- Mopar muscle, factory-equipped 330-HP, 383-cid V-8 engine
- Correct manifolds with dual exhaust
- A833 four-speed transmission with proper shifter
- Factory tachometer and gauges
- Stunning Ruby Red paint with luxurious red interior
LOT 623
Selling on Saturday Evening
1964 Plymouth Sport Fury Convertible
OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE
After several seasons of what many consider "out of this world" designs, the styling of the 1964 Plymouths returned to a much more pleasing contemporary look. New up front, new to the rear, and a new side profile gave these smart-looking family cars a modern look that blended in with other full-size vehicles of the day. New interiors with luxurious, long-wearing fabrics that were easy to maintain, along with a simple, yet functional, instrument panel gave both the driver and passenger a sense of security. It was a truly up-to-date car that as Plymouth touted, "brightens up a driveway the minute you pull in." But more than just good looks, performance was also stressed: "It's how the car responds to the accelerator, answers to the wheel, behaves when you touch the brake pedal." Plymouth had been building on its image as a dependable motorcar since its inception in the late 1920s, not really a street racer, but for 1964 everything seemed to come together, looks and just a hint of higher performance. At the head of the pecking order were the exciting new Sport Furys with these top-of-the-line models available only in hardtop and convertible form. These well-appointed cars featured standard equipment including all-vinyl individual bucket seats, deluxe steering wheel, center compartment console, deep pile color-keyed carpeting, electric windshield wipers, in-dash electric clock, and more.
This exciting Plymouth is 1 of just 3,858 Sport Fury convertibles assembled during the 1964 model year and we believe it is one of the finest examples remaining. It is finished in Ruby Red and fitted with red vinyl bucket seats protected by a power-operated new white soft top. Treated to a full restoration, great attention was paid to details and nothing was overlooked. It is powered by the 330-HP version of Plymouth's mighty 383-cubic-inch "Commando V8" engine fitted with an original four-barrel cast-iron intake, factory exhaust headers, and is backed up with Mopar's own A833 four-speed manual transmission which transfers power to the 8.75-inch rear axle. Along with the standard list of features for the Sport Fury, this convertible's list of extra cost accessories is simply impressive. Yes, it has the TransAudio AM radio to listen to the latest sounds of the day, as well as a modern fresh-air heater defroster that operates at the touch of a dash-mounted push-button. For safety and convenience, this beauty has power steering and power brakes making this Sport Fury a dream to drive. The transmission shifter is mounted into the center console which also houses the optional tachometer and was available only on these prestigious models. During restoration, the entire drivetrain appears to have been rebuilt with attention to authenticity in the details. All engine components have been meticulously inspected, tested, and detailed, and include the very hard-to-find air cleaner assembly. Looking at the chassis and suspension components, the underside of this Plymouth appears to be cleaner than when it came off the line at Detroit's Lynch Road assembly plant. The Ruby Red finish encompasses the entire body, including the hidden floor panels and engine compartment. In the luggage compartment, stored as the factory installed them, are an original jack, body color spare tire, and protective trunk mat. A tasteful and attractive upgrade is the addition of a set of Mopar Magnum 500 wheels which have been wrapped with a set of B.F. Goodrich Silvertown Redline radial tires. Other extras included with this righteous red ride include a set of original full wheel covers, accessory front bumper guard, convertible top boot, and the Jiffy Jet windshield washer system.
In talking with our consignor, he stated that in his vast collection of vehicles, this is one of the most exciting and enjoyable cars he has ever driven, and being belted into those comfortable bucket seats provides a feeling of confidence when holding the sleek steering wheel. This is an excellent opportunity to own a glorious piece of mid-century modern motoring history.
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