If you know anything about Virgil Exner, in 1957 he stole the thunder from General Motors’ design dominance. In fact, the Plymouth was so revolutionary compared to contemporary Fords and Chevrolets that ads proclaimed “Suddenly it’s 1960!” But Exner also contributed to Chrysler’s fall from grace, designing follow-ups that were out of step with the industry and making Chrysler wish it could travel back in time.

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So maybe the 1960 Plymouth doesn’t hold a candle compared to the 1957s, but they are totally in their own element when given the custom treatment, as this Fury on the Jalopy Journal demonstrates.

Nineteen sixty was a big year for the Chrysler Corporation. This was the year that all brands save Imperial switched to unibody construction. The compact Valiant was also introduced to compete against the imports like Volkswagen and Morris. And the “Leaning Tower of Power” Slant Six motor also made its debut. Not a bad way to start the new decade, right? But somebody forgot to tell Exner that fins and other 1950s flourishes were on the way out. All you have to do is compare a Plymouth to a Ford or Chevy from the same year and you’ll see that Exner was drinking some very strong coffee to come up with this after his 1957 grand slam. But that’s not to say the 1960 Plymouth is a turkey – none other than “Uncle” Tom McCahill proclaimed it “. . . the performance king in its field . . .” He took a four-door Fury with a 361 CID Golden Commando 395 V-8 and hit 0-60 in 8.2 seconds. “The big payoff on a Plymouth comes when you put it on the road.” When equipped with the SonoRamic Commando 383 with 330 horsepower, it was even faster.

So maybe the 1960 was not a style-leader, but when you see this 1960 Fury, your mind could be changed. Equipped with the 230-horsepower Fury V-800 motor (otherwise known as the 318 Poly) and pushbutton automatic transmission, it’s been fully customized and restored. The candied paint is a custom mix that is complemented by pinstripes and patterns. Custom touches continue in a modern vein with a JVC mp3 stereo in the glove box, Infinity and Pioneer speakers, and 400-watt amp in the trunk. An ivory tuck-and-roll interior with a newer split bench front seat make it easy for your sweetie to cozy up in total comfort.

Speaking of comfort, how’s the ride? Astro Supremes and Hankook 175/70/R14 tires may give you a clue, but in the case things get bumpy, you can blame the hydraulic system with two pumps and batteries.

Seller claims over 25k invested. He’ll let it go for 30 grand – such a deal for something you normally don’t see at every Car Cruise, USA.