Re: {Chrysler 300} 1961 G convertible local car

[Harry Torgeson <torg66@xxxxxxxxx>]

Bob, the 61 I saw was better than this, But It had been hit in the rear quarter and the repair is beyond fixing, it needs a donor car again. The owner said it ran when parked in1983 dry storage,  but was stored wet before that. The heater hoses were disconnected so I believe the heater core is gone and floor boards are wet. This car can be restored, but the German one at $65,000 is a bargain, only shipping cost $5000 to $7000. So to take a car like the one I saw to a restoration level, $150,000 cost or more at a reputable shop, many delays, phone calls and grief over 2 to 5 years to complete the job with no fin car to drive.

Harry

On Sun, Apr 2, 2023 at 11:55 AM Bob Jasinski <rpjasin@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:

Warning, not for the faint of heart, they are out there.  Here is a G convert “barn find “in Oklahoma I was contacted about in 2019, to see if I had an interest.   Imagine the challenge and cost of restoring this car.  I told him $10,000 to maybe $14, 000 if it had the original engine, rams and carbs.  He was not happy with my response, never heard from him again.

 

Bob J

 

From: chrysler-300-club-international@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx <chrysler-300-club-international@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> On Behalf Of John Nowosacki
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Subject: Re: {Chrysler 300} 1961 G convertible local car

 

An age-old question I guess.  How bad does a G convertible have to be to not be worth saving?  There were only 337 to begin with.  Maybe not worth a show-car restoration, but maybe a safe, driver quality refurb?

 

On Sat, Apr 1, 2023 at 3:47 PM Harry Torgeson <torg66@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:

Hi club members, I just a look at a 1961 G convert for sale in Oregon City. OR. The guy wanted $67,000 for a Black car and a tan interior. He called me and said he would take $50,000. The car is good for only a restoration or parts car. I will not buy this car, it can not be a driver. Call me if your interested about the description. I have then VIN and data plate info

Harry Torgeson

971-221-4699 Pacific time

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