1968 plymouth roadrunner HEMI J code

1968 Plymouth roadrunner Additional Info:

1968 Plymouth Road Runner – Factory 426 HEMI, 4-Speed – Only 16,143 Original Miles – True Survivor!

Extremely rare opportunity to own one of the most iconic muscle cars ever built – a 1968 Plymouth Road Runner factory-equipped with the legendary 426 HEMI engine and 4-speed transmission. Only 108 of these HEMI/4-speed Road Runners were produced in 1968, and this one has survived in exceptional, unrestored condition with just 16,143 original miles!

This car is a true time capsule – largely untouched, unmolested, and retaining nearly all of its original parts, with a documented ownership history and long-term climate-controlled storage.

• 1st Owner (Cedar Rapids, IA): Purchased new in 1968, drove it for fun and on nice weekends. Occasionally made trips between Cedar Rapids and Des Moines. Racked up about 15,000 miles before selling in 1972.

• 2nd Owner: Bought it in 1972 and raced it lightly on weekends through 1977. After that, it was placed in climate-controlled storage, where it stayed untouched for an incredible 42 years – until I purchased it in 2020.

• 3rd Owner (Me): In 2025, I took it out of storage and had it professionally serviced to get it running again. The goal was to preserve originality while ensuring it runs safely and reliably.

• Engine: Original 426 HEMI was carefully brought back to life. Cylinders lubricated, fuel system flushed, and engine started without issue. Runs strong.

• Maintenance Completed:

  • Oil and filter changed

  • New spark plugs, wires, and coil

  • Rebuilt carburetors

  • Driveline checked and confirmed solid

  • No known mechanical issues

This car still has nearly every original part it left the factory with:

• Original 426 HEMI engine

• Original 4-speed transmission

• Factory intake manifold, valve covers, air cleaner, and even the original Mopar packaging

• Factory exhaust system with original tips (no rust!)

• Heater box & hoses

• Wiper motor and blades

• Original radio

• All glass and body panels are original

• Weatherstripping, carpet, and seats in excellent condition

• Factory floor mats

• Original HEMI hood with 426 HEMI badges

Comes with original center caps still wrapped, and a few replacement items ready for installation to return it to full stock spec.

• Will need inner and outer rear wheel housings if you want a full, stock-style restoration (easily sourced).This car was used

• primarily forweekend driving and drag racingup until the late 1970s. It has since been fully converted into aclassic old-school drag car:

• Mini-tubbedto fit rear slicks

• Black hood with Six-Pack scoop(original hood included)

• Currently header-dumped, but the original exhaust is included

• Other than that, everything else is present and solid – a dream project for a purist.

• This is an exceptionally solid, rust-free survivor

• Doors, trunk, windows, and hood all open and close smoothly – like a 16,000-mile car should

• No previous body repairs

• Paint shows its age because it was repainted in the early 70s. The orginal color was B5 blue.

• One small dent on top of the passenger door from a piece of plywood falling in storage (see photos)

• Never driven in rain or snow – no corrosion

• Comes with a complete ownership and history report

• Period newspaper articles

• Part tags and original Mopar packaging

• Original factory documents (ask for details)

• Comes with aWISE Vehicle Reportdetailing its full history and specs

Location:Car is located inMinnesota (MN)

Owner is based in Illinois (IL)

Call Kent at (309) 314-4166 with any questions or to schedule a showing. I'm happy to send more photos or videos on request