426 Hemi "J" Code real deal One of 217 426 Hemi Four Speeds Produced! Marketing muscle in the 1960s took a big shift in 1968, and Plymouth made it happen. The company had seen sales fall in 1967 when it had limited the Hemi engine only to the new GTX, a well-optioned model created for well-off buyers. In 1968, the company came up with the new Road Runner, a taxicab on rocket boosters that broke the budget barrier. They sold 17,083 GTX 's of them with Hemi power, one of the highest-production quantities of that famous engine in a single model. On the other hand, just a mere 217 of the GTX 2-door hard top built in 1968 were optioned with that famous, the engine 426 Hemi!
. The individual with the wherewithal to order this J-code Hemi GTX back in the day created a beautiful, powerful car that epitomizes the mystique of late 1960s B-body muscle.
Painted in QQ1 Bright Blue Metallic with a striking white interior, the car stands out immediately. The GTX chrome trim, the special cast rear tail panel plate, and discreet chrome accents make this Mopar stand out. The car rides on 15-inch Magnum 500 wheels with red line tires, giving it a classic muscle car appearance from the factory back in the day. Of course, Hemi callouts on the hood blister inserts and rear deck edge signal what lurks within.
The 426 Hemi arrived stock with dual 4-barrel carburetors, race-bred bottom end internals, a solid-lifter valvetrain, extreme-duty 26-inch radiator and that big chrome air cleaner. Behind it here is the heavy-duty A833 4-speed manual transmission and a Sure Grip-equipped 3.54 Dana 60 rear axle.
Also on this Hemi car are the bucket seats, premium steering wheel, 150 MPH speedometer and in-dash tach, power steering, heavy-duty brakes, Hemi-specific suspension components, and large radiator.
Having ownership of a Hemi GTX is an honor shared by few, and examples that come up for sale continue to appreciate in demand and value. With its low initial production figure and even lower rate of availability today, this Hemi GTX is a highly desirable example of the breed featuring a great appearance.
1968 Plymouth GTX "J" Code 426 Hemi Four Speed!
- One Of 217 Produced
- Galen V. Govier Paper work
- Rotisserie Restoration With Attention To Detail
FENDER TAG
- RS = Plymouth GTX
- 73 = 426 Hemi Dual 4V Stage II
- 3 = A833 Four Speed Manual
- 45 = 70X15 Red Streak Good-Year Speedway
- 103 = Production Date Wednesday January 03, 1968
- 084160 = Shipping Order Number
- Dana 60 HD Axle 9.75"
- Axle Ratio 3.54.1 Sure Grip
426 Hemi Casting # 3468330-2
A833 Four Speed Transmission Casting #C97622
Intake Casting # 27080544
Carburetor Front # 4430S
Carburetor Rear # 4431S
This is the real deal 1968 Plymouth GTX "J" code 426 Hemi mated to a 4-Speed Manual Transmission that is numbers matching with a Dana 60 rear end with 3.54 sure grip! Finished in the correct, stunning color combination of "Bright Blue Metallic" with White interior. There is heavy duty brakes and suspension, factory radio, heat and defrost, Spare tire, jack and tire iron. The paint is fantastic with a deep shine and a mirror like finish. The body panel fit and finish is fantastic along with the chrome trim and bright work. The interior, trunk and undercarriage is extremely clean and looks amazing! Last is the engine compartment with the Legendary 426 HEMI and it is breath taking to look at. Everything on this Legendary Hemi Muscle car works and functions as it should! If you would like to be the next proud owner of this rare HEMI GTX or with any questions call 314-346-6039.
