Fond of A Bodies even though I own a B Body

[69318satellite]

Hi there,

I've always been a big fan of the 1970-72 Plymouth Duster (I like Dodge Demons and Darts too) even though I happen to own a 1969 Plymouth Satellite with a little 318. When searching for info, I more often than not end up on the "for A Bodies only" forum, so I hope you guys are going to accept a B Body owner .

Have a nice day!

 

[toolmanmike]

Welcome to the group! Post some pics when you can. We like all things Mopar.

 

[69318satellite]

Thank you for the welcome, I will happy to post some pictures very soon. I also love all things Mopar, my first one was a 1973 Dodge Charger coupe with, again, a little 318 later replaced with a 360.

 

[cojohnso]

My current stable is one A-body. One B-body and one E-body. For those looking to enter the Mopar classic car arena for first time? Hands down I recommend A-body. Even though the word is out. And their prices are also rising. They are still best bang for your dollar.

Just my 2 cents.

 

[Dartnut]

Welcome to FABO, I can't wait to see pics of your Satellite!

 

[69318satellite]

My current stable is one A-body. One B-body and one E-body. For those looking to enter the Mopar classic car arena for first time? Hands down I recommend A-body. Even though the word is out. And their prices are also rising. They are still best bang for your dollar.

Just my 2 cents.

I agree. I wish I had a bigger garage though...

 

[cojohnso]

I agree. I wish I had a bigger garage though...

We all do. Lol.

 

[69318satellite]

Here are some pictures :

 

[FISHYPETE]

Welcome, nice! My brother has a 69 Sport Satellite 318

 

[WV64Signet]

Welcome aboard!!

Nice ride...

This is definitely the MOPAR brain - trust in here

 

[cojohnso]

Here are some pictures :
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Purdy. Omaha Orange?

For me? The 318 setup makes your car a very good candidate for a Gen III hemi transplant?

So may options. So little time.

JMO

 

[69318satellite]

It wouldn't be complete without a couple of pictures showing the little motor and the interior. The seats were replaced by some previous owner a long time ago and they could actually very well be originally from a post 1969 A Body, they're definitely not 1969 but I like them:

 

[69318satellite]

Purdy. Omaha Orange?

For me? The 318 setup makes your car a very good candidate for a Gen III hemi transplant?

So may options. So little time.

JMO

I know... Well, I like the 318 anyway .

 

[toolmanmike]

That 318 looks perfect under the hood.

 

[cojohnso]

I know... Well, I like the 318 anyway .

Yup. Nothing wrong with enjoying its intent.

 

[cojohnso]

That 318 looks perfect under the hood.

Does look nice. But the tool man in me says. "Look at all that room!" Lol.

 

[69318satellite]

Does look nice. But the tool man in me says. "Look at all that room!" Lol.

I know what you mean lol. It makes it easier to work on though . Maybe someday...

 

[Scott_ 69HemiDart]

Welcome from West Virginia......................beautiful car!

 

[toolmanmike]

Does look nice. But the tool man in me says. "Look at all that room!" Lol.

Easy to work on if need be.

 

[69318satellite]

Purdy. Omaha Orange?

For me? The 318 setup makes your car a very good candidate for a Gen III hemi transplant?

So may options. So little time.

JMO

"Omaha Orange", you're right! I was convinced it was "Vitamin C Orange" but that must be it. Its original color was F5 green though.

 

[barbee6043]

Welcome!! Really nice car!!! I have always loved the B bodies and have had many but I am priced out of those models now days!!!! Thats whyI have an AMC and two Fords (1 A body) ... and I have not been banned here.....yet!!!!

 

[69318satellite]

Welcome!! Really nice car!!! I have always loved the B bodies and have had many but I am priced out of those models now days!!!! Thats whyI have an AMC and two Fords (1 A body) ... and I have not been banned here.....yet!!!!

I guess I got lucky to find mine at a decent price thanks to a coworker some 5 years ago. It was totally unexpected and I too thought I was priced out of the 68-70 B Bodies, I was more considering A Bodies or some unloved 3rd generation Charger. I can appreciate other underdogs such as early Gremlins or Matador coupes, as for Fords, Torinos and Fairlanes do it for me, even an LTD among others.

 

[missing linc]

Welcome from Alberta.

Great looking Satellite, probably my favorite b body!

 

[69318satellite]

My current stable is one A-body. One B-body and one E-body. For those looking to enter the Mopar classic car arena for first time? Hands down I recommend A-body. Even though the word is out. And their prices are also rising. They are still best bang for your dollar.

Just my 2 cents.

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A little late reply but, wow, you got a nice stable indeed! So many ponies, so little time lol.

 

[69318satellite]

I thought you might enjoy some pictures of my regretted daily driver: a 1973 Dodge Charger in the desert near Pyramid Lake, back when I lived in Nevada: