Notes 

A Broad Arrow Auctions Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. Broad Arrow Auctions is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hagerty.  

Contact: Tim Rollinger   Phone: 912.596.2099   email: trollinger@hagerty.com