Dodge released the Lil' Red Express Truck In 1978 it was the most unique Dodge trucks that had ever been produced. The Lil' Red Express was not only a real looker but these trucks were also real performers. In 1978 The Dodge Lil' Red Express was the fastest American made vehicle from 0 to 100 MPH as tested by Car and Driver magazine. Because of a loophole in the emissions regulations the 1978 Dodge Lil' Red Express Truck's did not have catalytic converters, what the Lil' Red Express did have was a special High Performance 360 C.I. 4-barrel small block engine code (EH1) which was a highly modified version of the 360 police engine (E58) producing 270HP. The package also included Hemi style mufflers with a crossover pipe breathing through 2 chrome stacks located behind the cab, a special 727 transmission, Hi stall torque converter and 3.55 rear gearing Sure grip diff. The 1978 Dodge Lil' Red Express Truck rode on GR60x15 raised white letter tires on 7-inch Chrome wheels up front and LR60x15 on 8-inch chrome wheels on the rear. All 1978 Dodge Lil' Red Express Truck's were automatics the interiors were available with a standard bench seat in red or black or with optional buckets and a fold down arm/rest console which was available both years. 1978 Dodge Lil' Red Express Truck's used the "tuff" steering wheel. The rarer 1978 Dodge Lil' Red Express Truck production of just 2,188 this year being the most desirable compared with the 1979 compliant catalytic converter and 5,118 production. Our original Unmodified, Genuine 32,369 miles, Numbers matching, as finished by factory production with these standard features; - Paint - 1978 Bright Canion Red Timber - USA Oak Factory Standard - Power Steering, Power Boosted Disc Brakes Factory Accessories – ‘Tuff’ Steering Wheel, Bucket Seats, A/C & Rear Gun sliding Window. Our Lil Red has had a near complete rebuild with many NOS parts to numerous to mention here, call for complete restoration details *** Non-Transferable Club Rego ***
