Vehicle Description
1965 Plymouth Sport Fury Hardtop
There once was a time when the Chrysler Corporation was number two
in sales, ahead of the formerly #1 Ford brand. However, a number of
business miscalculations have forced Chrysler to be on the brink of
disaster numerous times in its history. One of Chrysler's biggest
boners was during the dawn of the muscle car era. But with some
clever platform reshuffling for 1965 and the introduction of the
new full-size C-body, the Chrysler Corporation was back in the
saddle, and with the addition of the Commando 426 for the Plymouth
Fury, Chrysler had its first "proper" full-size muscle car.
For consignment this 2 owner 1965 Plymouth Sport Fury in 2 door
hardtop form. The sport designation gives us a full length aluminum
body molding, dual tail lights and backup lights, an aluminum rear
filler panel and all the good looks you've come to expect from the
Mopar camp. This example is in very nice condition, has been
upgraded to a 1978 360ci V8 and a 3-speed automatic for some ass
kicking muscle car power. Plus, it comes with its original 318ci V8
poly engine, an unused factory AC kit, fender skirts, the original
14-inch steel wheels, and even a 1957 dual 4-barrel intake along
with a slew of other parts. 1965 called...they're waiting for
you!
Exterior
Borrowing from the Pontiac upfront we see stacked dual headlights,
a snappy chromed mesh egg crate grille, near perfect badging, and a
solid shiny bumper below. As we move rearward along the fairly
straight side panels, with gaps well minded we can follow the body
beltline aluminum trim spear which runs the length from stem to
stern. All this straight steel is bathed in red paint and trimmings
throughout are looking great! We note some dullness to the finish
along with a few inclusions, dry spots, as well as some invasive
rust in the arch of the driver's rear wheel well. On top is a thin
and exciting roofline that culminates with slightly narrowing
B-pillars at the rear which frame the rear glass perfectly.
Speaking of the glass, it'sclean and clear and is trimmed with
shiny stainless surrounds. On the back, the dual tail lights and
backup lights flank a central Plymouth badged aluminum panel on the
trunk with all framed below by a shiny rear bumper. Well polished
chrome 15-inch Cragar S/S wheels are on the corners and are wrapped
in deeply treaded staggered width blackwall rubber.
Interior
A swing of the doors and I've got black on my mind with yards of
black vinyl for the door panels and interior seating. All appear
very nice and the front seating has been refreshed with the door
panels looking like new as well with their embossed sills, shiny
cranks and actuators, padded armrest and carpeted lowers. Tucked
and rolled low back buckets in wide black vinyl form flank the
central console thatholds black ball topped shifterwithin a chrome
and applique field. The rear bench stretches from side to side and
emulates the buckets nicely. Up front, a black padded dash has some
faded silver plastic bezel inserts which house gauges,heater
slides, the factory clock and the factory AM radio. A black steel
dash lower adds some nice contrast and has been fitted with some
chrome knobs and is looking A-Ok. Clean black carpeting is noted
throughout the floors and the factory black rimmed steering wheel
sits atop the fixed column that now sports a Sun tachometer within
a chrome pod.
Drivetrain
A flip of the hood and we are greeted by an nicely spruced up
engine bay that takes on a nice patina in its original form. Here
we have a light blue painted circa 1978 360ci V8 topped by an
Edelbrock 600cfm carburetor and Edelbrock Performer intake
manifold. An A727 3-speed Torqueflite automatic on the back. This
transmission throws power rearward to an 8-3/4 rear axle with 3.91
gearing.
Undercarriage
We note some surface rust on the floor pans, rockers, various
undercarriage suspension and frame parts, but all remains
structurally sound. There was at one time black undercoating
applied but has since turned to a grayish tan. There does appear to
be a heavyapplication of body filler to the lower rear quarter
panels where they wrap under the body and clean dual exhaust with
stock style mufflers is on for spent fossil removal. We note
unequal length exhaust pipes poking out under the rear bumper and
the driver's side muffler has a slight crunch to it. Independent
front torsion bar suspension is seen, and on back leaf sprung
suspension is working like it should. Power drum brakes are all
around for the WHOAH factor.
Drive-Ability
A quick starter and smooth runner when experiencing our test track.
The brakes are the most important function to check before heading
out to our test track. Thankfully that is the first thing we check,
as the pedal in thiscar is verysoft, but the car does indeed stop.
The only other noted issue during our drive was the AM radio did
not pick up sounds...do they even broadcast on the AM band these
days? Otherwise things were smooth sailing with firm transmission
shifts and nice ride and handling on par with cars of the era.
Overall a nice experience for this classic mid 1960's cruiser.
This '65 Plymouth is extremely cool and has been cared for and
upgraded with replacement parts when needed. With its nice sized
V8, tailored interior and dramatic styling, it represents the
pinnacle of American styling and manufacturing dominance. In need
of some TLC on the braking and paint fronts, but things are still
looking very good for this classic that'll draw a crowd wherever it
goes, your search is over! Meet the 1965 Plymouth Sport Fury
Hardtop
P456270280
P-Fury V8
4-Sport
5-1965
6-Newark, DE Assy Plant
270280-Sequential Unit Number
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 850 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display. This vehicle is located in our
showroom in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, conveniently located just
1-hour west of Philadelphia on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The
website is www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888)
227-0914. Please contact us anytime for more information or to come
see the vehicle in person.
