Vehicle Description
1954 Chrysler New Yorker, Big Block Hemi Engine, This New Yorker, a
C-46, is the last year of this model run 1949 - 1954. Manufactured
by Chrysler from 1940 until 1996, the Chrysler New Yorker served as
the Flagship model alongside the Chrysler Imperial for several
decades. 56 years of innovation, luxury and class. First year HEMI
1954 first hemispherical motor ever produced, and the entire bottom
end of motor was completely rebuilt within the last 100 miles.
Amazing engineering created the Presto-Matic fluid drive
transmission. It had two forward drive ranges, each with two
speeds. In normal driving, the high range was engaged using the
clutch. The car could then be driven without using the clutch
(except for reverse or low range) at any speed above 13 mph (21
km/h), when the driver released the accelerator, the transmission
shifted into the higher gear of the range. When the car came to a
stop, the lower gear was again engaged. Engineered from the
"Presto-Matic" transmission, all 1954 New Yorkers were available
with the new two-speed "Powerflite automatic transmission." Fluid
Torque Drive and Fluid Matic were dropped. 1954 was the last year
the long-wheelbase sedan was offered by Chrysler. The car has a
full custom air bag system in the trunk to adjust the height of the
front and back of the vehicle. The system is working great. Powered
by an early iconic "FirePower Hemi" she could accelerate 0 to 60
mph (97 km/h) in 10 seconds, faster than the Oldsmobile 88 Rocket
of that time. The engine subsequently became a popular choice among
hot rodders and racers. The spark plugs centered horizontally down
the light green valve covers, which have "Chrysler Fire Power"
raised red letter scripting, just plain looks "cool". But is in
fact design form and function, keeping the plug wires out the
exhaust manifold heat, and making the spark plugs super easy to
change. Extra large radiator. Points / Vacuum distributor. All New
tune up parts cap, rotor, points, plugs, wires and a brand NEW
COIL. Black painted cast iron intake manifold. Cast-iron exhaust
manifolds. The 1953/1954 New Yorker had a less bulky look due to
the reduced wheelbase. Gone was the split flat glass windshield
replaced by the one-piece curved, newer aerodynamic design
windshield. The rear fenders were merged becoming part of the body,
vs. a kind of stuck on look. Once again this created a classy &
more aerodynamic look. Chrysler corporation's new postwar body
Featured pontoon three box styling. Factory original sheet metal
with hours & hours of hand blocking and prep work made way for a
Sea Island Green colored "Wrap". Truly a work of art & sculpture,
this year New Yorker featured tons of beautiful chrome, trim and
emblems starting with an "Eagle" in flight hood ornament, directly
under it a large slightly curved "V" with stylistic feather shapes.
Thick round chrome bezels surrounded the top of the headlights,
while a vertical ribbed rectangle closed the bottom of the bezel. A
larger chrome front bumper featured ends that hugged & wrapped
around the fender fronts. A single horizontal chrome bar above the
bumper & chrome bumper guards completed the front of the car. The
rear featured large vertical "bullet" shaped taillight lenses, with
a centered backup light and elegant small circular turn single
indicators. The interior is two-tone light green & black leather.
The door panels are vertically used ribbed stitched green on the
top with a black strip on the bottom. Green carpeting. Green
leather kick panels. Bench seat column shift with clutch assist.
The dash again is a true piece of artwork where the individual
components flow into each other. The dash represents a rocket ship
like cockpit of knobs, levers, etc.. The garage cluster is aluminum
or stainless & showpieces a repeated circle within circles
texture/design. A large speedometer and fuel gauge/ gauges take
center stage with a gold colored circle dead center in the gauge. A
thick Padded Dash Pad replaces the plain metal painted dash top.
Original "chrome push buttons" AM radio. A dark brown leather
wrapped steering wheel has a thin separate horn ring piece with a
large iconic slanted "Chrysler" words center cap. Even the parking
brake handle is chrome. Steel wheels with Chrysler logoed hubcaps.
Fat white walls. Modern radial tires but that look nostalgic. While
we do our best to provide the highest quality muscle cars with an
honest and reliable description and realize the importance of
transparency when selling vehicles. That being said, we have not
built, modified, changed or personally owned this vehicle. Whether
this vehicle is consigned or owned by Past & Present Motor Cars we
do not know the vehicles complete history since new. We want to be
clear and try to answer any questions our customers might have
prior to purchasing. Additionally, we not only welcome but we
encourage 3rd party independent inspections. Please inquire prior
to purchase to make sure the advertised vehicle has not already
been sold. We list our vehicles on multiple websites and a vehicle
can sell at any time. If a customer chooses to purchase sight
unseen (many of our customers choose this option) the customer
accepts the vehicle AS IS and WHERE IS and understands we cannot
address concerns after purchase. For this reason, it's important
all concerns are addressed prior to purchase. We make every effort
to present accurate and reliable information, but use of this
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an independent review of its accuracy, completeness, and
timeliness. It is the sole responsibility of the customer to verify
the existence of options, accessories and the vehicle condition
before time of sale. Financing is Available with low rates and
Vehicle Shipping is available from our Showroom to your Garage. A
Classic Car Warranty is Available for Purchase from a 3rd Party.
Please speak to our Sales Associate or Company Representative for
more information. Our team is working and available anytime by
Phone or Text for your convenience at 407-559-7759. Thank you for
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