No Reserve Nice Driver: 1966 Plymouth Sport Fury
The Plymouth Fury got a fresh body on the new full-size Chrysler C platform for its fourth generation beginning in ’65, with the Sport Fury featuring the highest trim level such as this 1966 model for sale here on eBay. The seller says he purchased the car about 5 years ago and has used it primarily as a weekend driver, but now it’s looking for a new place to call home so if you’ve been in the market for a mid-sixties Mopar hardtop this one might be worth checking out. It’s in Pahrump, Nevada, about an hour west of Las Vegas, with the no reserve auction up to $5,866 currently.
The seller says the Sport Fury has gotten at least a partial respray at some point, although he’s unsure whether or not it was the entire exterior or just partly after some bodywork was performed. But the panels all seem to be solid and reasonably straight, and I’m certainly liking how much trim is present on the outside here, with the 3 strips on each door plus upper and lower pieces that go across almost the entire sides. With the fender skirts still in place and the black vinyl top, this one looks plenty luxurious but also adequately sporty at the same time.
Although a 225 cubic-inch Slant 6 was standard in the base Fury for 1966, stepping up to the Sport edition got you a 318 under the hood as part of the package, with the seller stating that the small block had been reworked before his acquisition. He thinks the engine may have been removed and reinstalled but is not sure exactly what has been done, although it is said to run smoothly and has recently received a new water pump and alternator. This one is equipped with an automatic, but there’s no word on whether or not the transmission has ever gotten a rebuild.
Things inside are nicely preserved as well, with the condition here described as excellent and several photos that seem to back up this claim. The driver’s side bucket is said to have previously been cracked, but the damaged upholstery has been repaired and now has a removable cushion over the top to prevent any future damage. That’s an aftermarket A/C system but is believed to have been dealer-installed when the car was new, and while it’s stated to be functional a recharge will be needed before it’s blowing any more cold air.
This one’s not quite museum quality but does seem like a very nice and capable driver, plus being a top-of-the-line model is also a nice perk although a big block would have added another notch to the desirability here. But this 1966 Sport Fury appears ready for the next owner to get behind the wheel and enjoy, and I’m guessing the price will continue to climb some more before the gavel drops. What’s a reasonable price to pay for what we’re seeing here?
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Comments
I think it’s missing a/c parts and lines and hoses. No need to charge.
You can see the A/C hoses in the Ebay pictures….all looks correct for a add on A/C.
I had one like this but red and less miles on it and only paid $1500 for it!
I love these full size old school cars. Roomy enough for 4 guys to manspread comfortably.
You will probably find issues with the body work if you inspect this close enough but if it stays around the money it’s at now, it will be a GREAT deal for someone. Love the buckets and floor shift. Actually I can’t see anything wrong with it at all. Would be a great driver and nice to show off. Not many left. Hope the new owner appreciates it.
My only concern is the Poly 318. If it was out and gone through it will last a very long time. My concern is, there are currently no aftermarket performance parts made for the Poly 318. Any parts you find used are going to go for a premium. Short of putting dual exhaust on it, there’s really no option for getting more oomph out of it.
Just a thought on my end, otherwise this looks to be in fairly decent condition and the 318 will move the car along just fine. Just don’t expect any really rapid acceleration.
This looks to be in beautiful shape. I always loved the design of this generation Fury, especially in VIP trim. And you can’t really beat the great 318 V8. Add some white walls and cruise on.
I really like this body style, my first car was a black with red interior ’65 model. That 318 “Poly” engine would be a deal killer for me. Mine looked like a two stroke when it ran, three to four quarts of oil for every tank of gas.
Not to Paul. My neighbor 2 doors down bought a ’66 Fury 3. White 4-door. I’m assuming a 318 & automatic. I liked the grille better on hers than the ’65s.
Looking at the underside pics, there’s corrosion on the axles and other areas. If this is a Vegas car, maybe it sat in damp storage. Then a mention of body work kind of makes me wonder.
I really like the look of the under dash a/c unit. Judging by the compressor, it doesn’t look like a dealer add-on. The vents are spread out for good circulation and it certainly has more of the vintage look than something from a place like, well, Vintage Air! It would good in lots of cars imo.
Your wrong on 318 poly parts – go check out the Poly build in the Engine Masters….most were surprized of the power they made.
No performance parts are available for the polys but you can get rebuild kits that work great; except for the cam bearings. Rebuild kits for the poly 318 use the “LA” 318 cam bearings which do not interchange. I had to get mine custom made by a company in CA. The poly 318s are very durable engines, even after a full rebuild with cylinders bored .40 over, she still has 2 cylinders .25 out of round and still running reliably.
A great looking, dry western car. What could be better.
Had 66 fury with factory 383 double sorkle breather with factory 4 speed transmission red with black interior great car 50k miles
Despite their size, these cars were still fairly light compared to other make. The 318 should move it along good, and not kill you at the pump.
Concern, besides the 318 Poly parts availability issue, there are no pictures of the headliner in the eBay ad.
Chryco products with vinyl roofs have rust issues under the vinyl, unpainted steel, with the vinyl glued directly to it.
If this car has rust stains on the headliner, this car might not have spent all its life in arid Nevada, and could be hiding a Swiss cheese roof.
Had one of those in blue from ’69 to ’75. Still my favorite car from that era.
I had a 66 Fury III 2 door 383 4bbl, factory 4 speed on the floor with bench seats. Sold it in 1970 for a emerald green 1970 Chrysler Newport convertable, 383 2bbl. With the top down it looked like you could lad a plane on the thing. All proves is how dumb I was having two cars like this and not holding on to them. Well, you live a learn. What I wouldn’t give to have them back.
Agreed that a 383 or 440 will raise the desirability factor, but the 318 is bulletproof and easy upgrades like a 4 barrel and dual exhaust will add some needed power. Looks like the respray was partial. Still a solid and presentable cruiser.
I agree that it’s a great buy at the current bid (around $6500).
I had a ’65 Fury convertible with a 383. Loved that car but the rear quarter rust, around the wheel arches & on back to the lower quarter, was murder. Sold it in pre-internet days after totting up what it would cost to get the body & interior done. Mechanically, she was fine.
So yesm the rear lower quarters have been bondo’ed; the trunk pan underside and the rear crossmember need to be wirewheeled and treated to POR-15 or similar. The rear axle & leafs: – yikes, that’s deep rust. New leafs; while the axle’s out, wirewheel & coat that too.
Assume it’s a 318, which is fine.
what are you all talking about 318 ? it says it has a slant 6.
okay it’s a 318.
SOLD for $7,300.