The Plymouth Sport Fury was launched in 1959, then took a couple of years off, returning from 1962 to 1971. During its longer run, it was Plymouth’s answer to the full-size Chevrolet Impala Super Sport and the Ford Galaxie 500/XL. So, bucket seats and a V8 engine were right at home in the Sport Fury. This 1966 edition looks to be in stellar shape, having had just three owners in the past 60 years. Located in Lima, Ohio, this combination performance car/luxury cruiser is available here on craigslist for $27,500 OBO.
This Plymouth originated in California and stayed with its original owner for 29 years until he/she passed away. The sister in Illinois took possession and had it shipped to her, where it stayed in a temp-controlled garage for another 30 years. From 1995 to now, the Mopar has only traveled 1,200 miles, and wears a rather old set of tires that should be replaced.
The MSRP sticker must have been a long one, given the equipment this Plymouth was ordered with. It has a 383 cubic inch V8 (2 or 4 barrel?), automatic transmission, power windows, and a power seat for the driver. It even came with rear fender skirt,s which currently lives in the trunk. Factory A/C was also specified, and it works like a dream. The machine is well-documented, including every gasoline purchase since 1966, and its California “black plates”.
Plymouth built 32,500 Sport Fury hardtops in 1966 (plus a bunch of convertibles, too). The body, paint, and interior all look shipshape, adding up to one solid, original survivor. So, cut a deal with the seller, put on a new set of B.F. Goodrichs, and get ready to cruise! And send thanks to Tony Primo for the tip!
Always did like the ’66 Sort Fury, It looks longer and sleeker than the ’65, and (IMO) better than the VIP. I added the round ’68 side marker lights to mine, because due its dark color, it couldn’t be seen at night side views! Did a front brake disc conversion to aid stopping; the drums didn’t pull left or right, but it was like being on ski’s. Downsized and passed it on to a nephew who is totally restoring and upgrading. This one tugs strongly at my heart, but….NO!! GLWTS :-)
I also had one of these. $500 car in the late 70s. Sadly I went to start it one day and the timing chain had jumped.
This car has my initials on the license plate. It’s a sign from above, kismet, karma, fate. But there is no room at the inn. Excuse me. I have to go cry.