1979 Dodge Li’l Red Express

This 1979 Dodge Li’l Red Express was previously refurbished and modified by Dave Koffel, an original design engineer for the model. The Mopar V8 is fitted with a Barry Grant four-barrel carburetor, aluminum cylinder heads, a Team G intake manifold, and electronic ignition, and power is routed to the rear wheels through a modified 727 three-speed automatic transmission. Finished in red with a wood-trimmed bed and gold graphics, the truck is also equipped with a custom exhaust system, a Turbo Action Racing shifter, electronic ignition, 15? Weld Racing wheels, and a 26-gallon fuel cell. The Li’l Red Express was based on the Dodge D100 and produced for the 1978 and 1979 model years. A handful of photos from the refurbishment are viewable in the gallery. Red-finished 15? Weld Racing wheels with polished lips and centers are wrapped in BFGoodrich Radial T/A tires sized 225/60 up front and 275/60 in the rear. Braking is handled by front discs and rear drums. The cab is equipped with a red vinyl bench seat as well as a color-matched dashboard, carpets, and door panels. Amenities includes three-point seatbelts for the driver and passenger, climate control, an AM/FM radio, and a custom mount for the Turbo Action Racing shifter. A signature from Dave Koffel is present in the passenger door jamb.