When the Sport model was introduced in 1968, it was one of the most significant improvements that the brief second-generation Satellite saw.
The Sport version was an enhanced base Satellite that was ordered with the 318 as standard, but it was also available with the more potent engines available. A four-door sedan was introduced a year later as a result of Plymouth’s decision to expand the Sport Satellite series due to its early success.
After being left in someone’s yard for a long period, a 1970 Sport Satellite is currently struggling for its life. This crude Satellite was listed on eBay a few hours ago. It will probably need a lot of attention because it has probably been sleeping under a clear sky for years.
The images are tangible evidence that the person who purchases this Sport Satellite will struggle to get it back on the road. The automobile is in close enough condition to be painfully close to a rust bucket, yet the metal is rough. There is no sign of good news in the trunk, and the floors appear to be in ruins.
The body also exhibits similar metal damage, though not all panels require critical repairs. The rust seems to happen mostly on the surface, but you’ll have to inspect every inch of metal in person to determine the overall shape more accurately.
The interior looks complete but aligns with the challenging shape of the car. I don’t think the seats are fixable, but the good news is that the Satellite doesn’t seem to come with any big parts missing. Theoretically, it means the Sport Satellite did not serve as a donor for another project, but it’s impossible to tell this for sure without first seeing the car in person.
The engine under the hood is the original 383, though it’s unclear if the mill at least turns over. Considering the rough shape of the car, I don’t expect it to be in working condition today, but hopefully, it turns over by hand. The 383 was a potent choice for a Satellite in 1970, though everybody drooled over the 426 or the 440 big blocks.
The pictures shared confirm that restoring this Satellite isn’t a project aimed at the faint of heart, as it requires major fixes on every front. However, despite the rough shape, the owner isn’t willing to let it go cheaply, claiming that the Sport Satellite is a rare model, and their example is a unique occasion to restore a gem.