I would guess some of you are like me and also collect the dealer literature for these cars too. I feel restoring these cars is almost like a duty to society to preserve the history, as well as getting the benefit of actually driving a piece of history.
Anyway….I saw one of these Color and Trim selector books at a display at a car show a few years ago. I never knew these dealer books existed, let alone how much I would eventually want one. I know there are scans available on the web, but seeing the level of craftsmanship that went in to making these books with your own eyes is on a whole other level.
Over the years I picked up a dealer brochure, print ads, even a very clean owners manual (complete with warranty card and adverts for Chrysler boats). I found a decent copy of the service manual and eventually spent the money for a dealer data book. A couple of years ago I came across a complete parts catalogue at a car show swap meet and couldn’t leave with out it.
But…. The Color and Trim Selector book always eluded me. There was one that I would see come up for sale on EBay from time to time, but it was way more than I wanted to spend.
Well the other day one popped up, it was an acceptable price, but was not in top notch condition, but I figured “what the heck…” so I bought it!
A few YouTube videos later, and now I am learning how to restore books. So far I am happy with the results! (Up next is how to reflatten the acetate sheet for the exterior colors).