Few cars capture the golden age of American muscle quite like the 1967 Ford Fairlane GT. Sleek, understated, and unmistakably powerful, this particular example — finished in a mirror-gloss triple-black combination — represents one of the most striking survivors of Ford’s mid-size muscle lineage.
The Fairlane nameplate debuted in 1955, serving as Ford’s flagship before transitioning into the midsize category in 1962. By the mid-1960s, the model had found its footing among Detroit’s fiercest competitors, going head-to-head with the Chevrolet Chevelle SS, Dodge Coronet, and Plymouth Belvedere. The shift from family car to muscle machine came when Ford began offering big-block V8s, culminating in the high-performance S-Code 390 and the race-bred 427.
This 1967 GT coupe is powered by the 390-cubic-inch “Thunderbird Special” V8, rated at 320 horsepower and a hefty 427 pound-feet of torque — a potent blend of refinement and raw muscle. Mated to a four-speed manual gearbox and managed through a Hurst shifter, the drivetrain captures the spirit of an era when shifting gears by hand meant full control over the road.
The car’s “day-two” upgrades — aftermarket modifications installed shortly after purchase — include an Edelbrock air cleaner and period-style chrome wheels, lending the Fairlane a subtle hot-rod personality without straying far from its original presentation. Inside, the bucket seats, center console, and factory-correct trim suggest an owner who prized both performance and polish.
Only a few hundred 1967 Fairlane GTs were built with this S-Code and four-speed pairing, making it a desirable yet attainable classic among Ford enthusiasts. More than a museum piece, this car embodies the transition from boulevard cruiser to street brawler — a clean, black-on-black reminder that the muscle car wars weren’t just about power figures, but about presence.
Today, more than five decades after it rolled off the line, this Fairlane GT still commands attention. With its factory styling, authentic upgrades, and unmistakable rumble, it stands as a testament to a time when Ford muscle didn’t need flash to prove its strength — just the sound of a big-block breathing through dual exhausts.