There will never be another decade like the 1960s. It saw the rise of the Personal Luxury Car, the emergence of the Pony Car, but many enthusiasts believe that Muscle Cars defined the era. This 1967 Plymouth GTX perfectly encapsulates that segment, thanks to the potent Hemi V8 under the hood. It appears to have undergone a relatively recent restoration, leaving the new owner with nothing to do but slip behind the wheel for a spot of classic motoring pleasure. I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder Curvette for spotting the GTX listed here on eBay in Concord, North Carolina. The seller set their price at $107,000 OBO.
Pymouth released the GTX in 1967, basing its muscle car on the crisp but relatively conservative Belvedere. The company focused on potential customers where price was no object, marketing the GTX as the “gentleman’s muscle car.” The history of this first-year example is unclear, although the listing suggests it has led a colorful life. It is worth scrolling through the seller’s image gallery because it indicates this classic has seen little use since undergoing some form of restoration. The exterior Gold paint continues underneath, with no evidence of gravel rash or other issues. The floors look crisp and clean, with no signs of rust. The exterior paint is flawless, complemented by a Black vinyl top and matching stripes. The panels are as straight as an arrow, while the trim and glass are excellent. The Magnum 500 wheels may not be original, but they emphasize this car’s performance potential.
The first owner obviously had cash to splash, ordering this GTX with the range-topping 426ci Hemi V8. This motor has entered automotive folklore, delivering 425hp and 490 ft/lb of torque. A three-speed TorqueFlite transmission handles shifting duties, but they opted not to include power assistance for the steering and brakes. The seller indicates that this car’s engine block is original, suggesting that the rest of the motor has been sourced elsewhere. It should still provide impressive performance, and this classic would have demanded respect in its heyday. The listing confirms it is a turnkey proposition, with no mechanical maladies or shortcomings.
The theme of impressive presentation continues inside this GTX. Trimmed in Black vinyl, it features bucket seats, a console, and an AM/FM radio. As with the exterior and underside, there is nothing inside this classic deserving criticism. The upholstered surfaces and carpet are free from wear and distress, and there is no evidence of UV damage. The pad is crack-free, and the gauges feature clear lenses and crisp markings. Dash fascias can deteriorate with age, but this car’s looks virtually perfect.
This 1967 Plymouth GTX is a stunning classic, and its Hemi V8 accentuates its desirability. The seller’s listing hasn’t generated the level of interest I would typically expect for a classic of this caliber, although the six-figure asking price might be the reason. It is hardly affordable, and with any classic representing a luxury purchase, it may be beyond the reach of mere mortals. Do you think the price is fair, or do you have another figure that you feel is more appropriate?
The GTX is practically on everyone’s list of favorites. 🏁
Well, NC doesn’t look like that today, and this had better be inside. You read it folks, coming from who I consider a very sharp person, “there will never be a decade like the 60s”,,amen, brother.
I’d go out on a limb, and say, the ’67 GTX was the harbinger of things to come. Neck snapping, tire scorching cars had become common by 1967, but before Chrysler got wise, giving people basic, stripped down cars with big motors( RoadRunner) this was as good as it got. Naturally, the “hemi” is the cheese here, but in this car, was more for bragging rights. Again, the automatic signals a certain kind of buyer, like Pat Garlits or Shirley, or some gal that knew what a hemi was, and gave the Little Old Lady in Pasadena, a run for her money. I read, this car is incredibly rare. Of the 12,000 ’67 GTXs sold, only about 125 had the hemi. Most others had the 440 and only 48 of those were automatics.
Now, $100grand? Folks, I’m throwing up my arms,,,I just don’t know if future generations will understand the magnitude of a ’67 Hemi GTX for any price.