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Plymouth Road Runner 2nd Gen

Overview

Produced from 1971 to 1974, the second-generation Road Runner featured updated styling, larger body dimensions, and more powerful engine options including big-block V8s. It retained the lightweight, performance-focused ethos with optional trims like the Superbird for NASCAR homologation.

Distinctions

What sets this car apart, from being selected for the Octane Files to becoming a legend.

In the files

Selected for its history, engineering, or cultural weight.

The scorecard

Rated 1 to 10 on the traits that matter for owning, driving, and holding on to a car like this.

Desirability

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Rarity

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Driving Thrill

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Investment Trajectory

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Usability

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Ease of Restoration

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Cultural Impact

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Electronic dependence

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Market Data

Demand tier, price trend, and typical values by condition, based on recent sales data.

Desirability Tier

Blue-chipHighSolidEntry

Strong, sustained collector demand. Good examples never wait long for a buyer.

Value Trajectory

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Price by condition

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Buyer's guide

What anyone seriously considering this car should know first.

Why it's worth it

The '71 is one of the best-looking B-bodies; the Hemi was gone after that year.

Callout

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What to watch for

'71 Hemi clones exist - documentation essential; '72-74 are softer and less valuable.

The Story

Driving Character

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Design

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Motorsport Pedigree

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In Culture

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Where it comes from

Related cars from the same manufacturer family, like platform siblings or shared-era relatives.

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Rivals

Cars from other manufacturers that competed for the same buyers when new.

Rivals: Charger, Chevelle, Torino. If you like it: '71 Charger R/T, GTX.

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Owning One

Why collectors want it

The '71-74 'fuselage' Road Runner - the '71 with the 440 Six Barrel or 426 Hemi is the desirable one, with striking Coke-bottle styling before the muscle era faded.

Which one to look for

Road Runner, 440 Six Barrel, 426 Hemi ('71), GTX-optioned cars.

What owning one is like

Rust, cloning, '71-only Hemi authenticity, declining power after '71.

Upkeep & Parts

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All cars

Country of Origin

USA

Class

Muscle

Production Years

1971–1974

Units Built

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Marque

Plymouth

Model

Road Runner

Nickname

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Body

Convertible, Coupe

Layout

Front-engine, RWD

Engine

340, 383, 440 Six Barrel, and the 426 Hemi ('71 only).

Transmission

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Designer

Plymouth styling