1961 Chrysler New Yorker
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Vehicle Specifications
- VINN/A
- Classic Car ID102808178
- Stock NumberN/A
- CategoryAmerican Classics
- Body StyleSedan
- New/UsedUsed
- Mileage146,000 miles
- Engine8 Cylinder
- ConditionFair
- Doors4
- Drivetrain2 wheel drive - rear
- Transmission5 Speed Automatic
- Exterior ColorRed
- Custom ColorWhite Roof
- Interior ColorRed
- Seat ColorRed
Classic Car Overview
This car does not currently run and will require a full mechanical and cosmetic refurbishment, but it remains an excellent candidate for a collector or restorer looking for a genuine early-60s Chrysler luxury car with iconic styling.
Highlights:
Rare 1961 New Yorker iconic fins, jet-age design, and luxury trim
Largely complete with original body panels, trim, emblems, bumpers, and glass
Original V8 engine still present in the engine bay
Factory interior components present (dash, steering wheel, gauges, seats)
Solid base for restoration, preservation, or custom build
Hard-to-find car in any condition, especially complete
Condition Notes (please read):
Vehicle does not run and has been sitting (in the desert, not a major rust area)
Interior shows heavy wear and deterioration consistent with long-term storage
Some body damage including a fracture on the passenger side of the hood (pictured)
Paint is faded; body shows age and cosmetic flaws
Rear window is broken
Will need to be trailered (all four wheels are included but the driver's side front wheel was removed to access the brakes. See wheel beneath the well in the photo).
Sold as-is, as a project/refurbishment car
Despite its condition, this New Yorker retains the elements that matter most to collectors: completeness, originality, and presence. Trim and body pieces for these cars are difficult and expensive to source having them already here adds real value.
These early-60s Chryslers are gaining appreciation as fewer survive, and restored examples are increasingly sought after for their bold design and engineering.
If youre looking for a serious classic Mopar project with strong upside and unmistakable style, this is an excellent opportunity.
Paperwork in hand, has been registered as non-op for over 10 years.
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