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21k Mile 1977 Excalibur Series III PhaetonThis 1977 Excalibur Series III Phaeton is an excellent original 21k mile example. Highly attractive red with black interior. This eye-catching automobile runs and drives well with its big block Chevrolet 454cid V8 and automatic transmission. Just out of long-term ownership. A straight, solid, and honest car. The driver's seat does have a tear in it that will need attention but it's otherwise a very clean and presentable car. An Excalibur with such low mileage is very hard to come by and this 21k mile Series III Phaeton represents an exciting opportunity and incredible value. A unique piece for classic car enthusiasts and collectors. 21k Miles Desirable and collectible Series III carGM Big Block 454 V8 with automatic transmissionPrice: $29,500
Excalibur from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, was one of the first "retro" cars introduced as a prototype in 1964. The car was (loosely) styled after the 1928 Mercedes-Benz SSK by Brooks Stevens.
The Excalibur prototype was fitted on a Studebaker chassis and using a 290-horsepower Studebaker 289 V-8. As Studebaker subsequently ceased its operations, ending the availability of its 289 V-8 Excalibur was left without a power plant. General Motors friends Ed Cole and "Bunkie" Knudsen agreed to provide Brooks Stevens with Chevrolet 327 s in 300-bhp Corvette tune, making the light weight Excalibur a strong performer. They also designed a new ladder chassis which had a 2 inch longer wheelbase. The suspension components ere borrowed from the Corvette, as was the four-disc braking system. The Excalibur was born.