Classic 1971 Plymouth Duster as a shorty with V8!

Brevity is the soul of wit! Or something like that ... In any case, the so-called "shortening"So that subsequent shortening a car body, even today a change that is sometimes carried out, but which is extremely time-consuming. However, if it is carried out correctly and cleanly, the result is always an eye-catcher. The best example is the recently introduced one Mini shorty widebody and also this special miniature version of the VW Beetle is a real eye catcher. And another “shortie” is this fascinating one Plymouth Duster from 1971. It was apparently already "shortened" back then, so the wheelbase of the Duster on just yet one third has shrunk compared to the series. The front and rear overhangs are against it unchanged. The doors became the same completely removedso that getting in and out is only possible by "Jump in" is possible.

fortunately a convertible

We know the jump into the vehicle from General lee 1969 Dodge Charger from "A duke seldom comes alone". Just that the Plymouth Duster Shorty one Convertible and therefore the interior can be reached a little more easily than with the Charger Coupe. The changed proportions and the lack of doors are by the way not the only changes. There was also a shrill one Painting in green and yellow, which in combination with the Air scoop on the hood probably supposed to interpret an alligator a little bit. It continues with classic five-slot rims, quick release on the hood, a new one Interior with the back seat leaning backwards without headrests and most likely the one positioned between the feet Selector lever for the automatic anything but convenient or even practical. Due to the significantly shortened cabin, there was probably no alternative.

with V8 and 5,9 liters displacement

And fortunately there was also no alternative in terms of the engine. Because the one installed ex works is still installed V8 with a displacement of 5,9 liters and with over 200 hp. And although the renovation is over 40 years old, it appears to be in excellent condition inside and out. Much better than most of the classics from that time. And best of all, the one-off is straight offered for sale. He is from the eBay seller "pastand present motor“Auctioned on ebay.com under item number 393672177032! If we get more information about the changes, there is of course an update for this report. You will be informed of this if you simply do ours Feed subscribe to. Have fun watching the pictures and stay true to us!

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Classic 1971 Plymouth Duster as a shorty with V8!
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