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Rare Find, One Family Owned, 36000 Actual Miles, Survivor! on 2040-cars

Year:1961 Mileage:36000 Color: White /
 Red
Location:

Pittsford, Michigan, United States

Pittsford, Michigan, United States
Transmission:Automatic
Engine:v8
Body Type:Sedan
Vehicle Title:Clear
Condition:

Used

Make
: Chrysler
Exterior Color: White
Model: Newport
Interior Color: Red
Year: 1961
Number of Cylinders: 8
Trim: Base
Drive Type: RWD
Mileage: 36,000

vin# 8113176173

Before I begin I would encourage all serious buyers to contact me directly at: 517-425-0129. Although this is a 7 day auction I reserve the right to end early. You are bidding on a unique one family owned Chrysler Newport.

Well documented survivor, original bill of sale, some neat memorabilia such as; old road maps, trip log from the mid 60's outlining vacations, sights seen, etc. Car came with a homemade emergency kit with a vintage flashlight, whisk broom etc. I’ve included pics. Also note in the pics the original owners wool blanket neatly folded in the rear seat which was used to keep the kids warm on those long road trips. All in all a true low mile survivor car, the last of the classic finned cars, tons of chrome, a very unique piece of motoring history. Description as follows:

Mechanical:
* original and correct 361 V-8 Golden Lion
* engine compartment has been detailed nicely
* unique bush button automatic trans, all controls in this model were operated by push button, kind of a cool feature
* factory single exhaust, new from muffler back
* original bias ply tires have been replaced with radial wide white wall
* red steelie wheels with chrome center cap, love the look, but I do have the original full hubcaps if desired.
* power steering, manual brakes
* new shocks
* new radial tires
* new brakes at all four corners
* new wheel cylinders all four corners
* new battery
* fresh oil and filter
* fresh coolant flush, radiator cap, thermostat
* complete tune up
* all new belts and hoses
* new valve cover gaskets

Interior:
* factory red and plaid two tone
* factory rubber mat/ carpet delete
* small wear area on driver’s seat
* very cool 3D style domed dash surround
* working original AM/FM radio
* I believe most if not all of the interior is original and in very nice condition.

Exterior:
* still retains its original paint color ; code W Alaskan White
* much of car appears to be original paint
* very nice original chrome and stainless
* excellent glass throughout
* solid car , all original panels
* nicely finished trunk area
* one seam in trunk has been repaired, remainder is solid
* all weather strip still appears original and while not new, still in usable condition
* clean original underside, no patches , no repairs
* some misc. nicks and chips have been touched up over the years, by no means a freshly restored car, but certainly a well preserved car.

To summarize, please take the time to review all the pics and don’t hesitate to call with further questions. 517-425-0129. This is a great opportunity to own a part of Chrysler history and while not considered a "main stream" muscle car, part of the appeal to me is the uniqueness of this car and perhaps a little touch of "dare to be different". At the very least, this will probably be the only one like it at the next car show or cruise in and always garners a lot of attention. I also have contact with a reasonable shipping company and would be glad to assist. Vehicle offered by a licensed MI dealer.

TERMS; 25% NONREFUNDABLE DEPOSIT DUE WITHIN 3 DAYS OF AUCTION CLOSE, BALANCE DUE WITHIN 7 DAYS OR VEHICLE PICK UP, WHICHEVER COMES FIRST. PREFERRED PAYMENT IS BANK TO BANK WIRE TRASFER OR CERTIFIED BANK FUNDS. VEHICLE PURCHAED " AS IS", NO WARRANTIES OR REFUNDS IMPLIED.

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