Vehicle Description
The post-war Plymouths had a smooth, slick look that lends itself
quite well to customizing, and this 1947 Plymouth Special Deluxe
2-door sedan offers modern performance from a great-running small
block V8 plus a unique look that's a lot more interesting than the
usual Fords and Chevys you always see at shows.
The bright red paint is sure to get you noticed, and once everyone
spots this car, they'll be digging the cool black graphics that
were expertly laid down on top. Neatly framing the cool Plymouth's
curves, it gives the car a more updated vibe that'll look good for
years to come. A lot of the trim was shaved, but quite a bit
remains, so it retains its Plymouth identity and has great
functionality, starting with real door handles instead of
problematic door solenoids. The finish is nicely done and while
it's showing its age a bit, a professional buff would really wake
it back up and give you a high-quality look for not a lot of cash.
The original grille is there in spirit, with stainless stripes
highlighting the pointed nose, and without bumpers, it takes on a
very sleek, clean look. In back there are traditional pinstripes, a
frenched license plate frame, and a pair of '39 Ford teardrop
taillights, which are always the right choice on a vintage rod of
any kind.
The two-tone black and red theme continues inside, where the
original seats have been covered in fresh seat covers that work
well with the exterior paint. The upholstery is in great shape
showing only minor wear and the pleated door panels are a great hot
rod look that's been popular for decades. The interesting
woodgrained window surrounds and dashboard are similar to what many
automakers used in the '40s, and the gauges appear to be original
and fully functional, joined by a modern temperature gauge under
the dash. There's an AM/FM/CD stereo neatly installed under the
dash so the original chrome-laden center stack can still be the
star of the show inside. The back seat offers plenty of stretch-out
room for passengers, making this a very practical rod that still
looks great. There's also a fairly sizeable trunk under that
fastback profile, which is fully upholstered and includes a custom
enclosure for the battery.
For motivation, this Mopar turns to good old Chevy power, in this
case a 350 cubic inch V8. It's a neat fit in the Plymouth's engine
bay and with things like a new 4-barrel carburetor, fresh dual
exhaust, and a high-rise intake manifold, it's a very strong
runner. A few chrome pieces dress things up a bit and the bright
red paint extends under the hood onto things like the power brake
booster. This car also offers power steering so it's easy to drive
and the new dual exhaust system sounds aggressive enough without
getting tiresome on the highway. A TH350 3-speed automatic
transmission spins what might be the car's original rear end, so
it's plenty peppy around town. The underside isn't detailed for
show, but you already know this car was built to drive, not to ride
around in a trailer. It has just the right stance and sits on a set
of polished wheels and 235/60/15 Goodyear radials all around.
Dare to be a little different with this clean little Plymouth.
Great looks, lots of performance, and a few unique touches will
make it stand out anywhere. Call today!