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1962 Chrysler New Yorker Sedan Low Mileage Unrestored Driver on 2040-cars

US $4,500.00
Year:1962 Mileage:39500 Color: Blue /
 Blue
Location:

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
Advertising:
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:U/K
Engine:6.7L 6769CC 413Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:GAS
For Sale By:Private Seller
Condition:
Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ...
Year
: 1962
Interior Color: Blue
Make: Chrysler
Number of Cylinders: 8
Model: New Yorker
Trim: Base
Drive Type: U/K
Mileage: 39,500
Exterior Color: Blue

For sale is a 1962 Chrysler New Yorker 4-dr Sedan.  The documentation I received with the car outlines 4 previous owners, though I cannot be certain that the documentation is complete.  I have owned the car since May of 2011, at which point the odometer read about 33,000 miles.  Over the course of my ownership, I have made a few minor repairs/improvements, but mostly just driven and enjoyed the car, which is currently licensed and insured and driven approximately once a week.  During my ownership, it has been garage kept.

The engine is the original 413 ci v8 rated at 340 hp and 470 ft-lbs torque.  The transmission is the original Torqueflite 727 3-speed, followed by a 2.93:1 rear axle.  I have records indicating replacement of the water pump, thermostat, and basic tuneup items.  I rebuilt the original Carter AFB 4-barrel carburetor.  The engine is strong, with very little blowby, excellent responsiveness, near-silent operation, and 13-mpg average fuel economy.  It is so smooth and quiet that it often feels like it has stopped running at traffic lights.  Cosmetically, the finish on the engine is in poor condition, but there are no major fluid leaks.  I wouldn't hesitate to drive cross-country.

In addition to the carburetor rebuild, I installed a pair of new Eaton Detroit Spring rear leaf springs arched for stock ride height and adjusted the front torsion bars to specification.  At purchase, a set of Imperial springs had been installed on the car, which gave incorrect ride height and stiffness.  The Imperial springs are included with the car.  I inspected the brake system and had the dual-diaphragm power booster rebuilt.  Braking performance is excellent.  Also new are all 4 tires, which I replaced with correct BF Goodrich Silvertown 8.50-14 bias-plys from Coker Tire.  The fuel tank was removed and relined with KBS Coatings product.

At some point, the body was given what appears to have been an inexpensive respray.  The trim was not removed, but masked off.  Prior to my ownership, the car sat outside in full sun for several years, which has faded and oxidized the paint on top of the hood, roof, trunk, and other upward-facing areas.  There are a few minor spots of the first signs of corrosion near the chrome and stainless trim on the car.  There has been moisture in the trunk, which at some point was brushed with a red paint, but there is no rust through there or anywhere on the body that I have found.  The original undercoat still covers the underside of the car.  There is minor body damage on the passenger front fender where a close swipe must have pulled the side Chrysler emblem off the fender, leaving a shallow dent and somewhat flattening the stainless trim around the wheel arch.  There is a shallow dent under the driver side taillight, and a more noticeable dent in the rear bumper.  Each of these flaws is visible in the included photos.  Otherwise, the body is straight and solid.

The dash pad and upholstery have also suffered from the solar exposure; the pad has some cracks and a sun-burned texture on the top surfaces and the upholstery is faded and the seams have separated as it has become dry and fairly brittle.  Needless to say, these items would need to be renewed for the interior to present well.  All of the metalwork and paint inside the car are in good condition.  The chrome could use polish but should shine up very nicely.  The headliner is excellent, as is all glass.

Overall, this car is an unmolested, mostly original example of the '62 New Yorker.  It was initially delivered in Schenectady, NY to a lady who clearly seldom drove it.  The driver door jamb wears two Texaco stickers from 1978 and 1979, bearing the odometer readings 32422 and 32674, respectively.  It currently reads 39500, and knowing its history back to 2003, and given the operational refinement of the chassis and drivetrain, I believe that to be actual mileage.  I haven't driven a new '62 New Yorker, but I can't imagine that this car's ride, handling, power, braking, comfort, and refinement have significantly deteriorated.  It is a pleasure to drive.  I have chosen to sell it in order to focus on another classic project.  A modest investment in restoration would yield a like-new car to be enjoyed for years to come.  I have a clear NC title in my own name.  It is becoming increasingly difficult to obtain American cars from this time period which have not been modified, molested, damaged, or restored.  This car's originality is part of what makes it special.  If the buyer wants to restore it, there is value in knowing there will not be untold hours of shoddy or questionable work to be redone.

I have set the reserve below the #4 condition value found on collectorcarmarket.com

I will be happy to show the car and give test drives to interested local parties. If you would like more information or to talk on the phone, please contact me through Ebay.

The buyer will need to make arrangements to come pick up the car in the Raleigh, NC area within 1 week of purchase.  I will require a non-refundable Paypal deposit of $200 within 24 hours of purchase; the remainder can be paid in cash upon collection of the vehicle. 

Overseas bidders must contact me prior to bidding.  I would prefer that all bidders contact me before bidding, and advise that interested parties inspect the vehicle in person if possible.

Thanks for your interest!

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