Coats brings his first car back to life

Giltner resident tells history, the help he received over time

  • Allan Coats poses with his daughters Tori and Alex in front of the 1970 Plymouth Road Runner in a garage on their property. Most of the renovation occurred in the garage with Alan receiving help from friends and family.
    Allan Coats poses with his daughters Tori and Alex in front of the 1970 Plymouth Road Runner in a garage on their property. Most of the renovation occurred in the garage with Alan receiving help from friends and family.
    No one forgets their first car, but how many people keep it and restore their starting vehicle to its former glory? One of the few that can claim this title is Allan Coats of Giltner, who has invested in renewing his ‘70 Plymouth Road Runner for the past six years and counting. “It’s just an ongoing process,” Coats said before turning to his two daughters who helped with t...

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