Tastefully modified example of this very distinctive classic American sedan
Lowered with polished chrome wheels
Low mileage with original interior
Two keys
USA title with EU import documents – import duties and VAT paid
The Appeal
The Newport was Chrysler’s entry level model and for 1962 it received a comprehensive makeover, the distinctive Newport front end being mated to the rest of a 1961 Dodge Polara. The result was a long, cleanly styled sedan with some stand-out detailing, like the clever waterfall rear lights.
This 1962 Newport is fitted with the 5.9litre 361cu in V8 Chrysler motor and the TorqueFlite auto box with unusual dash-mounted switches rather than column shift. It has been tastefully modified, finished in a creamy white with gold highlights and red pinstriping. Lowered and fitted with polished chrome wheels it looks very purposeful, the twin exit exhausts likely announcing its presence long before it hoves into view. The long, low Newport is popular on the classic American scene and this one looks ready for a Saturday night cruise.
The History And Paperwork
VIN confirms that this is a Chrysler Newport built in 1962 at the Jefferson Plant in Detriot
2 keys
USA title with European import documentation and duties paid
The Interior
Original red vinyl interior, dashboard and interior, all unmodified
Complete chromed switchgear
Steering wheel cover fitted
Red headlining
Custom rear window trim
Touch-button Torqueflite automatic gearbox
Complete boot trim with box alteration
The Exterior
Cream white bodywork with gold highlights and red pinstriping
Lowered suspension
Pink painted drum brakes front and rear
Tinted windscreen
Chrome wheels, wing mirrors and bumpers
Complete trim including lights, bumpers and badging
Distinctive waterfall rear lights
The Mechanics
5.9litre 361cu in 267bhp V8 Chrysler Firebolt engine
Indicated low mileage
3spd Chrysler Torqueflite automatic gearbox
The vendor tells us the car was mechanically overhauled
Summary
The Newport was designed to be Chrysler’s accessible luxury model. Its long clean lines are accented by some neat detailing like those distinctive stack headlights and elegant rear lights.
This 1962 Newport has been tastefully modified, the attractive cream and gold paintwork edged with red pinstriping and offset by those purposeful chrome rims. With its Firebolt motor burbling through those big twin exit exhaust it exudes presence and looks ready for a new life of classic shows and drives on this side of the pond.
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1962 Chrysler Newport Sedan 361CI V8 LHD
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