1980 Volare' Roadrunner- data plate codes to prove its real

[HotRod20]

Hello, can somebody tell me what data plate code(s) designates a roadrunner trim option for the 1980 Volare body" ? The seller claims its a real Roadrunner but the VIN has a "G" code 318 2 bbl engine. I would have thought the RR /RT engines would at least be a 318 4 bbl.?? I want to be sure before driving 8 hours to look at this car for sale.. Heres the first half of the VIN # HL29GA
Thank you
HR 20

 

[Ed Dorey]

I used this page to do mine. Broadcast Vin Fender Tag Decoder for Mopar Dodge Chrysler Plymouth

 

[HotRod20]

Thanks Ed, Ill try it...

 

[volare 77]

I found this online. I guess it is ok to copy and paste here.

"1980 Road Runner

Available on model HL29 Volare 2 Door Sport Coupe...........$4,872.00"

"A57 Road Runner Package - NA W/A04 Basic Group, A42 "Duster" Coupe Package, A53 Two Tone Paint Package, A63 Custom Package, A64 Premier Package, A72 Sport Appearance Package, J46 Gas Cap, K6X, M26, M31 Mouldings, S87 Steering Wheel, W11, W13, W15 Wheel Covers, Vinyl Roof or Other Mirrors - S77 Power Steering Required.........$586.00

Includes: Rear Air Spoiler - Bright Sill Moulding w/Black Surround - Grille Black Out Treatment - Black Headlamp Surround Windshield, Backlight, Drip Rail Mouldings & Windshield Wiper Arms - Road Runner Name Decals - Remote Control Dual Sport Style Mirrors-Painted Body Color - Road Wheels-Styled Spoke - Heavy Duty Suspension - "Tuff" Steering Wheel - Unique Black Gas Cap"

The largest engine listed is: "E44 5.2 Litre/318 CID 8 Cyl. 2-BBL - Torqueflite Trans. (D34), Power Steering (S77) & Power Brakes (B41) Required - NA W/N95 Emission Control System & Testing........$87.00" or "E46 5.2 Litre/318 CID 8 Cyl. 4-BBL - Torqueflite Trans. (D34), Power Steering (S77), Power Brakes (B41), & Emission Control System & Testing (N95) Required.......$142.00"

N95 is California emission equipment, which cost another $254 on to your Volares sold there. Standard engine was the E24 3.7 Litre/225 CID 6 Cyl. 1-BBL, with or without N95, depending on were you lived."

 

[HotRod20]

Wow awesome information...a BIG thank you! for your research

HR 20

 

[volare 77]

My question is what is the unique black gas cap? I know the super coupe had the special cap but the 80 RR?

 

[droptop]

Mine has a body color gas cap. Well, it did until I left it laying on top of a gas pump somewhere in Ohio. It has a chrome aftermarket gas cap on it now.

Road wheel- styled spoke.... LOL. More commonly called wagon wheels.

 

[Oldiron440]

The information was taken from moparts

 

[Dr Lebaron]

Maybe the most famous and big $ 80 F
https://www.hemmings.com/magazine/mus/2017/12/Hamtramck-Heritage---1980-Dodge-Aspen-R-T/3751336.html

 

[volare 77]

The information was taken from moparts

I posted it there too being he asked the same question over there.

 

[BudW]

The “Road Runner” is more of a trim option, than it is a vehicle type, when it comes to F-body’s.
The earlier Road Runner’s (B-body) are a different story.

I have seen a few F-body Road Runner’s with a /6 installed.

If you go to https://www.forfmjbodiesonly.com/classicmopar/threads/1980-plymouth-volare-dealer-sales-brochure.542/ and look at the brochure, page/picture #11 (second picture from bottom on first post), and read about the “Volare Road Runner” optional package, the very last line says it comes with a “Six-cylinder engine”.

My experience says most (7/8ths, maybe) Road Runners came with 318 2-bbls – but I have no hard evidence to prove that.
I hope that helps.
BudW

 

[HotRod20]

Thanks for everyone's help. I think the information provided is sufficient.
HR 20

 

[silverd1973]

Here is my 1980 road runner t-top I just picked up. Its a paint code midnight blue with the tan stripe package and interior. It needs a total restoration but at least I have it and its not going to the crushers. Its a 318-2 car.

 

[silverd1973]

Here is my 1980 road runner t-top I just picked up. Its a paint code midnight blue with the tan stripe package and interior. It needs a total restoration but at least I have it and its not going to the crushers. Its a 318-2 car.

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[old yellow 78]

paint code midnight blue with the tan stripe package and interior

Really nice color combo! Imagine what this RR looked like sitting new on the dealers lot!

at least I have it and its not going to the crushers

Congrats!! Another F saved!

 

[4speedjim]

The 5.2 4 bbl is/was only available in Cali. and Denver (High Altitude). All 318s sold new in Cali were 4 bbl. Otherwise NA. Our '80 w300 wrecker was a 360 2 bbl sold new in New York. Even the cop cars lost the 4 bbl and 360 was NA. They (M's) were still loved until they (State Police) went to the St Regis Newport that couldn't get out of it's own way. Those were the shortest lived cop cars ever produced.