The person responsible for renovating the Plymouth Fury III is Mr Pham Ngoc Duy Khang. Currently, he is the owner of a small car garage in Tan Phong ward, Bien Hoa city, Dong Nai province. He has been noticed in the car enthusiast community for finding abandoned vintage cars and then meticulously restoring them. Most recently, Mr Khang has completed the renovation process for the only 1969 Plymouth Fury III in Vietnam.
The self-renovated Plymouth Fury III by Mr Khang.
The Fury III was produced by Plymouth from 1955 to 1989. It is worth noting that Mr Khang’s car belongs to the fifth generation, so it has many improvements such as engine performance, additional air conditioning, and AM/FM radio.
The distinctive design features of the car include its long and wide size, accompanied by a menacing front fascia with a 4-halogen headlight system. Combined with its lowrider style, the Fury III embodies the muscle car spirit of American vehicles.
The front end exudes a menacing look with the hood vents.
In the cabin, the front seats are designed as a bench, providing spacious seating. To achieve this convenience, the transmission and center console are located on the steering wheel and dashboard, similar to the 1981 Cadillac Seville as previously reported by Tiền Phong newspaper. Particularly, the Plymouth Fury III features frameless windows and a pillar-less body, creating an open space for the driver and passengers.
The Plymouth Fury III has a pillar-less design, yet remains sturdy.
However, when Mr Khang first acquired the Plymouth, it was unable to function due to years of abandonment. The entire engine was damaged, and the body and floor of the car had extensive rust.
The condition of the car when Mr Khang first bought it.
To bring the “beloved car” back to life, Mr Khang planned a renovation in the American muscle car style over a period of 4 months. First, the skilled technicians dismantled all the components for inspection. The engine parts needed replacement due to prolonged exposure to water, and they had to be completely rejuvenated.
At the same time, Mr Khang used high-quality black leather throughout the interior to create a luxurious atmosphere. Additionally, he studied the rewiring of the car to ensure smoother operation.
The meticulous process of rebuilding the car body.
The most challenging step was the handling of the car shell. In reality, American imported cars often have unique body sections. Therefore, the technical team had to be meticulous in preserving the original design of the Plymouth Fury III while performing the necessary metalwork.
During this difficult phase, Mr Khang shared: “I spent over 2 months completing the metalwork on the car body. After that, I encountered issues with missing components and had to wait for them to be shipped from the US. This delayed the car testing process. The additional components I needed included wheels, a radiator grille, and a few other parts.”
The exhaust system of the car.
Notably, despite restoring the car to its original condition, Mr Khang added some personal touches to the Plymouth Fury III through individualized details. Among them, the exhaust system stands out with its shape and sound, resembling a product from Harley Davidson, creating a unique and superior character.
In terms of driving experience, the car owner is thrilled with its large and long yet remarkably stable and comfortable nature when cornering, likening it to “gliding on water”. Furthermore, the car is equipped with a V8 318 engine producing 230 horsepower, combined with a 6-speed automatic transmission.
The car possesses smooth and comfortable handling, especially noticeable when navigating corners.
After completion, Mr Khang’s Plymouth has caught the attention of many collectors. Some have even tried to persuade the current owner to sell the car at a high price. However, Mr Khang has not accepted any offers.
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