Some cars are positively yawn-inducing, while others can leave you breathless. This 1965 Plymouth Belvedere II fits into the second category courtesy of its presentation and drivetrain combination. The company didn’t offer the 440ci V8 in 1965, but that didn’t deter someone from shoehorning one under the hood of this beauty. Its next journey should be to a new home, and that engine guarantees it will get there mighty fast! The Belvedere is listed here on eBay in Indianapolis, Indiana. Bidding has raced beyond the reserve to sit at $15,000.

The history of this Plymouth is a mystery, and it is unclear whether the seller performed its refurbishment and mechanical modifications. An in-person inspection will probably confirm it isn’t perfect, but the photos reveal an impressive depth of color and shine to its Code E Dark Blue paint. It cloaks panels as straight as an arrow, although it is worth noting that the seller only supplies photos of one side of this classic. If the driver’s side presents at the same level, this Belvedere looks like a winner. There is no visible rust, and no problems are mentioned in the listing. The lack of surface corrosion in areas like the engine bay could mean this classic is rust-free. The chrome and glass are excellent, and while the wheels aren’t original, they fit nicely with this car’s character.

Plymouth didn’t offer the 440ci V8 in the Belvedere range until 1967, although buyers could outlay the considerable cost to power their new purchase with a Hemi in 1965. What used to occupy this engine bay is unknown, but the 440 that holds pride of place sends its power to the rear wheels via a four-speed manual transmission. The 440 produced 375hp and 480 ft/lbs of torque when bolted under the hood of a ’67 Belvedere, but this one will probably eclipse those figures. It features an upgraded Edelbrock carburetor and intake, with the spent gases exiting via a set of Doug’s headers. A heavy-duty aluminum radiator keeps things cool, and power assistance for the steering and brakes makes light work of the driving experience. So, how does the Plymouth run and drive? The simple answer is that your guess is as good as mine. The seller supplies no information on the subject, although the visual indications are pretty promising.

The first thing I noticed about this Belvedere’s interior wasn’t its spotless presentation but the lurid blue floor mats. They are entirely out of character because the remaining trim is a classy combination of two-tone blue vinyl. The front seat shows no signs of wear, and the back seat looks like it has hardly been used. I suspect the interior received a retrim during the build because there is nothing worth criticizing…except those mats! It isn’t completely original, but the additions are practical and will be welcomed by the winning bidder. The car features aftermarket air conditioning, a retro-style stereo, a gauge cluster under the dash to monitor the beast under the hood, a Hurst shifter for precise ratio selection, and a column-mounted Sunpro tach so the driver can take it to the max.

The lack of specific information supplied by the seller is frustrating because it leaves us wanting to know more about this 1965 Plymouth Belvedere II. It shows a lot of promise, which has been enough to attract seventeen bids. Its presentation will undoubtedly turn heads, and the mechanical combination has the potential to effortlessly transform tires into smoke. It is a relatively unassuming vehicle, and swapping out the alloy wheels for a set of steelies and dog dish hubcaps would convert it into a genuine sleeper. That idea could be too tempting to ignore. Would you follow that school of thought, or would enjoying it as-is be irresistible?