Vehicle Description
West Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely exceptional
and completely rust free example of this recently both mechanically
and cosmetically restored, and with only very few miles since being
restored, of a mostly all original 1953 Pontiac Chieftan and very
rare 268 8 cylinder 2 Door Deluxe Convertible in a beautiful and
extraordinarily striking repaint in period correct 'Sant Fe Red'
color and with an absolutely beautiful all new 'Red amp; Gray'
interior and with a Tan power soft top!The car was loaded with
factory options including;Color coordinated cloth amp; leather
upholstery amp; deep pile carpetingDeLuxe steering wheelFull length
body side stainless amp; wheel trim ringsBelt line molding with
dipChrome gravel guard with rear fender extensionsAutomatic
interior lightingWindshield washerElectric clockRear fender
skirtsHubcapsWheel trim ringsWhite sidewall tiresHeater amp;
defroster ($81)Seven tube radio ($80)CHASSIS NO: K8XH43755A largely
original example with a single repaintDesirable eight-cylinder
engine backed by a Hydra-Matic transmissionSanta Fe Red over fresh
Red and Gray upholsteryClean and correct engine compartment268 cid
straight-eight engine, 118 HP, Hydra-Matic automatic transmission,
coil spring independent front suspension, live rear axle with
semi-elliptic leaf springs, four-wheel hydraulic drum brakes,
rear-wheel drive; wheelbase: 122"Recently purchased from the renown
'Rockhound collection', the car has very good gaps and flush
fitting doors, the hood and trunk and the floor boards, rockers and
all the typical rust-prone areas are original, solid and rust-free
- obviously an always cherished 'Garage Queen' since new. All the
original chrome is beautiful and the car boasts its original spare
wheel in the trunk. A largely original car, this 2 Door Chieftain
Deluxe Convertible has been repainted in authentic period correct
'Santa Fe Red', which harmonizes nicely with the reupholstered Red
and Gray seats. The power-operated convertible top is light tan and
comes with a matching boot cover for when it is in the down
position. Equipped with the smooth and powerful 268 eight-cylinder
engine that is backed by a Hydra-Matic automatic transmission. The
engine and its compartment are clean and correctly detailed. Other
benefits that add to one's driving pleasure are the original AM
radio, defroster, and pull-to-initiate overdrive system which
allows for highway speeds to be reached.The 8 cylinder engine and
the 'Hydramatic' automatic transmission run beautifully and the
engine is extremely strong and powerful and sounds absolutely
magnificent - must be driven to be fully appreciated. The
transmission shifts smoothly through the gears and the car is an
absolute pleasure to drive. The Rockhound Collection took ownership
in the middle part of 2010 and has since maintained it in its
museum-like setting and regularly exercised it to ensure the
mechanics stayed up to date. This rare straight-eight Pontiac shows
just some 70,400 miles on it, although it is not documented. It
would be a beautiful complement to a collection of American icons,
and as one of only a few known restored examples; it will be
certainly welcomed at shows.This is an extraordinarily rare
opportunity to own a great daily driving and certainly local car
show ready example of a mostly completely original spec 1953
Pontiac Chieftan 268 8 cylinder Convertible, a unique and very
distinctive example of these rare luxury convertibles built in
1953, in absolutely stunning driving and looking condition!
