HARD-TO-FIND '65 FAIRLANE, 289 V8, 4 BBL, AUTO, DUALS, MAGS, GREAT DRIVER!!

Wow, hen was the last time you saw one of these? 1965 Ford Fairlanes aren't exactly common these days, specially not in bright with a matching red interior. Add a sweet-running 289, nd you have a great runner that's bound to generate more than its fair share of double-takes on the street and an easy car to upgrade to take it to the next level.I liken the early '60s Fairlanes to the industrial-strength Mopars of the same period: lots of power without a lot of excess baggage. The lines are clean but very subdued, he roofline is formal but stylish, nd there's only enough trim to make a statement. Painting it red attracts a lot of attention, ith this one being repainted quite a few years ago and perhaps in need of some freshening today. However, he paint obviously doesn't hide anything so you won't find major surprises underneath, nd the look is still pretty intimidating. Seriously, f this car rolled up next to you at a light, ou'd think twice about punching it when the light turned green; who knows what kind of evil lurks under that long hood? Fortunately, here's enough chrome to lighten the mood a bit, nd all of it remains in great shape, articularly the angular side trim that matches the forward-canted angle of the roof. And I think Chrysler owes Ford an apology, ecause that concave rear window looks awfully familiar, on't you think?Personally, think red interiors are a great choice no matter what you're driving. Flashy but traditional, he bench seat setup in this car has a luxurious yet sporty look that matches the car's personality. The seat cover, oor panels, eadliner, nd carpets are all older pieces and showing their age a bit, ut you don't have to worry much about it at this price. The instrument panel is original and all the gauges are disconnected, o that's a place where you can really add some value. The original AM radio is gone so it's ready for any kind of entertainment you'd like to add, nd aside from a heater and defroster, his car is pretty light on options, o you know it was ordered and built to do just one thing out on the mean streets. The back seat is big enough for three friends (or "ballast" as we used to call them) and with a giant trunk, oad trips or excursions to the track don't mean you have to leave essentials behind. A snarling 289 cubic inch V8 lives under the hood, nd gives the Fairlane the moves of a much younger machine. Great low-end torque means it gets out of the hole quickly and the 289's penchant for high-RPM excursions comes via an aluminum intake and Holley 4-barrel carb. Ford Blue paint on the block looks the way Ford did it back in the day, ith just enough bright chrome to make it look important. The transmission is a familiar C4 3-speed automatic and a 9-inch rear with 2.80 gears inside means this is an easy cruiser. A recent dual exhaust system with glasspack-style mufflers sounds fantastic at, ay 5000 RPM, nd the vintage Magnum 500 wheels wear 225/70/14 white-letter radials that add the perfect performance look.An unusual, ast, un cruiser that will have a lot of folks scratching their heads after having their doors blown off. With a little TLC, his could be a really impressive car. If that sounds like fun, all us today!