EXCLUSIVE: 1947 Chrysler Town & Country Convertible
The combination of metal and wood might add a considerable amount of complication to the restoration of a woody like this Chrysler Convertible, but it also makes it a far more rewarding experience once completed. When done, this car will not only be rare and valuable, but it will be absolutely exquisite! Reader Jeff L needs to find a good home for it where it can be properly finished. It already runs and drives, with some recent work to get it going again. The wood is said to be in great shape, so hopefully, all it needs is sanding and a new coat of varnish. If you have been on the hunt for a solid Town & Country Convertible, be sure to contact Jeff via the form below.
What Makes It Special? A mostly original car from same family ownership since the mid-1950s. All original exterior paint finish, all original -solid- white ash and mahogany wood. Only 66k miles since new. One of only 8,368 T&Cs convertibles and sedans produced during 1946 – 1948. This is a full Classic CCCA car. All numbers matching, never damaged, never painted, never apart!
Body Condition: This T&C is finished in its original “Seacrest Green” exterior paint finish as applied by Chrysler in 1947. Some minor exterior surface rust in places where the paint has been broken, overall paint is wonderfully preserved with great patina. The all original white ash and mahogany wood is in exceptional condition showing a dry, unmolested, surface that has no rot or structurally unsound pieces.
Mechanical Condition: Beautifully running 323 straight eight mounted to a very solid frame that has only surface corrosion. Recent carb and radiator service add to the mahogany driving.
While not cheap to buy or restore, this car will be amazing to have. Blue books put low values around $59,000 and high values up to $200k, so this one seems reasonably priced. And given that it already runs and drives, you could enjoy it for a little while before starting the restoration, but this seems like the kind of car that deserves a proper restoration to bring it back to its former glory. So, what do you think of this T&C Convertible?
If you have a rare survivor that needs a good home, please consider listing it for sale here on Barn Finds!
Read more at EXCLUSIVE: 1947 Chrysler Town & Country Convertible
The combination of metal and wood might add a considerable amount of complication to the restoration of a woody like this Chrysler Convertible, but it also makes it a far more rewarding experience once completed. When done, this car will not only be rare and valuable, but it will be absolutely exquisite! Reader Jeff L needs to find a good home for it where it can be properly finished. It already runs and drives, with some recent work to get it going again. The wood is said to be in great shape, so hopefully, all it needs is sanding and a new coat of varnish. If you have been on the hunt for a solid Town & Country Convertible, be sure to contact Jeff via the form below.
What Makes It Special? A mostly original car from same family ownership since the mid-1950s. All original exterior paint finish, all original -solid- white ash and mahogany wood. Only 66k miles since new. One of only 8,368 T&Cs convertibles and sedans produced during 1946 – 1948. This is a full Classic CCCA car. All numbers matching, never damaged, never painted, never apart!
Body Condition: This T&C is finished in its original “Seacrest Green” exterior paint finish as applied by Chrysler in 1947. Some minor exterior surface rust in places where the paint has been broken, overall paint is wonderfully preserved with great patina. The all original white ash and mahogany wood is in exceptional condition showing a dry, unmolested, surface that has no rot or structurally unsound pieces.
Mechanical Condition: Beautifully running 323 straight eight mounted to a very solid frame that has only surface corrosion. Recent carb and radiator service add to the mahogany driving.
While not cheap to buy or restore, this car will be amazing to have. Blue books put low values around $59,000 and high values up to $200k, so this one seems reasonably priced. And given that it already runs and drives, you could enjoy it for a little while before starting the restoration, but this seems like the kind of car that deserves a proper restoration to bring it back to its former glory. So, what do you think of this T&C Convertible?
If you have a rare survivor that needs a good home, please consider listing it for sale here on Barn Finds!
- Asking Price: $48,975
- Location: Dublin, Ohio
- Mileage: 66,737
- Title Status: Clean
- VIN: 7404128
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