If you’re on the lookout for a unique ride, something that will turn heads, then a Plymouth Prowler is what fits the bill. The Prowler’s short but interesting history saw it produced from 1997 to 2002, and in the latter stage, it was renamed the Chrysler Prowler. The Prowler was the brainchild of Chrysler’s design and international director Thomas C Gale, his avid love for 30’s hot rods is what made him approve of this design. What we have to offer is a 2001 Plymouth Prowler, the last year it was sold as the Plymouth Prowler, with just 23,000 miles on the clock available to be seen in the Beehive State - Utah.
This 2001 Plymouth Prowler is bedecked in a Prowler Bright Silver metallic paint, with a matching set of 17” front and 20” rear 5-spoke OEM wheels in polished chrome. The Prowler's unique design of the front is the open, Indy racer-style front wheels. The interior features leather-trimmed bucket seats in black with the Prowler logo etched on them. Air-conditioning is available with manual controls, an AM/FM stereo with a cassette player, and a multi-disc CD changer, with the sound output, sent through a high-fidelity sound system. Pride of place is taken by a leather-wrapped 3-spoke steering wheel with the Prowler logo prominently in the middle, while the front of the steering wheel hosts a set of buttons for cruise control, the rear features the audio system controls. While the RPM is located behind the steering wheel, the rest of the instrument cluster is in the middle of the dashboard surmounted by a body-color bezel. A nifty feature on the Prowler is the speed-sensitive volume control which is activated via a switch mounted on the instrument panel.
With just one generation of production, the Plymouth Prowler is powered by a 3.5L V6 whilst mated to a 4-speed automatic transmission. Power output is rated at 253 hp. Compared to the 1997 model the latter models were able to achieve 5.9 seconds in the 0-60 mph with a top speed of 126 mph which is electronically limited, thanks to the more powerful, aluminum block engine. Stopping power is courtesy of all-around vented disc brakes.
Car Location: Utah Silver exterior Black exterior All stock - No modifications For sale by 2nd owner 23000 original miles 2001 Plymouth Prowler Last year of the Plymouth before switching Prowler name to Chrysler brand Seller reports that "2001 is the last year that everyone wants" Recent oil and air filter changed and cleaned "Car still smells new" - seller
Few cars captured the spirit of 1990s automotive experimentation quite like the Plymouth Prowler. With its retro-inspired hot rod styling and modern engineering, it became one of the most unique production vehicles of its era. This 1999 example, offered from Nevada, Missouri, is finished in Prowler Red with an Agate leather interior and shows just 7,000 miles from new. With its low mileage and factory originality, it represents a rare opportunity to own a near-pristine first-year Prowler.
Can you imagine a hot rod being produced by a mainstream automaker, as a factory offering, and in 1997? Well, that’s what Chrysler did with the Prowler. In a rare show of creativity, Chrysler gave its engineers free reign to create a 1930s-inspired hot rod for the modern era. Just 11,702 units were made over a five-year production run, making the Prowler quite rare indeed. Today, we’ve got a 1999 Plymouth Prowler from Missouri for sale. This car has just 12,345 miles on the clock, and you can make it your own if you wish. The Prowler’s interesting design and limited production numbers mean that it’s definitely a future classic, so you’d best skip the rush that will come in the future, and get your hands on this one ASAP.
It isn't often that a team of designers is asked to use their creativity without any restrictions, but that is precisely the instructions Chrysler had given their team. The only request was that the vehicle was supposed to take its inspiration from hot rods that were famous during the 30s. So, under the instruction of Thomas C. Gale, the Prowler came to life, and it became the show-stopper car after the legendary Dodge Viper. Only 11,702 Prowlers were made, making it a collector's item. This specific example may as well fall under the brand-new category, as it is reported to have just 83 original miles.
Automakers don’t do silly things anymore. Like, say, create a muscle car and name it after a beloved cartoon character. Or spend a significant sum of money to buy the naming rights from the intellectual property holder of said character. Or spend even more money after that to develop a horn that sounds just like that character’s jaunty cry. That’s what Plymouth did in the Sixties, with the Road Runner. They paid Warner Brothers US$50,000 to license their Road Runner character’s name and likeness. Then, they spent a further $10,000 to develop a horn that said “Beep Beep” just like the character did on screen. Was it a success? You bet! In fact, if not for the Malaise Era’s impending arrival and renewed focus on fuel economy and emissions, the Road Runner might have run a little bit longer than 1980. Today, we have a 1968 Plymouth Road Runner for sale from Jacksonville, Florida. With a nice 383ci V8, an automatic gearbox and an aftermarket head unit from Pioneer, this 42,228-mile machine is a fine catch for a savvy collector of American classics – or someone who wants to start a collection.
Plymouth may no longer be around, but this storied American auto brand that was under Chrysler’s umbrella will perhaps be best remembered for their Road Runner muscle car. It may seem comical, naming a muscle car after a cartoon character – the Road Runner from the Road Runner and Wile E. Coyote cartoons by Warner Brothers. It might seem even more comical that Plymouth paid $50,000 to Warner Brothers to license the name for the car. And it might seem ridiculous that they spent an extra $10,000 merely to develop a horn that made the signature “Beep Beep” sound of the Road Runner from the cartoons. Remember, all this was in Sixties money, so you can do some calculations and see how much was actually spent by Plymouth to get this iconic muscle car as right as possible. Today, Road Runners are highly desirable, so we’re glad that one has come our way. This 1969 Plymouth Road Runner hails from Pittsburgh and has got a 383ci V8 engine under its hood. If you’d like to catch this bird, give us a call or shoot us a DM right now – don’t call the coyote who clearly needs some coaching.
Beep Beep! Move over, it’s the Road Runner! Named after the lovable Warner Brothers character from the Wile E. Coyote and Road Runner cartoons, Plymouth reportedly paid $50,000 to Warner Brothers for the right to use the Road Runner name and likeness. They spent a further $10,000 on development of a signature “Beep Beep” horn as well! Needless to say, the Road Runner was a massive success and remains one of America’s most loved muscle cars to this day. Now, we have a chance for one lucky enthusiast to get their hands on a massively upgraded 1970 Plymouth Road Runner Restomod from Milford, Pennsylvania. With its 440ci V8, Tremec TK500 5-speed manual transmission and Holley Six Pack Tri-Power system, this is one speedy car!
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