Plymouth Savoy | 1963

Plymouth Savoy | 1963

Highlights:

– 7.2-litre (440 cubic-inch) “Wedge” V8 engine, petrol, fitted as an uncommon period-style engine swap

– Tubular exhaust headers and an aftermarket ignition system

– Locked rear axle with a stabilised rear end and a roll cage

– Battery relocated to the boot with an isolator switch, plus an aftermarket shifter

The seller offers for sale this 1963 Plymouth Savoy, fitted with a 7.2-litre (440 cubic-inch) “Wedge” V8 engine, described by the seller as an uncommon engine swap for this model. The car is further equipped with tubular exhaust headers, an aftermarket ignition system, a locked and stabilised rear axle, and a roll cage, along with a boot-mounted battery fitted with an isolator switch and an aftermarket shifter. The interior has been retrimmed, with the seats reupholstered. According to the seller, all of these modifications have been officially registered with the German vehicle authorities. A Classic Data appraisal values the car at approximately €38,000, with the appraiser noting that not all of the car’s modifications could be factored into that figure.

Introduced as Plymouth’s entry-level full-size model, the Savoy nameplate ran from the early 1950s through 1964, sitting below the mid-range Belvedere and top-line Fury in the line-up. Deliberately light on trim and standard equipment, the Savoy’s stripped-down specification and comparatively low weight made it a popular base for period drag-racing and performance builds throughout the early 1960s, a tradition that continued as Chrysler enlarged its “Wedge” big-block V8 family through the decade. This example continues that theme, carrying a big-block Wedge V8 conversion along with a range of period-style chassis and driveline modifications aimed at putting that power to the road.

For 1963, the Savoy’s body grew slightly longer and wider than the previous year’s car, with a flatter roofline and rear deck giving it a more squared-off, contemporary look, while its “B-body” platform, shared with the Belvedere and Fury, provided a robust, lightweight foundation well suited to big-block power. Combined with its roll cage, locked rear axle and relocated battery, this Savoy presents as a usable, road-registered example of the classic lightweight-Mopar-plus-big-block-V8 formula that helped define early-1960s American drag culture.

Condition of the bodywork & paint

4 — Very Good. Clean with minimal wear; might need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.

Condition of the interior

4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.

Technical condition

4 — Very Good. Mechanically solid, with potential for minor servicing.

Overall condition

4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.

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This car is currently located in: Schleswig-Holstein state, Germany.

This car drives, brakes and shifts.

The car has a German registration. The buyer is responsible for registration in his own country and responsible for delivery and collection of any vehicle purchased at the auction.

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