In 1955, Plymouth launched their successor to Belvedere in the form of Fury. Plymouth Fury served as the sub-series of Belvedere for 2 years before becoming a full-sized model. The Fury model was available as a coupe, sedan, hardtop, and convertible. The 1960 model remains one of the best models from the series. Here is everything about the 1960 Plymouth Fury.
V8 Engines
Plymouth Fury was available with multiple V8 engines. As it was available as full-sized and mid-sized with different forms, many V8 engines were used. This model was built with the poly V8 engine and two barrel carburetors. The other available engine options were Golden Commando V8 and Ram Induction V8. Another advantage was its smooth engines which also increased the balance and durability. Plymouth Fury vehicles delivered between 102mph to 125mph. People thought the speed was great as this model was not a sports car.
Technology
Plymouth Fury was equipped with a 3-speed manual gearbox and overdrive. This also helped the vehicle last longer. Fury had power features like power windows, power steering, AC, radio, and plush bench. Some models were equipped with the automatic transmission, Pushbutton TorqueFlite. The technology was inspired by Chrysler. Everything was built to make it a luxury vehicle.
Pop Culture References
The Plymouth Fury was almost available for 3 decades. It was popular for many reasons like tailfins, engineering, and strong engines. In the 70s, it was recognized as the evil car of Hollywood films. The cops used Fury as their vehicles. It was the patrol car for many policemen. Plymouth Fury made appearances in horror movies, crime thriller series, and tv shows. It became an integral part of pop culture and helped Plymouth shape its brand.
Forward Look Designs
The forward look styling was the primary reason the Fury became iconic. It was a mix of boxy and jet age with sweeping lines, tailfins, wide grille, dual quad headlights, and wide rear stance. It was designed by Virgil Exner who retained the, “Forward Look” from Chrysler. The steering wheel was broader and had a unique appearance. Plymouth Fury was available in different colors like turquoise, green, white, red, caramel, and desert beige.
Highway Cruiser
Plymouth Fury was a badass and people enjoyed a crazy driving experience with the engines. With the advanced transmission and soft suspension, the durability was excellent. The vehicle also offered luxury features with big cabin space. It was bought by families who enjoyed their trips. The V8 engine and innovative designs were enough for people.
Available in Multiple Forms
The biggest advantage of Plymouth Fury was it was available in different forms. People who preferred sedans could get that, people who loved convertibles could get that. It was also available as a wagon and 2-door coupe. Another advantage was its availability as a mid-sized model and full-sized model. Engines and prices were different for these models.
Collectible Model
Plymouth Fury was available as a mass selling vehicle. In 1960 alone, more than 60k units were produced. Most of the units were produced as hardtop and sedans. It was not an expensive vehicle and that was the reason for Plymouth Fury’s commercial success. Plymouth sold this model for between $2,500 USD to $3,000 USD. Today, it is available with collector market owners and the price is around $20,000 USD.
