Vehicle Description
It's hard to find a nicely presented classic that looks
period-correct without breaking the bank...or is it? This 1950
Chrysler Windsor Highlander Club Coupe is a clean and complete
example. Not only do you rarely see these today, but this also has
some rare features (like tartan seat inserts.) And so to find one
with a strong-running powerplant makes for the kind of car you
really need to get to know.
Chryslers of this era were some of the most traditionally styled
cars in their class, and today that just seems to amplify the
vintage appeal. So it's great to find one where the sheet metal is
nice enough where you really see the curves in the fenders and the
doors line up with care. There are great premium details, like the
three-piece back window, winged hood ornament, and a grille with
two bars of brightwork that wrap around the front. You don't get to
see these kinds of details unless a car has been well-preserved to
such a high standard. If you were looking for a show-stopper, then
the value price leaves room in your budget to take it to the next
level, but that's not the real point here. The way this one is
currently presented strikes a real honesty. The red is nice and
glossy without getting boisterous. And there are cool vintage
details, like the yellow driving light and the windshield sunshade.
So the moment that you take this one out of our showroom, it has
the right vintage personality where it looks like it has spent the
last 70 years taking this Chrysler out of the garage only to take
it on a meandering drive to Sunday church.
When you open the door, the tartan cloth inserts in the seats and
doors immediately catch your eye. They are a distinctive piece that
also helps signal the higher-end Highlander trim. It looks like
they have been updated to keep the style distinctive and inviting.
But just like the exterior, any updating inside has never tried to
take away from the overall vintage charm. The dash has that ideal
post-war premium brightwork presentation, and the style is
intricate, right down to the steering wheel. You'll enjoy looking
over it all, including details like the working courtesy lights and
the AM radio that's there for a display. It's a true classic
cruiser.
With a car that's looked this classically authentic so far, it's a
delight to find a year-correct 250 cubic-inch six-cylinder under
the hood. The engine bay is tidy and quite authentic, showing
original-style parts including the oil bath air cleaner and
Spitfire cast head. But you can also see a nice investment in newer
fundamentals like the plugs, wire, and coil. And the way this
classic fires up and runs reaffirms the feeling of a quality car.
Another distinct classic piece is the semi-automatic transmission
with two speeds and overdrive for both (effectively a four-speed.)
It's a fun feature that adds to the uniqueness and drivability of
this Chrysler.
A cool coupe style and plenty of distinctive features make for a
terrific vintage driver offered for a terrific price. Call
today!!!
