1978 Dodge

This 1978 Dodge Sportsman features an American Clipper RV conversion and was purchased new by the current owner from Wayne’s RV of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Power comes from a 440ci V8 paired with a three-speed automatic transmission, and the vehicle is finished in white with brown and orange stripes. Features include an overhead sleeping area, a fold-out awning, an Onan 4.0 RV generator, a kitchenette, Clarion AM/FM stereo with an eight-track player, and a bathroom with a shower, sink, and toilet. This Dodge Sportsman RV is being offered by the seller on behalf of the owner with handwritten service logs, manufacturer’s literature, and a clean New Mexico title. The van is finished in white with brown and orange stripes, and exterior features include a fold-out awning, a roof rack with a ladder, rear receiver hitch, utility hookups, side steps, and extended side-view mirrors. The cab and door jams were repainted in the 1992, and the seller notes a crack in the rear of the fiberglass body. Polished 16” wheels are mounted with Firestone Transforce HT tires that were installed in 2017, and have reportedly travelled less than 500 miles. Replacement front springs were reportedly installed in July 2021. The cabin features dual captain’s chairs trimmed in brown vinyl with striped fabric centers and a brown dashboard, door panels, and carpets. Black rubber mats line the floors, and amenities include a Clarion AM/FM radio with an eight-track player, and a center console with four cupholders. The cruise control has been recently repaired, and a carpeted mat covers the dash. The cab air conditioner has been recently recharged, though the seller notes a leak. The turn signal lever does not stay engaged. A two-spoke steering wheel frames instrumentation including a 100-mph speedometer and a combination gauge. The five-digit odometer shows under 48k miles, all of which have been added during current ownership. The rear of the cabin is lined with woodgrain paneling and features a table with two bench seats, a couch, and an overhead sleeping area. The kitchen contains a refrigerator, microwave, sink, and a Magic Chef oven with a four-burner cooktop, while the bathroom is equipped with a shower, sink, and toilet. The seller reports that the seals on the refrigerator are worn, the bathroom window is cracked, and the bottom couch cushion fabric is worn through. The 440ci V8 was reportedly fitted with a replacement fuel pump in April 2021, and additional equipment includes an auxiliary fuel tank and a dual exhaust system with Flowmaster mufflers. The seller notes that the battery has been recently replaced. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a three-speed automatic transmission that received a fluid change in 2017. The seller reports that an undercoating has been applied to the chassis.