Gateway Classic Cars of San Antonio/Austin is proud to present this
1962 Plymouth Sport Fury, a bold early-1960s Mopar finished in a
striking red exterior over a black interior. Built during the early
years of the American muscle-car movement, the Sport Fury combined
distinctive Virgil Exner-era styling with serious V8 performance.
Documentation included with the vehicle identifies this example as
a "Golden Commando" and notes that it was built to compete in the
developing muscle-car and drag-racing market.
Under the hood is a 440 CID big-block V8 that the provided
documentation states has been stroked to 540 cubic inches. The
engine is equipped with a factory-style cross-ram intake, dual
Carter AFB-style carburetors, 413 Max Wedge exhaust manifolds, a
10.5:1 compression ratio, ARP head bolts, and factory-style I-beam
connecting rods. Power is sent through an automatic transmission,
creating a combination with unmistakable big-block Mopar
character.
Recent fuel-system work documented with the car includes
replacement of the fuel tank and sending unit, new fuel lines and
filters, and a complete rebuild and synchronization of both
carburetors. The carburetors received new floats, seats,
accelerator pumps, and related components before being tuned for
smooth operation.
The engine also received compression and leak-down testing, with
the documented results noted as acceptable for the engine's age.
Additional service includes replacement valve-cover, oil-pan, and
windage-tray gaskets, a Mallory electronic distributor and coil,
new spark plugs, Accel ceramic plug wires, and an oil and filter
change. New left and right rear mufflers were also installed.
Braking and drivetrain service included rear brake repairs,
replacement braking components, a complete system flush and bleed,
and adjustment of the parking brake. The differential pinion seal
and axle seal were also replaced. Cooling upgrades include a
16-inch electric pusher fan with a relay and temperature switch, an
upgraded 130-amp alternator, a fan shroud, and a new
temperature-sending unit.
Electrical work includes a new Group 24F battery, repairs to the
dashboard illumination, front corner lights, and rear license-plate
lights. The fuel gauge was also addressed with a factory NOS
sending unit to help restore accurate fuel-level readings.
Inside, the black cabin keeps the presentation focused and
period-inspired. The documentation notes an unusual 180-mph
speedometer, providing a fitting visual reminder of the performance
intentions behind this Golden Commando-era Plymouth.
With its documented 540 CID stroker big block, cross-ram induction,
dual Carter-style carburetors, Max Wedge exhaust manifolds,
extensive recent service, and distinctive red-over-black
presentation, this 1962 Plymouth Sport Fury offers a compelling
combination of early Mopar styling and serious performance
hardware.
The 1962 Plymouth Sport Fury is listed by our San Antonio/Austin
showroom and can be viewed in greater detail, including 100 plus HD
pictures and an HD video, at GatewayClassicCars.com. For more
information, email
[email protected] or visit us at
679 Holcan Dr, Suite 105, New Braunfels, TX 78130.
