- Original Low-Mileage, Numbers-Matching Driveline - 383ci
Big-Block V8 - Push-Button Automatic Transmission - Power
Convertible Top - Power Steering - Power Brakes - AM Radio - Bucket
Seats - Center Console - Pace Car Blue Exterior Paint - Vinyl
Graphics Not Installed - at Owner's Discretion - All-Original Body
Panels - Owner's Manual and Warranty Book The 1963 Chrysler 300
"Pace Setter" convertible commemorated the selection of the
Chrysler 300 sport convertible as the official pace car for the
1963 Indianapolis 500. Chrysler built a limited run of 1,861
replica convertibles and about 306 hardtops for public sale. They
cost roughly $300 to $400 more than standard models - The Indy
Connection: Former Indy 500 winner Sam Hanks drove the actual track
pace car at the event. - Distinctive Paint: Public replicas
featured a unique turquoise exterior paint officially called "Pace
Car Blue" (or Holiday Turquoise) paired with an Alabaster White
interior. - Interior Differences: These limited editions came
standard with distinctive square-shaped steering wheels and
futuristic push-button TorqueFlite automatic transmissions. -- This
item is a part of Saratoga Motorcar Auction's upcoming auction on
September 18 & 19 | 2026 in Saratoga Springs, New York. -- More
information, additional photos and/or videos may be available on
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