1977 Plymouth Trail Duster Macho 4x4

2dr Sport Utility Vehicle 4x4

6-cyl. 225cid/100hp 1bbl

#1 Concours condition#1 Concours
#2 Excellent condition#2 Excellent
#3 Good condition#3 Good

$20,800*

-6.7%
#4 Fair condition#4 Fair
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1974-1980 Plymouth Trail Duster stats
Highest sale
$46,200
Lowest sale
$13,125
Most recent sale
$15,400
Sales
19

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Model overview

Model description

Those who kept up with the burgeoning multiurpose vehicle market in the early 1970s (before the term SUV was coined) knew that GM had a winner in its Blazer/Jimmy full-sized two-door, off-road truck-based wagon. While sales of it were growing, Ford Bronco sales were spiraling downward. Watching from a distance, Chrysler knew which way to go to tap the MPV market, introducing their own line of full-size off-roaders. And not just one, but two – the AW100 Dodge Ramcharger and the PW100 Plymouth Trail Duster.

Like the Blazer, it was based on the half-ton pickup. In Chrysler’s case, it was the Dodge W100 four-wheel drive (with the Plymouth being the purest example of a badge engineered copy of the Dodge). Introduced midway in the 1974 model year, one big difference that they had from the Blazer/Jimmy combo was that the Mopar’s came standard with a collapsible soft top, with a hard top as an option.

1975 saw the addition of two-wheel drive (series AD100 and PD100 respectively) and the 225 cid slant-six as the standard engine. Both could easily be reasoned as the Ramcharger/Trailduster was introduced during the first oil crisis, so something more fuel efficient than the all-wheel drive ‘74’s standard 318 cid V-8 was deemed necessary. By the end of 1975, however, America was getting back to normal, albeit with more expensive gasoline. Yet the country was experiencing a boom in recreational light truck sales, so Chrysler was in the right place at the right time with their twin MPVs. For once, they were number two in sales for a truck market segment. That changed, though, when Ford introduced their full-sized Bronco in 1978. 1979 then saw a reversal in roof availability for the Chryslers. The hardtop became standard, with the soft top now an extra-cost option.

1980 saw a revised front fascia for Dodge trucks, which carried over to the Ramcharger/Trail Duster. 1981 saw a new hardtop for the pair, but this was to be the last year for the Trail Duster. On the other hand, the Ramcharger lasted as long as the generation of pickups it was mated to (1993).

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Common Questions

The value of a 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster Macho 4x4 can vary greatly depending on its condition, mileage, options, and history. Typically, you can expect to pay around $23,480 for a 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster Macho 4x4 in good condition with average spec.

Many factors can increase a car's value including excellent condition, exceptional originality, a recent restoration, low mileage, unique provenance, desirable options, popular or unique color choices, and excellent maintenance records. Upgrades and modifications that enhance performance or aesthetics can also add value.

Factors that can decrease a car's value include unusually high mileage, poor maintenance history, visible wear and tear, accidents or damage, title issues, and gaps in ownership history. Additionally, less popular color choices and extensive modifications that don't appeal to a broad audience can reduce value.

Mileage plays a significant role in a classic car’s value. Lower mileage usually increases value because it indicates a higher degree of originality, is rarer, and suggests less wear and tear. However, cars with exceptionally low mileage may also have maintenance needs due to lack of use. Whether someone should pay more for a vehicle with lower miles will depend on how they plan on using it, and the vehicle's specific condition.

The value of modified cars differs widely based on the type and quality of modifications. While some modifications can significantly increase value, especially performance enhancements and high-quality custom work, others may not add much or could even detract from the car’s value if they appeal to only a limited audience.

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