Factory 4-Speed-C-Body-Photo-Thread

S U P E R R A R E .....I've never seen such a thing before:

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For sale: Chrysler Newport custom 1968 – Original classic in well-preserved condition.

Rare Chrysler Newport from 1968, largely in original and rust-free condition. Only a few small optical spots, but no major damage or rust problems.

The car was recently imported from Florida and is in good technical condition: the powerful 383 V8 engine delivers approximately 300 hp (gross) and belongs to the old generation of blocks that still deliver real power.

The rare manual gearbox (stickshift) makes this extra special.
The interior is complete, original and exudes the charm of the 1960s. Optically, the car could use some love, but it is an excellent basis for restoration or to enjoy immediately.

A real enthusiast's car with character, potential and impressive performance, ready for a new owner who wants to restore it further or just wants to drive it as is.

Comes with original American title (US Title) and all import taxes have already been paid.
 
My gut says that's originally a 3-on-the-tree car.
The shifter handle looks a little tall for the C-body bench-seat shifter.
There's no shifter tower poking upward. The oval bezel is correct, though.

The air cleaner is wrong (not terribly meaningful) but the late-70s truck-mount PS pump is something I haven't seen before.

It *does* have hte 67-68 firewall brace, though.
Cannot see what the steering column looks like, there's a tach in the way. But I'd bet there's a shifter collar there.

But to me, the lack of shifter tower is the biggest clue.
 
I had been led to believe that 65 was the last year for a 4 speed in a Chrysler. But 3 on the column was the base transmission.
Hurst made a C body shifter handle, very similar to a B body handle.
I highly doubt this is a factory 4 speed car.
Prove me wrong
 
Yes, I'd generally agree that 65 was the last year for 4-speed in a Chrysler.
But FWIW, I've seen some unverified sightings (2 or 3 in the last 20 years) that suggests there was a small batch of 1967 300s made with 4-speed.
 

I have a 66 fury 3 383 super commando with 4 speed, how rare?

I cant find much info on # for factory big block 4 speed cars built. Mine is a odd duck with bench seat, tilt/ telescopic, pr steering. drum brakes and 3:23 8 3/4 sure grip. rear speakers and rear defrost. I am interested if anyone has production # for the car. I have been told less than 2%...
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fury fan said:
Yes, I'd generally agree that 65 was the last year for 4-speed in a Chrysler.
But FWIW, I've seen some unverified sightings (2 or 3 in the last 20 years) that suggests there was a small batch of 1967 300s made with 4-speed.
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There was this 67 Fury with a manual for sale back in 2017. 4 doors, 4 barrel, 4 speed. Would've loved to get my hands on that car.
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Factory 383/4-Speed Four-Door: 1967 Plymouth Fury III

Learn more about Factory 383/4-Speed Four-Door: 1967 Plymouth Fury III on Bring a Trailer, the home of the best vintage and classic cars online.
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edbods said:
There was this 67 Fury with a manual for sale back in 2017. 4 doors, 4 barrel, 4 speed. Would've loved to get my hands on that car.
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Factory 383/4-Speed Four-Door: 1967 Plymouth Fury III

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Factory 4-Speed-C-Body-Photo-Thread

Re-discovered this one recently. Formerly owned by @tallzag, thread below is from Q4 2015. Perhaps he'll chime in on where the car went. For Sale - 1967 Plymouth Fury III 383-4 4 Door 4 Speed This one of one Fury is arrived here in Germany a few day ago
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Found on Facebook.com

1965 Chrysler 300L With Rare Four-Speed Manual Needs a New Home
Introduced for the 1955 model year, the Chrysler C-300 kick-started a lineage of range-topping models known as the "letter series." It was produced for 11 years, and the 1965 300L marked the end of the line.
The "letter series" is a somewhat iconic Chrysler, but certain iterations are more famous than others. The earlier C-300, 300B, 300C, and 300D are perhaps the most desirable. The final 300L doesn't get as much time in the spotlight, but it's among the rarest Chryslers of the era.
With 2,845 units produced, it was one of the most popular iterations of the 300 "letter series" line, but not all of these cars made it to 2025 in one piece. In fact, the number of unrestored survivors and Concours-ready rigs is actually far lower. Moreover, the 300L production run included a four-speed manual version that's quite rare.
Chrysler buyers were keen on shifting their own gears. Of the 2,845 examples sold, 2,737 were ordered with the three-speed TorqueFlite automatic, while only 108 were specified with the four-speed manual. It's unclear how many have survived, but they rarely show up at car shows or auction events.
Well, amazingly enough, I just stumbled across the second manual 300L in one month. Back in March, I showed you a convertible that was being revived by YouTube's "Dead Dodge Garage." One of only 12 examples with this body style and drivetrain combo, it was also an unrestored survivor. The triple-blue gem had been in the same family for nearly 60 years.
Today, I'm showing you a hardtop version. While not quite as rare as the drop-top, this Mopar is still ultra rare, with only 96 examples produced. This one is not a survivor. But fortunately enough, it's not a rusty barn find either. Hailing from Nicholasville, Kentucky, it looks more like an older restoration.
Finished in a gorgeous shade of dark green (GG-1 Sequoia Green Poly in the Chrysler catalog), the Chrysler appears to be in great condition on the outside. The paint still shines, and there are no signs of rust. The chrome looks great, except for "some pitting" mentioned in the ad. The white interior is also nice but could use a deep cleaning and some detailing.
There's no confirmation whether the V8 engine is original, but it sure looks like it. It's factory-correct as far as I can tell, and the weathering suggests it was never removed from the car. All 1965 300Ls were shipped with a 413-cubic-inch (6.8-liter) Golden Lion V8 rated at 360 horsepower and 470 pound-feet (637 Nm) of torque.
The odometer reads 73,396, but the seller doesn't mention whether it has turned over. It could be legit, but I'd inquire about it and try to find out whether the car has been restored. Maybe it's a well-preserved survivor, and I'm wrong about the restoration.
The seller is asking $29,000 or the best offer, which is about $6,000 below the public auction average for restored examples, according to classic.com. I found a handful of 300Ls in excellent condition selling for less, but they're all automatic. A fully restored manual version was auctioned off for $75,000 in 2024. How much is this Mopar worth?

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We're surely getting to the point where it's hard to remember if a car has been posted, and so we duplicate it, but that one is from the prior page, post #447. :)
 
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