To Be OFFERED AT AUCTION at RM Sothebys' The Petersen Automotive
Museum Auction event, 8 December 2018.
- Only 86,013 actual miles
- One of just 2,072 Special DeLuxe Wagons built for 1950
At first glance, it is easy to assume that 1950 Plymouths are
little more than restyled 1949 offerings. Close examination
revealed that although the two cars were close siblings, a host of
changes were made, so many that only the doors were bolt-for-bolt
interchanges between the two years.
Basic contours remained essentially the same with slight mechanical
dissimilarities marking the changes between the two years. Exterior
differences included simplified bumpers, an easier to repair
three-bar grille, and restyled rear fenders. As with previous
years, Plymouth offered two different wheelbases and three distinct
series, the top of the line being the Special DeLuxe.
With a manufacturer's price of $2,372, the Special DeLuxe station
wagon was the highest priced Plymouth for 1950. It seated eight
passengers in comfort and came from the factory with bright
windshield and rear window trim, richer interior fabric choices,
Special DeLuxe fender script badges, and a wood-grain finish on the
interior metal panels. All three seats were upholstered in
leather-like material and the rear two seats were removable.
Offering an adequate 97 bhp from the 217.8-cu. in. six-cylinder
backed by a three-speed manual transmission and a 118.5-in.
wheelbase, the Plymouth wagon is a versatile, comfortable, and
practical vehicle that also provides a large dose of style.
Only 2,072 Special DeLuxe wagons were produced for 1950, making the
car offered here an uncommon opportunity. Offered here is one of
those rare examples produced, fitted with a correct, resealed
engine with three-speed manual transmission. New diamond-back tires
and beautiful chrome accessory spot lamps shine against the
original wood doors.
A beautiful American classic in superb mechanical condition, this
"Woodie" would be the perfect Sunday driver for the whole family,
and friends to boot!To view this car and others currently consigned
to this auction, please visit the RM website at
rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/ca18.
