RARE 1955 CHRYSLER NEW YORKER CONVERTIBLE

  • Condition: Used
  • Make: Chrysler
  • Model: New Yorker
  • Type: Convertible
  • Trim: Deluxe
  • Year: 1955
  • Mileage: 999,999
  • VIN: 5540570
  • Color: Nugget Gold
  • Engine size: 331 Hemi V8
  • Number of cylinders: 8
  • Power options: Power Windows, Power Seats
  • Fuel: Gasoline
  • Transmission: Automatic
  • Drive type: RWD
  • Interior color: white and gold
  • Options: Convertible, Leather Seats
  • Vehicle Title: Rebuilt, Rebuildable & Reconstructed
  • Interested? Contact seller!

1955 Chrysler New Yorker Deluxe Description

1955 Chrysler New Yorker Deluxe convertible with 331 Hemispherical V8 250 horsepower and 2 speed Powerflite automatic transmission
Car needs full restoration and title, but everything else is there. Desirable Nugget Gold with Platinum White trim.
Power seat and windows, factory radio and power steering, brakes
Parts were removed in 1987 and stored inside. Angle iron was welded in door jambs, body was removed and floors sandblasted. New sheetmetal in trunk area was welded in and work started on inner rockers when work stopped. Car was sprayed with 2 gallons of XIM clear rust preventer and put back on chassis for storage.
New parts include new dual stainless steel exhaust by Borla East, new tires still in wrapping, and new body wiring harnesses from Narragansett. New chrome front grille bar and tune up parts for the Hemi are included.
Only 946 were built and about 13-15 survive including the Ernest Hemmingway car down in Cuba (see video below)
Car will need some floor work, new rockers and lower sheetmetal on fenders and quarters....the usual stuff.
Restore or use for conversion of a 1955 300 to make a "never built" 300 convertible
Car sold on bill of sale only
There are boxes of parts and loose items to go with the car so prepare for that when setting up transportation. Loose items include the exhaust system, tires, radiator, gas tank, doors, steering column, dashboard, interior panels and seats.
video of the Hemmingway car is on youtube under watch?v=6sOvTuZMrGM