Plymouth trucks were sporadic and short-lived at best. A few of them were the Arrow, the TrailDuster, the Scamp, and some others early on in Plymouth history. While the Plymouth lineup was pretty much forgettable (apart from the Prowler leading to the division’s demise), the company’s string of concept cars was the opposite. Some Plymouth concepts foretold what we’re seeing today while others pushed the envelope and a few explored recycled plastic technology. One concept vehicle that never came to fruition was a truck. So what if we created one?
Since Plymouth had a long performance history, it seemed natural to spin off a version of the Dodge Magnum 440 truck with a few muscle car details from the GTX. The bright lime green GTX color is used here because it seemed appropriate to show a striking color on an eight-lug Plymouth few people would have imagined seeing in the first place. If made from the recycled plastic, the lime color probably would have had a satin finish.
The retractable hoodscoop positioned within a matte black hood is a throwback to the ’71 GTX with its Jaws-like cartoon design seen when open. The white side stripes are lifted from the ’70 GTX. The road lights are centered and close together like the GTX, and the black corner bumper shapes are a combination of Prowler-like bumperettes with inner intakes.
Ted Alexander was one of those kids who always drew cars. Today, as a freelance designer/illustrator, his car, truck, and bus illustrations and designs are created for companies, magazines, and racing events. His automotive work is shared with a successful advertising career that includes designing brochures and logos and illustrating products for Chicago-area companies. His brochures have won national design awards, and his logo designs have been featured in American and international design annuals.