1968 Plymouth Road Runner 2-Dr. Sedan
The debut-year Road Runner coupe revolutionized muscle cars with cartoon branding, 383 four-barrel power, and bargain $2,896 pricing that outsold all competitors.
RM21A8R130978
170 CID
Engine
2-Dr. Sedan
Body
Windsor, Ont., CAN
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1968 Plymouth Road Runner
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Make Code | R | Belvedere/Satellite |
| Series Code | M | Fury III/Road Runner |
| Body Style Code | 21 | 2-Dr. Sedan |
| Engine Code | A | 170 CID Slant Six |
| Year Code | 8 | 1968 |
| Plant Code | R | Windsor, Ont., CAN |
| Serial Number | 130978 | Unit #130978 |
Basic Information
MakePlymouth
ModelRoad Runner
Year1968
Body Style2-Dr. Sedan
ManufacturerChrysler Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine170 CID
Assembly PlantWindsor, Ont., CAN
Plant CodeR
Pattern SourcePlymouth
Confidence95%
Original Specifications (Matched to: Belvedere)
Bodystyle lifespan1954 through 1970
Headroom front38.6
Headroom rear37.4
Height54.7
Legroom front41.9
Legroom rear41.4
Length206.6
Nameplate origin1954
Wheelbase116.0
Width76.7
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)