Christine - The 1958 Plymouth Fury
"Christine," the 1983 horror film directed by John Carpenter, is based on Stephen King's novel of the same name. The car at the center of this tale is a 1958 Plymouth Fury, a model that was already somewhat of a classic before the film catapulted it to fame. The Plymouth Fury was part of the “Forward Look” line designed by Virgil Exner, featuring sleek lines and tailfins that epitomized the American automotive style of the late 1950s. Initially available only in Sandstone White with a gold anodized aluminum trim, the Fury was marketed as a high-performance vehicle, which aligned perfectly with Christine's character in King's supernatural thriller.
When Stephen King's novel "Christine" was published in 1983, it quickly became a bestseller, sparking interest in the car itself. For the movie adaptation, filmmakers needed multiple 1958 Plymouth Fury models, a challenging task given the car’s age and rarity. Several cars were used to portray Christine, including some Belvederes and Savoys, which were modified to resemble the Fury. These vehicles underwent significant restoration and customization to achieve the film's iconic look: a striking red and white color scheme with a sinister gleam that matched Christine's malevolent personality.
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