This is the top of the line Super Deluxe Catalina. It was a limited
edition available only in San Pedro Ivory, Sierra rust or a
combination of the two. This car is a sweetheart! I could not walk
away from it. I've been around enough cars to recognize this is an
unabused quality example. It drives and functions as good as it
looks. Upgraded to 12 volt which makes it start easier and the
lights brighter.
EXTERIOR: First year of the pillarless hardtop design. It is a very
handsome car and the Super Deluxe is fully adorned with trim. I
love the lit up Indian head hood ornament! The body is mint! There
is no rust or damage, it is arrow straight too. Finished in its
original optioned San Pedro Ivory/Sierra Rust colors and it is
polished like glass. It looks like all the chrome and stainless
trim was professionally restored. It has plenty of it: chrome ribs
on the hood and trunk, fuel door trim, rocker moldings, stone
shields, bumper guards etc. the glass is clear. It rolls smoothly
down the road on Coker radial whitewalls and original hub caps.
INTERIOR: The interior is just as impressive. I first noticed the
seats are firm and the correct upholstery fits like a glove. The
matching door panels look just as good. The carpet is excellent.
The headliner has chrome ribs to give the impression they are
convertible bows. As nice as the upholstery is, that's the easy
part. This one also has a dash area in excellent shape. All the
painted metal, sparkling chrome trim and knobs, factory gauges,
glovebox etc. looks great! The interior lights and glove box light
all work. It has optional day/night mirror, radio, and clock
ENGINE COMPARTMENT: Under the hood is the infamously smooth Silver
Streak straight 8 cyl engine. It looks clean and proper. All the
components look correct: air cleaner, carburetor, horns and even
the working lamp. The metal surfaces are all smooth and
painted.
TRUNK COMPARTMENT: It is clean. Under the lid is painted nicely,
the paint in the jamb is a little rough. Inside is carpeted
including the tire cover. It has a jack and spare. The battery was
relocated to the trunk.
UNDERSIDE: It is clean underneath! The metal is absolutely rust
free, not even pitted. The front end looks like it's been rebuilt
recently. New shocks in back. It has the correct exhaust with a
long muffler making it whisper quiet. Looking up at the motor it
looks clean. It has the optional 4-speed Hydramatic transmission
that looks clean too.
The new owner will be proud because it's a great car. It's handsome
and stylish. It feels and functions like a smooth operator! It cost
a lot more to restore this than a Camaro or Mustang. The chrome
alone cost a small fortune.
A significant amount of effort goes into fact checking. What I am
offering is my professional impression of the vehicle. Our salesmen
are happy to assist with descriptions and making sure your
questions are answered. One great suggestion is letting us do a
walk around video that explains the car's condition in detail.
**These cars are displayed in a museum. If interested in a
particular car, make an appointment with a salesman to see that
car. Without an appointment there is an admission fee to enter the
showroom. If you buy a car, your admission will be refunded, and
you will be given a 1 year membership.
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Automatic trans
Oil filter
Light group
Radial white walls
Reverse lights
Bumber guards
Fuel door trim
Stone shields
Lit up hood ornament
Super Deluxe trim
Fender skirts
Day/night mirror
12 volt conversion
