1951 Chrysler New Yorker Convertible, Hemi Powered, Original on 2040-cars
Little Compton, Rhode Island, United States
Body Type:Convertible
Engine:Hemi V-8
Vehicle Title:Clear
Year: 1951
Mileage: 60,000
Make: Chrysler
Number of Cylinders: 8
Model: New Yorker
Trim: factory
Drive Type: Fluid Torque
1951 Chrysler New Yorker convertible, original Hemi V-8 in great running condition, fully operational. Car started life in California (have origin owner's registration cards to prove it), later Indiana. This Chrysler has never been hit, has NO rot thru (with exception of a small area below trunk lid, and on base of spare tire carrier), and every body panel is super straight. Doors hang perfectly, close precisely, convertible top operates freely, no binding, however, top motor does not work, pistons are disconnected to allow manual operation. All chrome and trim is present and duplicate pieces are included, too. All glass is in good condition, no cracks, all window mechanisms work smoothly. Floors are perfect, body mounts are solid, frame is perfect, body panels fit well. There is surface rust in spots but NO rot. I replaced the trunk lid, which was heavily pitted, with another of same year and primed, painted it with left over paint, just to prevent rust. You can have the original if you wish. Sills are in great shape as is trunk floor. Car has had fresh oil and filter change, fresh tune up. Motor runs whisper quiet, always maintains 40 lbs of oil pressure. The Fluid Torque transmission shifts perfectly and operates as an automatic. Clutch is required to engage Drive or Reverse, after you can just go and stop as with an automatic without using the clutch. Occasionally the throw out bearing does do some squealing as if running dry. This is not your ordinary Fluid Drive Transmission but, instead, an expensive factory option. Car has amazing power and fast smooth acceleration. Steering and front end are tight, not sloppy. Brakes have been rebuilt and stop perfectly. Exhaust system, while not new, is quiet. Tires look almost new but, unfortunately, were purchased a long time ago and are developing hard spots and dry rot. Definitely need replacement. Check the prices on restored models and you will see these cars selling for 40K or more! You will not find a better restoration candidate or a more desirable antique car. I DO have the title as well as many previous owners' registration cards. Purchaser is responsible for pick up and transportation of vehicle. A $500 deposit is required within 24 ours of auction end. Balance is due within 7 days. I have described this car as accurately as possible, based on my many years of experience working on antique cars. I am not selling the vehicle with any guarantees, stated or implied. |
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