Vehicle Description
1950 Chrysler New Yorker
For several years the New Yorker served as Chryslers flagship model
and it has certainly stamped its place in history as one of the
longest running nameplates ever created spanning from 1940 all the
way until 1996. The New Yorker was a top of the line vehicle that
was always paired with the latest and greatest features available.
This 1950 New Yorker is the 4 door sedan model and has a ton of
potential. It can be driven as is but if restoration is your goal
this is a great starting point. The body is in good condition and
all of the original panels are straight. It is coated in Grey paint
and all of the original chrome and stainless is there. It has a 2
piece front windshield and none of the glass is damaged. It rides
on the original wheels and hupbcaps with white wall tires.
The car is powered by the original 324 inline 8 cylinder motor that
does start up and run. Possibly one of the coolest features in this
car is what Chrysler called the fluid drive transmission. This was
a very innovative feature during that time which could not be found
in the cars created by there competition. It incorporated four
forward gears set up in two ranges. There is a clutch but it is
only engaged when shifting into reverse or driving mode. From there
the transmission would automatically move through the gears on its
own using the gas pedal. When you roll up to the stop, the car
remains in gears and downshifts automatically. When you needed to
pass a vehicle a button under the pedal would be activated and
downshift the car into a lower gears. This gave you quick
acceleration but was much smoother than the standard clutch/manual
set up. Chrysler advertised that about 98 percent of driving could
be done in the driving range allowing you not to have to shift as
often. The transmission set up is still working well and functions
properly.
The interior of the car features a Gray and Burgundy color
combination and incorporates bench seats in the front and rear. The
dash features all of the original components including the trim,
emblems, radio, clock and gauges. Even the original steering wheel
is in place.
This survivor classic has a ton of potential and considering its
originality and age is in remarkably good condition.
Make this unique Chrysler yours for $8,000.00!
