For Sale 70 300 vert buckets console

[Dga26]

1970 Chrysler 300 Convertible 440

Not a bad price

 

[Dga26]

 

[330dTA]

That one could be an opportunity for someone. Or a rusty trap.

 

[Slantsix]

Looks rly rusty. Doors, engine bay, floors etc all covered in rust. Flood car?

 

[polara71]

Flood?

Looks like an original car that's been on salty roads and parked in a moist area left for dead

 

[Carmine]

If you ever want to make some cool cars turn up for sale locally; buy one.

I wouldn't fear the damage I see in the photos, could be as simple as lower 1/4s and trunk extentions, usually the first place to go. Somebody was smart enough to pull all the carpet out. Eyes will make all the difference.

Remember, I just paid $1300 essentially for a 440 in a burned-out shell. It's only circumstance that means I can use more of that car than most buyers.

 

[Big_John]

You'd really have to have a good look at that car to see if it's worth fixing. I don't like the seller's description of the top as "in good shape" when you can plainly see the tear by the rear window. That makes me wonder about the rest.

Amount of rust is really subjective though... The rust in the doors and front fenders is minor and very fixable. The rust in the quarters might be another story... and will depend on the condition of the frame rails etc.

But... This would make a great parts car. A/C, tilt wheel, intact interior, lots of decent trim, disc brakes etc. Interesting that it has a TQ carb and one piece trans linkage. I don't think that's a '70 engine. Note the trailer brake setup under the dash along with the tee to the brake line.

 

[polara71]

Well put John

 

[fury fan]

The TQ has an adapter plate, so could still be orig intake/engine. Listing say sit is, also, FWIW.

This one is so complete that it would be a shame to casually call it a parts car until we see pics (or eyewitness inspection) that say it's beyond hope. I said this on that orange/white TNT car in Indiana earlier in the year - it's a 300, convertible, still has its 440, buckets/console - we will one day regret parting out cars like this.

 

[Carmine]

The TQ has an adapter plate, so could still be orig intake/engine. Listing say sit is, also, FWIW.

This one is so complete that it would be a shame to casually call it a parts car until we see pics (or eyewitness inspection) that say it's beyond hope. I said this on that orange/white TNT car in Indiana earlier in the year - it's a 300, convertible, still has its 440, buckets/console - we will one day regret parting out cars like this.

Agree. Silly to consider this parts when there are still plenty of unrepairable cars and parts in inventory.

 

[fury fan]

As I look at this one again, it's wearing orig paint (based on that painted-on pinstripe). So picture an afternoon of polishing, matching wheels/tires, and some touchup paint to hide that primer (that isn't doing anything anyway). It's sitting square-and-tall on that trailer, and I think that car would look acceptable sitting on anyone's driveway while awaiting more improvements.

 

[polara71]

John did say it needs eyes put on it. I agree, it looks mostly original. ..... dreams are made of cars like this

 

[saforwardlook]

If you ever want to make some cool cars turn up for sale locally; buy one.

I wouldn't fear the damage I see in the photos, could be as simple as lower 1/4s and trunk extentions, usually the first place to go. Somebody was smart enough to pull all the carpet out. Eyes will make all the difference.

Remember, I just paid $1300 essentially for a 440 in a burned-out shell. It's only circumstance that means I can use more of that car than most buyers.

If DelMonaco or this 300 showed up in my neighorhood like they have in yours at those prices, I would likely own them both!

 

[saforwardlook]

As I look at this one again, it's wearing orig paint (based on that painted-on pinstripe). So picture an afternoon of polishing, matching wheels/tires, and some touchup paint to hide that primer (that isn't doing anything anyway). It's sitting square-and-tall on that trailer, and I think that car would look acceptable sitting on anyone's driveway while awaiting more improvements.

I am always swayed by seeing original pin stripes on a 1970 300. Usually pin stripes put on repainted 1970 300s (if they are put on at all) are done incorrectly. That does look like original paint and a pretty nice interior - probably pretty low miles. If I were in the area, I would take a look.

 

[polara71]

I'd have one.... which ever one popped up first

 

[sauterd]

hey there, speaking of which i had to go back and check on the two TNT convertibles you mention. This is what I got. I know I'm crazy (and Gary will attest to it) but if I had a place to put it I think I'd buy the one for 600, of course then ya gotta add shipping too, oh well, never mind......

1. hey there,
   hope you are well, just wondered what ever happened to your 300 convertible and if you knew about the other TNT that was for sale in IN.
   
   thanks.
   Dale
   
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   I still have the body. It is a roller still. ITs for sale. I have talked with the guy about the one in Indy. IT is complete with its original engine but my body is more solid then it is. The two would make a nice car. Mine would as well with the right parts car.
   
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   mrmopar66 said: ↑
   I still have the body. It is a roller still. ITs for sale. I have talked with the guy about the one in Indy. IT is complete with its original engine but my body is more solid then it is. The two would make a nice car. Mine would as well with the right parts car.[/Q
   thanks just wondered, dont much have the space for it. what are you trying to get out of it now?
   
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   I would take 600.00 for the 300 body.
   

The TQ has an adapter plate, so could still be orig intake/engine. Listing say sit is, also, FWIW.

This one is so complete that it would be a shame to casually call it a parts car until we see pics (or eyewitness inspection) that say it's beyond hope. I said this on that orange/white TNT car in Indiana earlier in the year - it's a 300, convertible, still has its 440, buckets/console - we will one day regret parting out cars like this.

 

[polara71]

I'm confused

 

[sauterd]

sorry, i may have botched up what went on top, etc. i was saying i checked on the two covertible TNT's that were mentioned in that quote recently and that was the latest on them. it appears both still have the cars for sale.

 

[fury fan]

The info you quoted only says the $600 guy has spoken to the orange 'vert guy, and not that it's still available. I hope it's still around, or has landed in good hands, though.
That one eats at my hearstrings a bit.

 

[fury fan]

About 1-2 years ago there were 2 69 300 coupes FS near me for $4500/both. 1 had ~35k miles, wrecked in front, and engine seized. Everything from firewall back was near-pristine. White with black int. Other car was a fairly-solid 130k mi car to donate eng, subframe, and front sheetmetal (it would've been worth restoring on its own). Those 2 would be *prime* to mate up with the orange 'vert, take 3 cars to make 2 cool ones.

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