Description
For history buffs and lovers of noble woods.
For sale: an automotive icon from the post-war era — the legendary 1948 Chrysler Town and Country Cabriolet. With its timeless lines and vintage curves, this model is a true voyage through time. It is an exceptional vehicle, extremely rare on European soil, waiting for a discerning collector to complete its renaissance.
Under the bonnet, its 5. 3L engine, 8 inline cylinders, 30hp (with an absolutely superb sound) and a 3-speed manual transmission recall the era of American luxury. The electric roof adds to the elegance of this convertible.
Vehicle condition: a solid base for an exciting restoration.
This lovely lady starts at the drop of a hat and has decent brakes. Many recent works have been carried out (invoices supporting 2023-2025) to guarantee reliability and start-up:
• Complete overhaul of the cooling system (radiator, new water pump, belt and hoses, thermostat).
• Braking system updated (new master cylinder, rear-wheel brake relining).
• New ignition (coil, points and rotor, condenser, contact points) fitted by a specialist.
• Vintage 6V 140 Ah battery recently installed.
Note: The woodwork, chrome and paint are in fair condition, but a full restoration is required to restore all its lustre. Upcoming work includes replacing the clutch and the mid-exhaust.
An archive treasure:
It comes with impressive documentation, including books and documents dating from 1948, as well as a substantial lot of original parts.
This is a unique opportunity to invest in a myth.
Visible in Var (83) France, by appointment only.
Contact: Telephone or Email
WARNING: Sale as seen *** No exchanges ***. Given the age of the vehicle, this sale is aimed only at serious collectors. Curiosity seekers please refrain.
Iconic vintage American collector car, specifically from California. The vehicle is accompanied by a very large lot of original parts and complete documentation, including history books and documents dating from 1948.
An exciting investment for a serious collector.
In terms of the work already performed:
Order placed on 06/ 12/ 2023 via the Battery Set online site: EXIDE VINTAGE 6 volts 140 AH battery to be replaced by myself. (Purchase invoice available)
On 23/ 09/ 2024, re-finishing of the handbrake strap (the handbrake acts on the vehicle’s transmission shaft).
Complete radiator cleaning by dismantling the honeycomb core carried out by a company specialising in radiator overhauls. The water pump, pump seal, and hoses were replaced with new ones, as well as the thermostat and cooling liquid. Following a very small oil leak, several engine blasting pads were replaced. Spark plugs were replaced and fuel pump checked. Invoice 2025 available.
21 July 2025, replacement of the master cylinder purchased from ROCKAUTO. com.
Orders in May 2025 from ROCKAUTO. COM Parts: 1 ignition coil, distributor rotor, condenser, ignition contact points. The parts were fitted on 09/ 09/ 2025 by a specialised garage for classic vehicles. (Invoices available). There will no doubt be further work in the future due to its age in order to maintain and rejuvenate it to keep it as beautiful as today. A new clutch will be required and the mid-exhaust as well, a restoration is needed.
Visits: to admire this beauty of its era, by appointment only in Var.
