1981 Plymouth Trailduster

Exterior: Original Cashmere paint still shines and presents well from 20 feet. There are several spots that have been touched up with a brush, noticeable when you get close. A few hail dings in hood and roof. Glass is good including windshield. No pitting on chrome/stainless moldings/bumper. Though I'm certain it's never seen salt, there are areas of corrosion where mud packs in and holds moisture - behind left rear wheel (hole, visible), and in front of both rear wheels(small blisters, hard to see). There's an antenna hole on left front fender that has a rubber plug as shown. Underside is clean, factory stickers and chalk marks on frame and axles still present. There is a small rust spot in driver floor, where moisture collected from snowy boots melting. Again, check the detail pics including underside in the referenced Photobucket album below. 

Interior: Original, clean and presentable. Dash, seats, door panels all very nice - driver seat upholstery has had some repairs. Gauges all work(fuel gauge reads low), lights, heater, radio, etc all working - but A/C doesn't blow cold. Horn is non-op. Headliner sagging in a few spots and is pinned up in one. This truck was not factory equipped with a console, but the one shown is correct for it, and is included. Overall very usable and functional rig, ready to drive as is.

Mechanical: Starts, runs and drives out fine. Powered by the venerable 318 Mopar small block with bulletproof NP435 four speed and NP208 transfer case. Sort of a rolling anvil. No noise, smoke, or noticeable leaks. Equipped with the heavy duty 9 1/4" rear end, and HD 4000lb front end with highway-friendly 3.21 gears. New Flowmaster/stainless dual exhaust. Could use some carb tuning, it's cold blooded and has a flat spot off idle. A/C components are all there but doesn't blow cold. Clutch will chatter occasionally, especially in reverse. Fuel gauge reads low. Parking brake needs adjustment, it works but won't hold the truck. Currently running newer 33" tires that have good tread and no cracks - they are pretty noisy on the pavement. The aftermarket wheels shown have some blisters in the chrome. BOTH the aftermarket setup and all 4 of the original wheels are included, only have 3 of the original hubcaps, and they aren't perfect. As with any older vehicle, it will need maintenance and repairs along the way. If you live in a state with very strict vehicle inspections, they will no doubt and something for you to fix, so expect that. These trucks are noted for reliability and build quality, and are fairly simple to work on with good parts availability.

Photobucket album with detail pics including underside(copy and paste to browser URL)

https://app.photobucket.com/u/burgundyamx/a/9b089f18-5c64-4106-afad-bfc6fd4b1387

YouTube walk around, drive by, and driving videos(click on the links)

https://youtu.be/hHWpoBFAnew       (walk around)

https://youtu.be/1OTsUFAbJdw         (drive by)

  https://youtu.be/0ctWJbYPKvM       (driving)

Legalities: IF YOU ARE A ZERO FEEDBACK OR LOW FEEDBACK (under 20) DO NOT BID WITHOUT CONTACTING ME FIRST. YOUR BID WILL BE CANCELLED. Montana title is clear and in my name. As with all vehicles of this age it is SOLD AS-IS.  Please ask questions or inspect to your satisfaction before bidding or purchasing. All sales are final and legally binding. Bid what you are willing to pay.

Location/Shipping: Pickup will be in Helena, MT 59602, which is near the junction of Interstate 15 and Interstate 90. Transportation is at the expense and arrangement of the BUYER, but I will work with your transporter for loading, meet up, etc. Please research transportation options before purchasing. Once sold, I will cancel my insurance, so all liability for damages are the responsibility of the purchaser.

Payment: Winning bidder must contact me within 24 hours of auction end and make arrangements for payment at that time. A $500 non-refundable PAYPAL deposit is due immediately at auction end. The remainder is due within 3 days of auction end. If no contact is made within 24 hours I reserve the right to re-list the vehicle, sell it to the next high bidder, or sell it otherwise. Payment by verifiable funds such as a WIRE TRANSFER or CASH in person before pick up, whichever is first.

Good luck and thanks for looking!

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