This rare 1969 d Runner is said to be one of seven known with the special-order Richard Petty Blue exterior color — and one of one, according to Galen Govier research, with its original combination of a four-speed, Air ber hood and a white vinyl interior. The car has been restored, with a replacement 383 engine stroked to 431 cubic inches. The car has been featured in a couple of Mopar magazines and is said to be in excellent overall condition. “It looks like new,” says the seller.
- The fender tag shows the 39 special order code and 999 paint code for the Richard Petty Blue color.
- A reportedly date-coded replacement engine has replaced the original 383-cu.in. V8.
- The ‘s 431-cu.in. V8 has aluminum heads and other performance upgrades.
- The cylinder heads and a replacement intake are painted in factory orange.
- There’s a four-barrel carburetor, electronic ignition, and a 3-inch exhaust system.
- A four-speed manual transmission backs the stroker engine.
- Per the seller, the body has been rotisserie restored and repainted the original Richard Petty Blue.
- stored back to all factory original condition, with the exception of the upgraded engine.
- There are no reported blemishes in the finish and no reported rust or damage in the body.
- All the exterior trim and chrome, including the grille, appear in very good condition.
- The restored white vinyl interior, with a front bench seat, also appears restored.
- There are no reported holes, rips or excessive wear in the seat covers or carpet.
- No wear is seen in the cabin, with the door panels, dash pad, and headliner also in good shape.
- Per the d Runner aesthetic, the basic amenities include little more than an AM radio and heater.
- Driveline equipment includes power brakes and manual steering.
- The car rolls on Cobra tires mounted on 15-inch polished n Racing wheels.
- Galen Govier documentation and registry information is included.
- Copies of the magazines in which the car was featured are also included.
- Original four barrel carburetor, intake manifold, exhaust manifold, and other miscellaneous items.
- There are no reported needs.
- This rare d Runner is one of seven known painted Richard Petty Blue.
- The special-order codes are shown on the car’s fender tag.
- A replacement 383-cu.in V8 has been stroked to 431-cu.in. and features aluminum heads.
- The car’s restoration included a respray of the special Richard Petty Blue color.
- The white vinyl interior was also restored and appears in very good condition.
The seller states that this vehicle will be sold on a clean gon title in his name. one of only seven known to exist, this special-order 1969 d Runner is indeed a rare Mopar muscle car. It has been restored and the seller notes it is in “like new” condition.