For Sale: 1952 Plymouth Cambridge in Morgantown, Pennsylvania

1952 Plymouth Cambridge P23 Series Sedan

The Plymouth Cambridge is a full-size automobile, produced by Plymouth from 1951 until 1953. It was Plymouth's base-range base model in its 1951 and 1952 lineups, along with the shorter wheelbase Concord and the sole base model for 1953. When it was introduced, it came with new features such as electric windshield wipers and downdraft carburetors. It also had "Safe-guard" brakes that had two hydraulic cylinders per front wheel instead of just one. It replaced the Deluxe, and was replaced by the Plaza for 1954. The 1952 Plymouths looked similar to the prior models, with minor changes including round hood medallions, a revised hood ornament, and script instead of block letters on the nameplates. The Cranbrook Belvedere was given new roof and paint treatments.

For consignment, a stunning presentation of a not oft seen highly original and very well preserved car. Our consignor states that the 83,209 miles showing on the odometer are likely original, however this cannot be proven as the title reads mileage exempt, but one look at the brighter than bright chrome and stainless, well preserved interior and rust free body say those are original and well cared for miles. With a beautiful Lido Green paint scheme, ultra clean interior, and a clean engine bay, you'll be hard pressed to find one of these models this clean or one at all for that matter. So with that said, we proudly offer to you this Plymouth Cambridge P23 sedan looking like it just rolled out of the showroom in 1952.

Exterior
A beautiful coat of shining paint in a single respray form of Lido Green adorns the exterior straight steel panels of this massive pontoon sided car. All chrome on this car is beautifully preserved, and even the door handles retain their escutcheon guards to protect the body from errant keys or fingernails. We need to look closely and appreciate not only the Mayflower cloisonne badge on the hood, but also the swept back sailing ship hood ornament and Plymouth badge hovering just below. Single headlights fit nicely into the front quarters and flank the open mouth 3 tiered grille all in chrome on the sides. The lower bumper and a big front chromed grille are spotless as are the add on bumperettes. All window trim is buttoned up and just beautiful as is the lightly tinted glass and slightly bulbous roof line of the passenger compartment. We are nearing the end of the pontoon fender styling age with slab sided front fenders and slightly outcropped pontoon rear fenders with Cambridge script emblems in the front along with a short trim spear that pauses at the 4 doors then picks up again a bit lower on the rear fenders. Out back is another pristing guarded bumper hovering below V-shaped tail lights on the fender tails and inboard chrome trimmed reverse lights Wide white 15-inch tires wrap Plymouth badged wheel covers which are excellent. Overall, the exterior of this car is extremely fine in presentation with nary a flaw to be found in the miles deep finish.

Interior
A swing of any of the 4 doors and we are in tan stitched broadcloth heaven with dark green steel sills and brown vinyl lowers. The door panels remain original with only light wear and staining, as do the 2 large benches which stretch within the door panel confines and are a stain and tear free mix of striped tan broadcloth and burgundy vinyl for the tubs and piping. The chrome window cranks and door releases are all in remarkably good condition as is the armrest with its striped broadcloth trimming, adding just a bit of contrast to the otherwise tan field. The all-steel dash is draped in taupe paint and has a panel in front of the driver of chrome bezeled glass covered gauges which are as clean as a whistle. Additionally the interior dash abounds with cleanliness and chrome for the Mayflower badged radio delete panel, heater/defroster controls and beautiful fronting steering wheel. Black ribbed rubber flooring is up front and in the back a speckled gray carpeted mat covers the clean tan carpeting underneath. The factory installed camel tan mohair headliner is in and finishes off this excellently preserved interior space.

Drivetrain
A 217.8ci in-line flathead 6-cylinder in just clean and pristine condition resides under the hood and can be verified as original and correct to the car. A 1-barrel carburetor feeds this engine, and a 3-speed manual transmission is strapped to the back of the engine. 3.90 gears for the rear, and we are all good to go. Ensuring proper fuel delivery is a new fuel tank and filter and the engine was recently treated to a tune up and oil change.

Undercarriage
Some surface rust is seen on the usual iron suspects such as suspension, interior wheels, and a bit of the frame, but all remain structurally sound. Some surface rust also in the rocker area, but where body hangers meet the body is all clear. Independent coil spring suspension for the front and leaf springs on the rear are noted as are 4-wheel drum brakes. A stock style single exhaust handles spent fossil removal with ease and ends with a single chrome tip under the rear bumper.

Drive-Ability
I deferred to our test driver for this one and he reported a quick start, smooth idle, and much comfortable ease of operation. Not a fireball in the acceleration department, but then again it is a family cruiser, which it handles just perfectly. A clean driver with no smoke and all functional save for the wipers that wouldn't wipe.

Before you is a great example of a rarely seen model year and car, with nearly all features functional, beautiful exterior paint and chrome, snazzy interior, and smooth running engine and drivetrain. Even down to the trunk interior things are preserved so well one would think they were back in 1952. A well-kept example ready to turn the key and enjoy immediately.

Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special interest automobile showroom, featuring over 850 vehicles for sale with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle barn find collection is on display. This vehicle is located in our showroom in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888) 227-0914. Please contact us anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person.