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    Forgotten Dodge Pickup Truck: The Fastest Vehicle of its Time

    autoexpresscarBy autoexpresscarApril 28, 2025No Comments2 Mins Read
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    The Li’l Red Express: America’s Fastest Vehicle of the 1970s

    In the 1970s, Dodge created a life-sized Hot Wheels truck that would become a piece of automotive history – the Li’l Red Express. This pickup truck wasn’t just the fastest in America; it was once the fastest vehicle in the US, period.

    Li'l Red Express Pickup Truck
    Li’l Red Express Pickup Truck

    The Li’l Red Express was part of Dodge’s Adult Toys lineup, designed to resemble real-life Hot Wheels with a Western theme. It featured wood paneling, a Canyon Red paint job, and rodeo-ready decals. Despite its unique design, the truck received mixed reviews and was only produced for two years due to its high price of around $7,400.

    How Li’l Red Express Became the Fastest Truck in America

    The Li’l Red Express boasted a 5.9-liter V8 engine, producing 225HP and 295LB-FT of torque. In 1978, it achieved the title of the fastest American-built production vehicle, even outperforming Corvettes and Camaros. This feat was possible due to a loophole in emission laws for light trucks, allowing Dodge to install a police-spec V8 engine.

    Li'l Red Express Engine
    Li’l Red Express Engine

    The truck could accelerate from 0 to 100MPH in 19.9 seconds and reached a top speed of 118.9MPH. Although it was later surpassed by Ford’s Mustang and Chevrolet’s Corvette, its legacy remained. Only 7,305 units were produced, making it a rare collector’s item. Today, a 1978 model can fetch up to $25,700.

    The Li’l Red Express may have faded into relative obscurity, but it deserves a spot in the Automotive Hall of Fame for its exceptional specs and toy-like looks. Its story is a fascinating piece of nearly forgotten automotive history, making it an interesting subject for car enthusiasts and collectors alike.

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