Plymouth Fury (3rd generation)
A space-age 'Forward Look' swan song with controversial styling and V8 punch.
- Power
- 305 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 8.2 s
- Top speed
- 125 mph
- Est. value
- $12k–$80k
About the Plymouth Fury
The 1961 Plymouth Fury represents the final year of Virgil Exner's 'Forward Look' era, famous for its polarizing 'eyebrow' front-end styling and the removal of the iconic tailfins. Built on Chrysler's innovative unibody platform, it offered superior handling and rigidity compared to its body-on-frame rivals from Ford and Chevrolet. The 361 cubic-inch 'Golden Commando' V8 provided strong performance, often paired with the dependable push-button TorqueFlite automatic transmission. Inside, the 'TeleView' ribbon speedometer and optional square-shaped 'Aero-Wheel' epitomised the era's obsession with jet-age design. Today, it is a rare collector's piece valued for its unique aesthetic and historical significance as the last full-size Plymouth before the 1962 downsizing.
Plymouth Fury specs
The Plymouth Fury produces 305 bhp (227 kW) and 536 Nm (395 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 8.2 seconds and has a top speed of 125 mph (201 km/h).
| Make | Plymouth |
|---|---|
| Model | Fury |
| Generation | Third Generation (3rd generation) |
| Trim | 5.9 V8 |
| Years | 1960–1961 |
| Type | Classic |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | United States |
| Production | About 60,147 built |
| Original price | About $3,000 when new |
| Engine | 5.9-litre 'Golden Commando' V8 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 5,916 cc (5.9 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 305 bhp (227 kW) at 4,800 rpm |
| Torque | 536 Nm (395 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 5,200 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 8.2 s |
| Top speed | 125 mph (201 km/h) |
| Transmission | 3-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,680 kg (3,704 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 182 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Plymouth Fury worth?
A typical Plymouth Fury is estimated to be worth $12,000 – $80,000 (about £8,900 – £60,000).
Its original price when new was about $3,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Plymouth Fury rarity in CarSpot
The Plymouth Fury is a Rare card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 44 out of 100. Performance cars, typically worth around £50,000 to £100,000. A Rare card is worth 40 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Plymouth Fury fun facts
- The 1961 Fury was the first car to be driven from Detroit to Chicago without a battery, demonstrating the reliability of Chrysler's new alternator technology.
- It featured an optional 'Highway Hi-Fi' record player mounted under the dashboard, which used special extra-dense records to prevent skipping while driving.
- The car's controversial styling, often described as 'Mothra-meets-Godzilla', led to a significant sales slump that eventually resulted in the dismissal of design chief Virgil Exner.
