1964 CHRYSLER NEWPORT WAGON
HIGHLIGHTS: – Rare Pillarless Wagon – Fully restored inside and out – Nine seater with rear facing third row – Factory 361ci V8 engine – 727 Torqueflite push button auto – Factory air conditioning – Power steering – Power brakes – 17” Boyd Coddington wheels
This 1964 Chrysler Newport wagon has been fully restored into a cool family cruiser. This wagon is sure to stand out among a sea of Chevy’s and Fords at your local cruise night. The car was imported to Australia in 2014 and fully restored over a four year period.
The body style of the car is cool 60s surf wagon, with lots of chrome, big pillarless side windows and plenty of room for your buddies. The paint and body of the car was completed prior to it leaving the US. While it’s not a $100,000, flawless show quality paint job, it is certainly neat driver quality paintwork and presents well. The big front and rear bumpers were both rechromed and the stainless trims straightened and polished. In line with the “Surf wagon” theme there is a restored roof rack up top to hold your vintage surf boards. The wagon is completed with a set of 17” Boyd Coddington wheels for a mild custom look.
Inside the car has enough seating for the whole family with two rows of benches up front and a third fold down row that’s rearward facing. The original seat frames were stripped and powder coated before being spring, foamed and recovered to original specs. The door panels and hood lining were given a freshen up at the same time and all new carpets were fitted to the floors. The original steering wheel was restored and the automatic transmission is shifted through push button controls on the dash. The factory air conditioning is a isn’t super cold at the moment however the sale does include a brand new NOS compressor, dryer and T/X valve along with a complete brand new set of hoses and belts.
Under the bonnet lived the original 361ci V8 engine. The engine is paired to a 727 Torqueflite automatic transmission. Recent work includes all new belts, hoses, plugs and leads. The alternator and starter motor have both been replaced. The steering is power assisted and the suspension has been fitted with new bushings and ball joints. The power brakes have been given a freshen up with new wheel cylinders, flexible linings and shoes.
This is a super rare 60s classic cruiser and a cool surf wagon that can fit the whole family. The car is being offered at NO RESERVE and will sell to the highest bidder at the end of the auction.
PLEASE CALL LOCKY MCCANN WITH SALES ENQUIRIES ON 0403 935 488
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