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1950 Chrysler Newport - Auction - Sandy, UT - 1950 Chrysler Newport Town and CountryVIN# 7411998To meet the pent up demand for fine automobiles following WWII, Chrysler introduced the wood-sided Town and Country models as part of their new postwar lineup. These cars were immediately successful and often difficult for Chrysler dealers to obtain, which resulted in long waiting periods for the eager customers. Despite the popularity, Chrysler’s wood-bodied cars were low production vehicles, because the time involved in making a well-finished wood-paneled car was far beyond that of a regular steel-sided automobile. It is believed that Chrysler never made a profit on any of their Town and Country products due to the labor-intensive nature of their construction. The 1950 Chrysler Newport Town & Country is an important and historically significant automobile, even among the wood-bodied cars and station wagons that have enjoyed a surge in popularity in recent years. There were only 700 of these cars built, of which approximately 77 remain. Success sometimes drives from its path cherished but costly attributes. Carefully fitted and finished, the Town & Country’s cabinetry reflected a more leisurely era of hand-built coachwork that was inconsistent with Chrysler’s dynamic future. 1950 would be the final year for the wood-paneled Town & Country. This car presented at auction is a two-door hardtop model, Forest Green with an Ivory roof and natural finished hardwood. The body metal is clean with no rust. The seats are leather and the chrome dash is topped with a leather wrapped safety pad. Her original inline eight motor was replaced with a 360 V8. The car has been owned by a gentleman who has brought this car back to prominence. Turn the key and she’s ready to drive.Link to ad on Hemmings.com
