1983 Excalibur Series IV Phaeton Convertible

For consignment, a 1983 Excalibur Series IV Phaeton convertible with a title verified 3,280 actual miles, a 383ci stroker V8 hiding under that elongated nose and a neo classical design that turns heads quicker than Dua Lipa on your TikTok feed.

Due to modifications of the emissions control devices installed by the manufacturer, please check your local, state, and federal laws to determine if this vehicle is applicable for use on public highways in your area.*  

Exterior
We'll start with the color, which is dark red, but it's the shape that demands attention more than anything else. Long sweeping front fenders flow back to become running boards. That's where the back end of the car starts with arching rear fenders that lead to a square trunk behind a straight quarter panel. It's an abrupt end to a car that takes a mile to get there and starts with large, external headlight buckets behind horns that may have come from the days of gladiator exhibitions in the Roman Colosseum. There's nothing subtle about them as they flank a center light, because nothing is typical on this car, and that's the appeal! Even the bumpers are a complex arrangement of robust metal barrels and ribbons and unlike anything mass produced. 17-inch Foose Fishtail C wheels adorn each corner and the encased spares on each front fender. The black canvas top houses a slightly milky plastic window in back and that's the only imperfection we could find on this rolling piece of art.

Interior
Tan and beige leather doors cards begin the affair and are augmented by a wood panel, maple perhaps, and lacks any window cranks or buttons and door pulls. Inside, loosely fitted tan and beige seat covers dress the front bucket seats and the back bench enjoys pleated leather in geometric patterns that bring in a touch of the 80's. The steering wheel shows some patina but also represents the period with nickel and polished metal spokes in front of a flat wood dashboard that houses a myriad of ivory faced Classic Instruments gauges offering the typical bits of information. In the center, a screened entertainment system with AM/FM/CD and below, a row of lighted toggle switches in a carpeted storage bin. Metal toggles are a bit low and seem to be missing a panel in the center console, which is replete with patina. Plush beige carpet covers the floor with fitted mats on top.

Drivetrain
Opening the hood reveals a showy engine with unique billet style pieces that include the air cleaner box and other polished components. It's a 383ci stroker V8 which our consignor claims is good for 505 horsepower. It's topped by dual Edelbrock 4-barrel carburetors and set into motion with a 700R4 4-speed transmission that sends power to the rear axle with 2.59 gears. Behind each Foose wheel is a power disc brake.

Undercarriage
Tubular frame construction and clean surfaces are found underneath this long car, with no surface rust nor errant fluids anywhere. We note and photograph a broken fiberglass splash guard near the front but no other notable imperfections. The dual exhaust comes from headers, sans catalytic converters, to meet FlowMaster mufflers, then run down the side to exit under the car. Coil spring suspension is up front while a transverse leaf spring and suspension that resemble C4 Corvette components in back.

Drive-Ability
We're tempted to drive up to the Hollywood Casino across the street in this car, but they really don't have the grand entrance of Vegas joints and lack any valet parkers to impress. But anyone who sees it will be impressed as we roll this neoclassic along our test loop where there's some obvious power underfoot. It tracks well and even with 55 series tires and absorbs road imperfections well, likely due to the long wheelbase. All of the functions work on the car. While Classic Auto Mall represents that these functions were working at the time of our test drive, we cannot guarantee these functions will be working at the time of your purchase.

Once intended to merely imitate classics, Excaliburs are now classics in their own right and a remnant of 80's opulence during Reaganomics. These will always garner attention, so if you're the shy type, you may not have made it this far in the description. It's loud, proud, and in your face neoclassical, and it's gloriously bold. Will you be the one to remove this sword from the stone we call Classic Auto Mall?

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