Vehicle Description
Industrial-strength Mopars like this 1964 Plymouth Belvedere II
delivered big horsepower and impressive performance in the
pre-muscle car days. The fact that they're also great-looking is
merely icing on the cake. V8 power, brilliant bright red paint, and
a stock-style interior make this big Belvedere a car that's good at
just about everything.
You can't miss this much sheetmetal painted bright red, and like
the period race cars that shared its bodywork, this Belvedere is
all about getting attention. The full-sized Belvedere offers ideal
proportions and that awesome cantilevered roofline that made the
recognizable from a mile away. Although it was designed to be
affordable, that doesn't mean the guys at Plymouth skimped on the
shiny stuff, either, giving it bright side trim, chrome bumpers,
and a simple grille up front that would totally fill other cars'
rear-view mirrors with Mopar. The bright red paint works well
behind the shiny stuff, giving this big cruiser a high performance
look that speaks to its dual nature. Fit and finish are quite good,
with doors that close easily and a massive trunk lid that fits
well, and believe me, getting a piece of metal that big to look
good is no easy task. All the original badges and emblems were
reinstalled after the paint was dry, and for the most part, this
car looks like it might have in 1967 after being enjoyed for a few
years.
Funky red brocade cloth upholstery works well with the bright red
paint job and the replacement seat covers accurately duplicate the
originals. Matching door panels continue the simple-but-elegant
theme and pleats everywhere are part of the 1960s vibe that defines
this car. The steering wheel is a beautiful study in simplicity and
the symmetry of the dash is pretty cool, with the pushbutton
transmission controls on the left and heater controls on the right.
Stock instruments offer a fairly comprehensive view of the engine's
condition and aftermarket A/C was added discreetly under the dash.
The original AM radio is still in the dash, a nice nod to
originality, and remarkably it still works! The trunk is positively
huge by today's standards a new trunk mat and spatter paint that
shows off more clean sheetmetal.
Getting all that sheetmetal moving is the job of a 318 cubic inch
V8. With an intake obviously designed to make torque, a 2-barrel
carburetor, and a rumbling dual exhaust, it delivers the kind of
low-end grunt that makes these cars so much fun to drive. With Hemi
Orange paint on the block, it looks fairly authentic, a look that's
enhanced by the simple stamped valve covers and factory air cleaner
assembly. Someone spent a good deal of time on the inner fenders
and firewall before the paint went on, so popping the hood is a
pleasure. A 727 TorqueFlite 3-speed automatic is robust enough to
handle the power, and there's an 8.75-inch rear end out back.
There's a brand new dual exhaust system underneath that sounds
mellow but not loud and it looks like you also get fresh shocks as
part of the deal. Simple steel wheels and dog-dish hubcaps
emphasize the minimalist performance vibe and they're wrapped in
215/70/14 blackwall radials for an industrial look.
Effortless big car comfort with enough performance to make Camaro
owners look over their shoulders, this heavy-duty Belvedere really
delivers. Call today!
