In 1968, Plymouth was out to win customers over, and at the top of their performance charts was GTX. Today, the example offered here is even more. After all, the term “deluxe” would typically apply to any GTX, as it came with premium parts as standard equipment; however, this car is now completely retrofitted for modern driving enjoyment. In place of the old-school engine is a modern Gen-3 392 CI HEMI V-8 crate engine, detailed with custom valve covers and a chrome intake, TTI performance headers coupled with stainless exhaust, and a Griffin aluminum radiator with a period-style top. This is followed by a rebuilt A727 TorqueFlite automatic transmission now equipped with a Gear Vendors electric overdrive unit. There is substantial adaptation to the suspension as well, with new Mopar power steering, a QA1 crossmember and A-frames, QA1 triangulated rear suspension, plus sway bars and dual adjustable shocks front and rear. Fresh 4-wheel Wilwood disc brakes with an adjustable master cylinder complete those changes. The body is gorgeously rendered, covered in Silver DuPont base coat/clear coat paint. The soft red leather upholstery welcomes passengers inside, and this alone features over 1,000 hours of effort and cost $75,000 (verified by receipts) to build. Upgrades here include the Gen 4 Vintage Air, Dakota Digital dash, Flaming River tilt steering column, power windows, power seats and a 1968 GTX radio rebuilt to modern specs with Bluetooth. The vehicle features a pistol-grip shifter and other details rendered in carbon fiber, along with a custom two-tone steering wheel. An American Autowire wiring harness was also employed during the process, and modern sound deadener is visible in the refitted trunk. Nonetheless, many of these changes are subtle, and at first glance, you still see the classic GTX styling cues – an Air Grabber hood with Hemi callouts, blacked-out GTX grille, special cast tail panel insert, and chrome exhaust tips. This car rides on a set of new brushed metal US Mags and Redline-trim radial tires. If you want to be won over, this “modern” GTX classic waits for you.
