1979 Dodge Magnum Reviews, Pricing & Specs
What owners say
"Overall, owners of the 1979 Dodge Magnum rave about its striking looks and performance. Many appreciate its distinctive design and comfortable ride, highlighting it as one of the best-styled cars of its era. However, some owners have noted issues with the transmission and brakes. Despite these concerns, the Magnum remains a favorite for cruising and its dependability."
Been collecting these car since they were made! One of my friends had a Red/White GT (E58)t-top Magnum new back in 1979. He let me drive it and I fell in love with it! I now own a multitude of Magnum's and 300's. Best build B Body made. Think about it, it's the last year of the B's
June 7, 2011Good solid car, has the 318 V8, in my opinion one of dodge's better engines. Roomy, I wanted an old cruiser, and this car is perfect for that. The GT is what you want if you want more power and more of a muscle car look. I like it because its a great car to cruise in on the weekend's and I plan to pass this car down to one of my sons.
July 23, 2014Best car I've ever had, Ultra dependable and best riding on the open highway. Great performance for a smog ridden 360-4bbl V8. Probably the best styled car for its era with the cord grill and covered lights, raised/sculpted side panels. Inside—full instrumentation was included, not just a bunch of idiot lights which really gave it full interactivity with the driver.
February 9, 2011What owners say
Been collecting these car since they were made! One of my friends had a Red/White GT (E58)t-top Magnum new back in 1979. He let me drive it and I fell in love with it! I now own a multitude of Magnum's and 300's. Best build B Body made. Think about it, it's the last year of the B's
June 7, 2011Good solid car, has the 318 V8, in my opinion one of dodge's better engines. Roomy, I wanted an old cruiser, and this car is perfect for that. The GT is what you want if you want more power and more of a muscle car look. I like it because its a great car to cruise in on the weekend's and I plan to pass this car down to one of my sons.
July 23, 2014Best car I've ever had, Ultra dependable and best riding on the open highway. Great performance for a smog ridden 360-4bbl V8. Probably the best styled car for its era with the cord grill and covered lights, raised/sculpted side panels. Inside—full instrumentation was included, not just a bunch of idiot lights which really gave it full interactivity with the driver.
February 9, 2011Bought mine new with 79 miles. Loved the car, drove great. Great performance and handling overall. 1st generation lock up torque convertor burned up two trannys though. Also, had brake issues from the factory. One of the coolest looking cars I've ever owned.
April 3, 2010Bought this car off the car lot in 1979 and have had it ever since. Love the looks and ride of this car, handles and rides very smoothly. Would have a hard time parting with this car if it came down to it
May 31, 2014I have owned my '79 Magnum since 1980. It was a GT Package w/ 318cid. White with Red stripe. It now has a 1968 440cid, 727 trans w/ 3:78 rearend. Driven daily to college, now has 72K original miles.
February 19, 2010Too soon to tell, I just picked up the car last evening. If Richard Petty drove one, I'm honored to now own one.
October 7, 2007Has to be the “best looking” Magnum on the road today. Don't know why Dodge makes no reference to this Magnum when advertising the new Magnum. Kyle Petty made a name for himself early on while driving a Magnum. Dodge sold over 80K of these classics in two years while there was a fuel crisis going on. Not bad really. Search this car online and you will see what all the fuss is about. Plus, this Classic Magnum came with many different exterior and interior color choices making some real eye catching combinations. Cars today are not offered this way. The interior colors of today are gray, black, and tan. Boring!
September 8, 2007
