1978 Dodge B100

DescriptionDodge released the Lil' Red Express Truck In 1978 it was one of the most unique Dodge trucks that had ever been produced. The Lil' Red Express was not only a real looker but these trucks were also real performers also. In 1978 The Dodge Lil' Red Express was the fastest American made vehicle from 0 to 100 MPH as tested by Car and Driver magazine. Quite possibly the first pickup truck engineered for speed! Because of a loophole in the emissions regulations the 1978 Dodge Lil' Red Express Truck's did not have catalytic converters, what the Lil' Red Express did have was a special High Performance 360 C.I. 4-barrel small block engine code (EH1) which was a modified version of the 360 police engine (E58) producing 225 net horsepower @ 3800 RPM. The package also included Hemi style mufflers with a crossover pipe breathing through 2 chrome stacks located behind the cab, a special 727 transmission and 3.55:1 rear gearing. This particular 1978 Dodge Lil' Red Express Truck spent the first 22 years of its life in a climate-controlled storage at Sutton, West Virginia's Elkview Dodge. Circa 2000 the trucks first registered owner, a Pittsburg native who continued the theme of climate control storage, enjoyed it sparingly for roughly 16 years and it then sold to an Iowa collector car Mopar enthusiast who also drove it sparingly in his 75-car collection. He passed away and we acquired it. 15 inch raised white letter tires on 7-inch Chrome wheels up front and 8-inch chrome wheels on the rear and there was no spare included. All 1978 Dodge Lil' Red Express Trucks were automatics, the interiors were available with a standard bench seat in red or black, which we have the red cloth bench. 1978 and some early 1979 Dodge Lil' Red Express Truck's used the "tuff" steering wheel. The Dodge Lil' Red Express Truck was a hit with the public; rare vehicle with only 2,188 produced in 1978. Li'l Red Truck Pkg. (YH6) Equipment Information: 1978 Code Description Bright front bumper MD2 Chrome bumper MD2 Chrome bumper Bright rear bumper MD3 Chrome bumper MD3 Chrome bumper Exterior paint color PY3442 Bright Canyon Red PY3450 Medium Canyon Red G.V.W. YW4 6100 pounds YW4 6050 pounds 360 cubic inch 4BBL V8 EH1 High Performance EH1 High Performance Automatic transmission (required) FA3 A-727 Loadflight FA0 A-727 Loadflight Oil Gauge LB2 Electric Analog LB2 Electric Analog Rear Axle AV2 3.55:1 AV2 3.55:1 Steering wheel LF4 Tuff Wheel LF6 Four Spoke Western Chrome five-slot disc road wheels RA3 RA6 Front 15"x7" Rear 15"x8" RA6 (5) 15"x8" Raised white outline letter radial tires WMG F WMH R Front GR60x15 Rear LR60x15 Also included as standard equipment on the Lil Red Truck. Dual exhaust with vertical stack-pipes, chrome exhaust tips and stainless heat shields. Chrome plated valve covers, Chrome-plated air-cleaner cover, Chrome-plated side bed steps, Utiline body side and tailgate oak body trim panels with chrome-headed prop nuts, Gold 3M pinstriping tape decals on tailgate and doors. Why buy from us? We are one of the oldest and largest Midwest dealers who specializes in collector cars, modern muscle cars and imports. We normally have 40-90 collector cars in stock. All of our cars are handpicked purchases, not consignments, that have been evaluated for quality, value and checked over in our shop to assure drivability. These cars are available to look over, test drive and evaluate at our location, by appointment only, due to the extensive amount of travel it takes to find these vehicles. People frequently buy collector cars at auctions and have no idea what they are getting, often regretting the purchase due to issues of condition, drivability, paperwork, etc. We have 45+ years' experience in the automotive industry and can guide our customers through the complete purchase experience including shipping if needed. We will happily consider all types of trades including multiple trades of different types if necessary. We also will p Read More