1959 Plymouth Belvedere
Highlights
- Rare model with only 23,469 units produced in 1959
- Vehicle with matching numbers confirmed by the seller
- Full restoration work carried out, including mechanical, bodywork and interior
- Over €19,000 spent on restoration and maintenance since 2019
- Superb blue and cream colour combination, both exterior and interior
The Plus
First introduced in 1954, the Plymouth Belvedere epitomised mid-century American motoring style. With its oversized rear ' fins ', full-width front grille and legendary Powerflow V8 engine, the Third Generation is really where the car found its identity - with a fabulous deco-style interior evoking the best of the Mother Road era.
This particular example is a rare find, one of only 23,469 produced in 1959. It has been meticulously restored and maintained, with over €19,000 spent since 2019, the original engine still nestled under the bonnet, and a stunning two-tone metallic blue colour scheme.
These cars are rare, and we rarely come across such a fabulous example, obviously quite pampered.
History and documents
- Registered in 1959, with 23,469 units produced that year
- Sold new by A B Zartman Lititz in Pennsylvania
- Acquired by the current owner in 2019
- More than €9,000 spent on mechanical work, including brakes and carburettor, since purchase
- New paintwork and bodywork costing €7,000 in 2022
- Upholstery, upholstery, carpet, and front and rear bench redone in 2023 for €3,000
- Vehicle stored in a closed garage
- No modifications, vehicle with matching numbers according to seller
- Serial numbers believed to match
- Currently displays 69,170 miles (111,300 km) on five-digit odometer
Condition
- Bodywork refurbished in 2022
- Following this, the car received a new coat of paint
- It is presented to us in a very neat manner
- There are no dents, dings or areas of corrosion to be seen
- The chrome is very well maintained, with only minor wear
- The steel wheels are in superb condition, with very well maintained whitewall tyres
- The underside of the car shows no noticeable corrosion and appears to be in good solid condition
- Inside, the car has an American deco style full of character
- The car has been completely refurbished from floor to ceiling
- Everything is in remarkable condition with no tears, snags or marks
- The period dashboard is well maintained with a horizontal speedometer and the original radio in place
- We understand that everything is in good working order
- Carpets, roof lining and door panels are in excellent condition
Mechanicals
- Under the bonnet is a 318 cubic inch (5.2 L) 'Powerflow' V8 engine
- 3-speed automatic transmission
- Fully restored in 2022
- No particular problems are reported with the vehicle
- The seller's mechanic notes that the vehicle is in excellent condition
- A small oil leak of no significance to the mechanic
- The vehicle drives well, despite the absence of power steering and its impressive proportions
- We understand that the car is ready and eager to hit the road with its new owner.
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1959
- Make Plymouth
- Model Belvedere
- Colour Blue
- Odometer 69,170 Miles
- Engine size 5200
Listing Details
- Seller Type Private
- Town Neufchâtel-en-Bray
- Location International
- Country France
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