Some claims made by sellers must be taken at face value. This is especially true when the subject turns to odometer readings. Someone can state that their classic has an extraordinarily low mileage. However, unless they hold documentation confirming this beyond doubt, the buyer must conduct a thorough assessment to determine whether the statement is credible. That brings us to this 1967 Plymouth Fury III Hardtop. The vehicle presents well, and the listing quotes an odometer reading of 9,800 genuine miles. I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder T.J. for spotting the Plymouth listed here on Craigslist in Port Orange, Florida. The seller set their price at $28,500, so let’s take a closer look to see whether the price is justified.
Plymouth introduced its Fourth Generation Fury range in 1965, with the final cars leaving the factory in 1968. Our feature car is a Fury III Hardtop that was ordered by its first owner in 1967. They chose Dark Turquoise paint to cloak its panels, an inherently classy shade. The seller suggests that the Plymouth is unrestored, meaning they view it as a genuine survivor. If that is accurate, its condition is pretty extraordinary. They describe the overall condition as 9/10, which might be marking it harshly. The paint holds a deep shine, and any cosmetic shortcomings are too minor to show in the listing images. Rust isn’t a consideration, with this classic as solid today as it was when it left the lot. The trim and glass are spotless, and the Magnum 500 wheels accentuate the car’s excellent looks.
The Plymouth’s exterior sets a standard that is continued when we turn our attention to the interior. I would hesitate to call it perfect, but it is free from the wear that you would typically find in a classic of this vintage. The upholstered surfaces are spotless, with the same true of the dash, pad, carpet, and headliner. The bright trim sparkles beautifully, and it is refreshing to find that there are no aftermarket additions. The overall condition is consistent with the seller’s claim that this Fury III has a genuine 9,800 miles showing on its odometer. However, that doesn’t represent conclusive evidence, and is a matter that many potential buyers would probably pursue further before committing the funds to this classic.
The seller’s listing falls short on several fronts. Not only don’t they mention documentation, but they don’t supply any engine images. They confirm that the car features a 318ci V8, a three-speed TorqueFlite transmission, power steering, and power brakes. The 318 is a mighty motor for its size, placing 230hp at the driver’s disposal. Performance should be very respectable for a vehicle that will comfortably seat six occupants, and this Plymouth should make light work of long journeys, courtesy of the V8 drinking from a tank that holds almost twenty-one gallons. The lack of listing details includes the fact that there is no information regarding this car’s mechanical health. We must hope that the seller is approachable, because this Fury III raises almost as many questions as it answers.
This 1967 Plymouth Fury III Hardtop is an undeniably stunning car that would suit enthusiasts seeking a high-end survivor. It appears to need nothing, carrying the hallmarks of a classic that has been treated respectfully. The price is well above the market average, and whether it is justified depends on the presence of verifying evidence for the mileage claim. If documentation exists, the price could be fair. If it doesn’t, potential buyers must don their Sherlock Holmes costumes and assess whether it is realistic. What are your thoughts?
As they say, “Put up or shut up”.
“Coveat Emptor” as they say–‘buyer beware’. Anyone seriously interested in this should do their homework. Grease pencil markings on firewalls can be forged. I’d verify this back to the date of original sale if I could. The magnum 500 rims are what caught my eye. There couldn’t have been too many `67s ordered with those! Have Galen Goviet research this one.
Those wheels are reproduced. Pretty cheap these days, not so in 1967 from the dealer. Rarely seen. They do look stunning, esp with the whitewalls.
Maybe 109,800 miles. Driven properly, maintained and garaged, it would be entirely possible to put that many miles without showing a lot of wear. At least I’d suspect the odometer was monkeyed with. And with the 318, you’re not going to get the head-snapping performance of a good 383 or bigger, but it’ll get the job done. At least like all Elwood Engel-designed full-sized Mopar 2-doors, this one looks especially good.
I agree that for the most part a well cared for 109K can present with far fewer miles, but that driver’s seat is not showing 109K of miles. Cloth and vinyl upholstery didn’t wear that well back then – that the driver’s seat still looked good in my 295K Dakota and my 265k Challenger is the one big quality improvement over “back in the day” that comes to mind. The seat in my ’67 Coronet was split when I bought it at six years old/48K, and Chrysler was replacing cloth inserts under warranty in Forward Look cars before that.
Real or not, this is a fine looking Fury.
The seller’s Craigslist listing notwithstanding, that’s not a Fury III. What he/she is actually selling is a VIP, which was rare back then and is even more so today, particularly as a two door. The few VIPs that were sold were primarily four door hardtops.
The VIP was Plymouth’s equivalent of the Caprice Classic and the LTD, but despite it being a very nice car it didn’t sell well, because most Plymouth dealers were also Chrysler dealers, and a Fury at a Chrysler Newport price, no matter how nice it was, was a tough sell with the Newport sitting right next to it on the showroom floor.
Nailed it to a “T”!
Sharp eye, Phil. Says so on the right back side of the trunk.
Great looking car. Hope it’s legit.
I do like that little heart with the arrow on the spare tire holder. Haven’t thought of that in a while.
I saw the “Plymouth is out to win you over” heart as well. The dealer in my neighborhood handed out vacuformed 3D red plastic hearts – I stuck one on the back bumper of Dad’s ’66 Coronet!
If it had factory A/C and a 383 I’d love to have it.
At first glance I thought the designer of the Pontiac Bonneville was moonlighting at Chrysler.
If it was a 1969 GT 440 with a/c maybe but a 318 no way!
The paint does look nice, but wonder if it’s a respray? The data plate has been painted over in the same color, which pretty sure is not stock.
Data plates were attached with one screw and rotated before they went down the paint line so the steel under the plate got painted.
318 V8 was the best motor ever made, next to a 225 slant 6.
Besides this car is a VIP not a Fury lll .
Right off the bat, let’s eyeball the undercarriage! I don’t believe I’ve EVER seen a more, like-new, immaculate bottom side….on ANY ride! Anyone who doubts the low mileage on this ride needs to put the doobie down & step away!
Very very nice car that appears to be as claimed. Hope they are able to sell it for close to what they’re asking.
Not a Fury III, it’s a VIP. Sure could be 9000 miles, appears perfect at every angle even underneath with what little photography provided. Close inspection could confirm that. That upholstery and interior sure don’t show 109,000 miles.
I was waiting for someone to notice it was a VIP and and not a Fury III…that roofline on the 67-68 C bodies was known as a FastTop…by the looks of all photos I’d say it the original miles…even looks to be the old original spare bias ply tire. I had a 68 VIP in the same shade of blue, called “electric blue metallic” and a few years ago just sold my 68 Chrysler 300 FastTop in the same blue, Chrysler called it Consort blue metallic. Great, well built, solid, dependable cars, IMO. This 67 is gorgeous!
You won’t find another one. Unlike Road Runners and Chargers beat to death, this beauty is a refreshing sight. I had a 68 Sport Satellite in 1979. The seats were already split and rust was eating the quarters. I paid $600 for it. Had a 318 2 barrel. Stone cold reliable. You can bet the0 farm nobody is faking a 318 car.
Not even close. Sport Fury buckets console. 440 H.P. 4-spd a+. In this condition maybe.