Detail Info for: Chrysler : 300 Series 1968 Chrysler 300 Convertibe 440/375HP very original

Transaction Info

Sold On:
10/17/2010
Price:
$ 6889.68
Condition:
Used
Mileage:
159716
Location:
Rochester, NY, 14618
Seller Type:
Private seller

Vehicle Specification

Year Make Model:
1968 Chrysler 300 Series
Submodel Body Type:
Convertible
Engine:
8 - Cyl.
Transmission:
Automatic
VIN:
CM27L8C259043
Vehicle Title:
Drive Train:
Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard Equipment:
Optional Equipment:

Vehicle Detail

Relatively original condition 1968 Chrysler 300 Convertible - 1 of 2,161 produced. Same owner for last 32 years, but needs to go now. No winters with this owner and came from Arizona before that; consequently this is a Very solid car. This car has be used and consequently shows the wear and tear. The good: Very solid body with 90% original paint (see below for the other 10%) 440 / 375 hp engine with dual - rebuilt less than 10K ago Very original - only significant change is electronic ignition Factory A/C, 8 track Hideaway headlights and power top work well, real glass rear window The bad: Accident in 1982 - had to replace the driver's front fender and it was not of the quality of the rest of the car (some rust that was bondo'd) - NO other filler in the balance of the car! Interior is showing it's 42 years of age Some mechanical issues: AC needs charging, but should work ATF and PS leaks Some electrical issues: needs fuel sending unit radio not working and 8 track only on good days dash lights not workingOn Oct-11-10 at 14:57:35 PDT, seller added the following information: Relatively original condition 1968 Chrysler 300 Convertible - 1 of 2,161 produced. Paint color code M - Turbine Bronze. Same owner for last 32 years, but needs to go now. No winters with this owner and came from Arizona before that (See Chrysler Certicard photo); consequently this is a Very solid car. This car has be used and consequently shows the wear and tear. The good: Very solid body with 90% original paint (see below for the other 10%) 440 / 375 hp engine with dual - rebuilt less than 10K ago Very original - only significant change is electronic ignition Factory A/C, 8 track Hideaway headlights and power top work well, real glass rear window The bad: Accident in 1982 - had to replace the driver's front fender and it was not of the quality of the rest of the car (some rust that was bondo'd) - NO other filler in the balance of the car! Interior is showing it's 42 years of age Some mechanical issues: AC needs charging, but should work ATF and PS leaks Some electrical issues: needs fuel sending unit radio not working and 8 track only on good days dash lights not workingOn Oct-16-10 at 09:00:54 PDT, seller added the following information: Photos added due to questions - note HP stamp on block denoting that this is a real 375 horse block / engine (thanks for the tip Ed). Also detailed current condition on weak point of car (driver's front fender / bumper). In case there is any question - this car is being sold to allow me to buy a different "toy" car. Note: the reseve has been met! Also I have located orignial title and bill of sale.

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