1963 Ford Fairlane K-Code 500 Sport Coupe

Description

The title line of this 1963 Ford Fairlane 500 K-Code Sport Coupe should tell you why this one is irresistible. It's part of the small batch of Fairlane hardtops that got the first crack at Ford's HiPo V8. And this one not only has the year-correct motor, but you also enjoy it fully with the control of a four-speed. And as you look over the full package, this one loves to show you how classic style, a true rarity, and real power make for an exceptional collectible.

This K-Code Fairlane is an often untold story of Ford's kick-start into its Total Performance era. At the end of the 1963 model year, they started quietly adding a new high-performance (HiPo) version of the newer/larger 289 cubic-inch V8. Only about 220 were sold. To understand the rarity, look at the numbers. Ford sold over 220k Fairlane 500s in 1963; of that, about 28k were Sport Cope Hardtops like this. Oh yes, this is quite a special car. And you can tell this coupe has led a respected life so far with the straight panels, good gaps, quality weather-stripping, and doors that close easily. So it nails the fundamentals, which is important because this is the car you're going to take to shows. The trim tag not only tells us this is an ultra-desirable K-code car but also that it was born in Raven Black. And there's always something a bit cooler about having a performance car in a dark color. And to drive home the sporty attitude, you have a mean full-length red streak trim that further adds to this special Fairlane attitude. There are even redline tires to coordinate. Keen eyes will spot upgrades like the styled steel wheels and large dual exhaust tips, but nothing here ever shatters the image of an actual vintage machine. Even the respray of the paint was done in a single stage, so you get an attractive gloss while still looking straight from Ford's Total Performance era.

The red streak on the exterior was a preview of the full red interior, and the trim tag tells us this one was born with this attractive factory color combo! As you peek inside, you'll instantly see what makes the Sports Coupe special. This gave you a beautifully trimmed bucket seat with an attractive center console. You'll love all the details, including the working AM radio, special insignia trim on all the seatbacks, working dome light, and Sports Coupe horn cap on the classic steering wheel. The whole interior is vintage, vibrant, and impressive. So we bet you'll leave all the windows on this pillarless hardtop so people can get a better look inside. But you can also tell this one wants to be a true driver's car. The only upgrade you'll likely spot is a well-placed auxiliary gauge trio under the dash. And the dash-top tach was a great feature for a racer-like head-up display.

As much as you'll love the interior and exterior, the rare K-code HiPo 289 cubic-inch V8 under the hood will truly impress. After all, it's the motor that took home the trophies around the globe, which is the foundation of that legacy. It's even a date-correct clock that lines up nicely with the car's production (original?) The V8 inhales deeply from the correct-style four-barrel carburetor. And the H-pipe dual exhaust combines with the control of the four-speed manual transmission to make you the conductor of a high-power symphony. The clean undercarriage reminds you of the investment over the whole car, so it feels solid out on the road. And speaking of the driving feel, this has the old-school sensation that keeps you connected with the road.

Rarity, quality, and power make for an awesome total package. So a Fairlane like this will create envy in most circles. That is why a true collector won't let this one slip away. Call now!