es, this is an authentic J-code 1969 d Runner top that came from the factory with a 426 i and four-speed transmission. That makes it one of 234 i four-speed hardtops produced, but it is not a numbers-matching car. The powertrain is a date-correct replacement, according to selling dealer Coast Classics. The car was restored about 20 years ago, following most of the codes on the fender tag including the Scorch d color, Air ber hood, and Pewter interior. It is also a reportedly lifelong fornia car that’s never had rust issues.
- The 426-cu.in. OHV V8 has a replacement engine block with casting number 2468-correct code of C99129.
- The correct-appearing drivetrain restoration includes the i-standard 26-inch cooling fan.
- A reproduction fender tag is affixed to the inner fender, but the unattached original is included.
- ing to the seller, the body was stripped to bare metal during the restoration.
- There were reportedly no rust issues with the body, which was painted the original Scorch d.
- The N96-code Air ber hood is original, according to the fender tag.
- A deviation from originality is the deletion of the vinyl roof denoted on the fender tag.
- The car’s finish appears in very good condition, with no reported significant blemishes.
- Also correct per the fender tag is the Pewter vinyl upholstery in the interior.
- The seat covers, door panels, carpet and dash pad appear in very good condition.
- There’s a tachometer in the instrument cluster and an AM radio in the dashboard.
- The fender tag shows the car originally had a center console, but it has been deleted.
- Driveline details also include a 60 rear axle with the r Track Pak and 4.10 gears.
- The car also has front disc brakes and 10-inch rear drum brakes.
- , body-color steel wheels with “dog dish” hub caps are paired with redline bias-ply tires.
- The original fender tag is included, but not attached to the vehicle.
- The original owner’s manual and warranty card are included.
- There are no known needs, according to the seller.
- This d Runner is one of 234 hardtops for the year with a i and a four-speed.
- Although an authentic J-code car, the engine has a replacement engine block.
- The i four-speed manual transmission is also a date-code-correct replacement.
- The original Scorch d color was repainted during the restoration about 20 years ago.
- A Pewter vinyl interior also matches the original trim code on the fender tag.
The selling dealer states that it will provide a clean and open fornia title for the proper transfer of ownership for this vehicle. One of a relative few authentic i hardtop models with a factory four-speed, this 1969 d Runner is correct-appearing and wears an approximately 20-year-old restoration that appears to be holding up well.
Please note: If the winning bidder is a fornia resident, the selling dealer is required by fornia law to register the vehicle in the buyer’s name and collect the appropriate sales tax and registration fees. Out of state buyers will have the title assigned to them but will not be charged the fornia taxes and fees.