"In order to win on Sunday, you need something to sell on Monday.
Chrysler somewhat bent those rules in 1964, kinda, sorta using the
block from the 426 Max Wedge engine as a basis for the 426 Hemi
block. In truth, the Hemi block was unique, requiring a fair bit of
redesign and reinforcement to stand up to the rigors of a 500 mile
superspeedway race or repeated blasts down the quarter mile. Less
than a year later, three 426 Hemi powered Plymouth B-bodies would
take the top three spots at the 1964 running of the Daytona 500."
Hemmings.com
For consignment, a 1964 Plymouth Belvedere 2 door hardtop with a
title verified 73,700 actual miles. Originally one of street wedge
cars, it now sports a period correct 426 Max Wedge Stage III motor.
Someone get Steve Magnante on the line...this legendary car is
right up his alley!
Exterior
This literal race car for the street does not present itself in
subtle terms; two stage Ruby red paint lights this car up so you
can see it coming, and watch as it blows by you. The 15-inch wheels
are bright red too with simple dog dish hubcaps and staggered width
tires that along with the rake, create a muscular stance. The back
is a 60's treat for the senses with a ribbed latch panel flanked by
boxy tail lights and the world Plymouth stretched as wide as
possible on the decklid, all underscored by a wrap-around chrome
bumper. In profile, the A-pillar and C-pillar mirror their angle
and the curved rear window creates a triangular panel while the
cabin reveal makes it look as if the roof could be lifted away, (it
can't). Up front, the basic grille and quad headlights are upstaged
by an impressive hood scoop that defines the very nature of the
car. The body, paint and trim are near excellent. Imperfections
include some edge chips, general small inclusions, scratch texture
to the paint, cracked filler in lower back, and a few bubbles.
Interior
Simple black vinyl door panels with horizontal stitch patterns
adorn each side and present in nice condition, leading to black
split bench which includes grain vinyl inserts framed in smooth
vinyl and other than a small tear, all seats front and back are in
great shape. The steering wheelshares the column with a tachometer
and fronts the simple design of the instrument cluster with round
gauges in a gray faceplate, push button vent panel, and an AM
radio. A triple gauge pod is suspended from the dash just ahead of
the floor mounted Hurst shifter over clean black carpet and
Belvedere branded mats. Our black headliner is high and tight and
the trunk is a show worthy space with a spotless floor protected by
a perfect plaid mat.
Drivetrain
The star of the show is under the hood and it's a period correct
426ci Stage III Max Wedge V8 with dual Cater 625cfm 4-barrel
carburetors. It's mated to an A833 four speed manual transmission
sending power to the 8 � inch rear with 3.55 gears and SureGrip.
The orange paint, graphics on the valve covers, the offset carbs
and air cleaners, and a spotless presentation make this a virtual
work of art, not to mention a potent powerplant.
Undercarriage
It's pretty much perfect underneath and completely clean. The
custom 3" TTI dual exhaust hit an H-pipe, then optional electric
cutouts, then fork to find Dynomax mufflers which dump immediately
at the glossy black rear axle. Drum brakes are at all four wheels
and suspension includes torsion bars up front and leaf springs in
back.
Drive-Ability
Will it run as good as it looks? Absolutely. Plus it sounds great
as we make our way around the loop, testing the functionality of
this marvelous Mopar with its obvious power underfoot. The icing on
the cake is that everything works as it should and this one is
raring to go. While Classic Auto Mall represents that these
functions were working at the time of our test drive, we cannot
guarantee these functions will be working at the time of your
purchase.
Block stamping and casting numbers are visible and enable anyone to
track the origins and dates of the block, heads, and intakes and
with the help of the fender tag, can be proven to be a four speed
426 Street Wedge Belvedere now sporting a real Max Wedge. Mopar
nuts, take note; this one won't last.
3241209637
3-Plymouth V8
2-Belvedere
4-1964
1-Lynch Rd, MI Assy Plant
209637-Sequential Unit Number
FENDER TAG
10, 24-Gate Sequence
51 65 75-Base Sequence
AB14-426ci 365hp 4bbl V8
C3-4 Speed Manual
G1-AM Radio
J5-Heat & Defrost
V2-Sold Car
SO NUMBER
0317 0221-March 17th Shipping Order
BDY 322-Plymouth Belvedere V8 2 Door Hardtop
TR M1B-Medium Price Blue Cloth & Vinyl Bench
PNT EE-Dark Blue Metallic
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There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee
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