History 64/65 Comets old drag cars lets see pictures

has anyone ever built a 63 like everyone here are building 64 & 65 comets. I know there engine bays a snug but it would neat to see these little comets get the same love. thats what I plan on doing. we will see what happens

 

Dale;put a third pedal in there and a real trans!!!!!Don't need no stinkin torque converters!!!!It is a proven fact that a chrome dipstick is worth a tenth!!!!A 63 is actually no tighter than the 64-65 engine bay.I have been involved in a few V-8 swaps into the "round"body cars,just finished a 347 into a 63.5 Falcon.Never done a FE swap into one though,a straight axle makes all kinds of room! ROY.

 

This guy goes by 383 merc. He was at Beaver Springs the year before me.I was hoping to check out his comet but didnt see him this year. Maybe next. Damn nice 63

 

I dont know, I keep looking at Dales wishing I wouldve went that direction

 

are there any pics of the 63 by chance?

 

'63 and prior Comets are to girly looking.

 

Here's some MercuryMadnessMedicine for you snowed in guy's!
I know this pair could melt some ice and snow here in the MotorCity!

 

now thats bad. I love the red 64 comet. Mutt I wanted a 64 202 comet but the guy wont sell and then I tried on a 63 marauder but the guy wanted to low rider it, go figure. so the only thing I could find was a 63. I will see what happens and maybe I will luck out on a 64 some where

 

Mr.S......I gotta Cougar For sale.....

 

ClearSpot, those are a real nice pair, Helps warm up cold Colorado....
Thanks, Eric

 

The question is if you had to pick your fate. Which one of these Badd Ass Comets would you want to lose to. Which is the BADDDEST year 64 or 65.

 

I cant remember who But another comet Hamber was looking for pics of this Custom Super Cyclone. I Stumbled accross this on from the 64 Chicago Auto show.

 

This car was at Beaver Springs York US30 show a few years ago. Sorry for the picture quality. Its a picture of a picture, no scanner here. I have wrestled with the '64 vs. '65 question and for me, I like the '64's a little more. I like cars with brightwork on the side and a '64's swept back rear 1/4 extension makes it look like it is moving when its standing still. JMO. What is eveyone else's preference and why?

Mike

 

64 for me because it just looks menacing sitting near a track. I have always had a big heart for them. 65 to me just didnt look as menacing.

 

I was going to ask where do you get those center caps that say cyclone and how much do a set of four run for?

 

'64 Chicago Auto show.

 

Easy
65 ….. because I have one

 

Every body knows the 65s are the best,but then I am biased!!!Ken got so confused he built one of each!! ROY.

 

Ken- Its funny! I think the same way about your cars!!!

I still have access to a nice FE motor, thats not too over the top crazy. I was looking for more documentation on the Marauder when it became a roadster. Think there may have been one or two more that were done as well. I remember someone, somewhere posting a great top shot of one of these cars. It's one of three more cars I'd like to tackle, the other two being an all steel version of the elusive Trans Am early 60's Nova Fastback, as well as a heavily altered '64-65 Barracuda. After these, its nirvana !!!

 

'64 for me. Cuz I HAD one.

After finding this thread, I wish I still owned it.

 

65 for me .

 

Yankee Merc Comet has been at the Arlington Drag Strip Reunion the last three times i was there. It's owned by a guy in that town. Last I saw it was almost completed.

 

would anyone know how much a set of four cyclone center caps go for that are on craigers. I see them mostly on 65 cyclones. thank

 

My only answer, is like Kens.. One of each.
Eric

 

1964 Cyclone with hi-po package....in Hawaii.

 

65 for Me I have one, And I had a 65 cyclone in High school. Man I wish I could find that car......

 

Except there were no Hi-po 64 Comets (for US retail sale).

 

Muttley;great picture,I don't think I have seen Chrisman's comet in that form,no side glass and lettered up like that,and with those crazy headers.I guess you liked it too[double post]! Are you going to make it down for the March Meet? ROY.