For Sale: 1962 Chrysler 300 in Des Moines, Iowa

Vehicle Description

This stunning 1962 Chrysler 300 Series-H convertible, is a Concours d-Elegance is a "Best of Class Winner" and was a futuristic design had of its time. This Astronomical Chrysler 300 series H convertible is an ultra rare rocket ship with unique Astradome Instrumentation and had the highest horsepower rating in 1962 and is ready to blast off with 413 cubic inch power plant rated 380 horsepower from the factory and a 727 Torque flight push button transmission.  This investment grade, luxury muscle car, underwent an extensive two year extensive restoration with attention to detail to compete in the Keeneland Concours d' Elegance in Lexington Kentucky, where it was represented in the Chrysler series, letter cars class and was awarded as the "Best Of Class Winner" out of the 14 registered in its class of the International Chrysler 300 Club.  This Chrysler 300  Series-H is one of the nicest in existence, with only 123 convertibles built in 1962 and it is one of only 21 convertibles made with factory air conditioning,  making it one of the rarest letter cars that Chrysler ever produced as well as being powered by the most powerful standard engine offered in any American car manufacturer in 1962.  Powered by its 413 cubic inch engine topped off with dual 4-barrel carburetors and was rated at an 380 horsepower and launched by a 727 automatic transmission is shifted by your fingertips on the pushbutton dash. The attention to detail in the engine compartment is amazing showing off the dual Carter carbs and rare oval air cleaners, Dual Point distributor, factory air conditioning, "Constant Control" power steering, "Total Contact" power brakes and the Mopar Gold Standard battery. The classic Chrysler was professionally painted in its original color Oyster White with impeccable with Caramel bucket seat interior. The Oyster White paint has a deep shine and is surrounded by gorgeous, heavy chrome and stainless trim and the gaps and body fit are excellent. The iconic canted dual headlights were a giveaway that this is a special "300". The newer white power convertible top is in great condition and works like it should. The interior is a work of art with newer Caramel leather bucket seats front and rear and a full length center console with arm rests. The futuristic space age dash was design by Vergil Exner and is amazing with space age Astradome Instrumentation that is Electroluminescent and is known as one of the most unique dash designs ever with push button controls for the transmission, climate control and radio. This luxury muscle car is equipped with a 150 mph speedometer, console mounted tach, power windows, original Golden Tone radio and original rare steering wheel from the factory. The 300H suspension was upgraded with stiffer Torsion Bars, "Tuned" heavy duty shocks and firmer springs for a better ride and performance. This American Dream Machine is rolling on correct steel wheels, wide whitewall radial tires and  full size chrome 300 wheel covers for that classic Chrysler curb appeal. EXTERIOR: Extremely Rare  Chrysler 300-Series-H convertible, One of 123 cars produced Restored to compete in the Keeneland Concours d-Elegance in Lexington Kentucky  Won. "Best of Class" in Chrysler 300 Series Chrysler Club class  One of the nicest Chrysler 300 Series-H convertibles in existence Professionally painted in correct Oyster White paint code WW6 from the factory Powered white convertible top with Caramel boot Beautiful chrome front and rear bumpers Very nice newer and original polished stainless trim  Iconic canted dual headlights Original 300, 300H and Chrysler emblems all in very good condition Heavy stainless rocker trim Front cornering lights and mesh applique Newer wide white radial tires Correct 300 slotted chrome hubcaps.INTERIOR: Beautifully restored Caramel leather factory bucket seat interior front and rear Newer Caramel leather bucket seat covers for and back Newer door panels, dash pads and carpet Full length center console with arm rests Push button dash controls for transmission, climate control and radio  Futuristic Astradome dash Instrumentation designed byVirgil Exner Electroluminecense lighting Power windows 150 mph speedo Console mounted tach Golden Tone radioMECHANICS: Highly detailed factory correct Chrysler engine compartment Showcasing the highest horsepower engine in 1962 413 cubic inch engine rated at 380 horsepower and 450 ft. lb. of torque Toped off with Carter Dual 4 barrel carburetors with correct rare oval air cleaners "Constant Control", Power steering "Total Contact", power brakes Dual point distributor Rare Factory Air conditioning, one of only 23 convertibles  First year for alternator 727 Torque Flight, Push button automatic transmissionUNDERCARRIAGE: Very solid clean and intact Heavy duty "Tuned" shocks Stiffened torsion bar suspension Sway bar Heavy Duty brakes Upgraded firmer springs Stock rear end with highway gearAmerican Dream MachinesAt American Dream Machines, we typically have over 100 quailty classic cars and trucks in stock and for sale. We have everything from Corvettes to Cadillacs, Camaros, Mustangs, Mopars, GTOs, Chevelles, Bel Airs, Blazers and exotic sports cars. Our classics and muscle cars range from the 1950s to the 1970s. Our inventory is diverse and continuously changing and always growing! Our #1 Goal is to make you, our customer happy with the American classic and muscle cars we offer. We highly recommend that ALL CUSTOMERS call our knowledgeable, experienced staff and with Midwest values and have very detailed discussions regarding overall condition of any of our classics that you are considering getting in the drivers seat of. Our phone number is (515)-245-9100 and we are centrally located in the heartland of America, in Des Moines Iowa. American Dream Machines occupies the historic 41,000 square foot Packard Dealership. We are one of the largest full service classic car dealerships in the Midwest. We have over 10 active Mechanic hoists, a body shop and detail bays that are used by our technicians to inspect, repair, upgrade and detail our cars so that they are ready to be delivered to your driveway. Please give us a call and we will be happy to help get your dream car to almost any location worldwide! ALL OF OUR PICTURES AND VIDEOS ARE REAL, ALL THE WAY AROUND! We photograph our cars in our professional photo studio for the best possible image accuracy and representation of the cars. We do this because of our commitment to the authenticity and quality of the cars that we sell and the commitment to our customers.   

Vehicle Details

  • 1962 Chrysler 300
  • Listing ID: CC-2121669
  • Price: $99,900
  • Location:Des Moines, Iowa
  • Year:1962
  • Make:Chrysler
  • Model:300
  • Exterior Color:Oyster White
  • Interior Color:Caramel
  • Transmission:Automatic
  • Odometer:0
  • Stock Number:5190
  • VIN:8423139947
Listed By:
American Dream Machines
1500 Locust
Des Moines, IA 50309

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