It looks we'll soon be seeing a modern interpretation of the 1978-1979 Dodge Lil' Red Express truck. The original truck was part of Dodge Trucks's "adult toy" promotion that included a few other special edition trucks.

So what set the Lil' Red Express truck apart from the rest? According to Chrysler, it was the fastest American production vehicle in 1978. A 225-hp 5.9L V-8 mated to a 3-speed automatic transmission motivated the truck, whose most memorable feature was the twin chromed vertical exhaust stacks.

Right now, Chrysler's priorities understandably don't include a new Express truck, but that's where Norm Krause and Performance West Group enter the picture. PickupTrucks.com is reporting that a new version called Mr. Norm's Red Xpress Truck is on the way.

Interested enthusiasts can start with a Ram equipped with the 390-hp 5.7L Hemi V-8, choose a 6.1L SRT-8 Hemi V-8 crate motor, or upgrade to a 7.0L Hemi V-8 rated at approximately 600 hp.

Body graphics recalling the original, a custom leather interior, and larger wheels are all part of the package while the chromed exhaust stacks will be optional for owners who want the full use of their bed.

Source: PickupTrucks.com