- Rare 1959 Windsor Coupe - Drive or restore - Forward Look Mopar 2 door Hardtop

1959 Chrysler Windsor Hardtop Coupe

Hard to find model
Drive or restore
No Reserve Auction

Up for bids is this rare 1959 Canadian-Market Chrysler Windsor. 6,775 Windsor Coupes were made for '59, nd of course just a fraction of those were built in Ontario, aking this car an even rarer find. This car was restored in the 1970's and is starting to show some age. As a longtime member of the Walter P Chrysler club, just couldn't pass this up, ven if it's a little cosmetically challenged. If you're a fan of Virgil Exner's Forward Look, ou already know that you can't be too picky when you happen upon a hardtop or convertible from this era, here just aren't that many left.
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The car was originallly Ivory White with a Highland Green insert, ow it's all Ivory White. The paint is driver quality but presentable. There's been rust repair along the rockers and trunk, hotos of this are shown further below. Panel fit and gaps are very good; the doors, runk lid and hood close precisely. The body is straight with no dents or damage. Tires are a matching set in 225/75/14 with good tread and no sidewall checking.

All of the trim is complete and intact but shows some dings and damage in areas. Lights and lenses are in good condition.
The Canadian Market cars featured 3 crown ornaments on the leading edge of the doors, eplacing the Golden Lion badge that was used on US versions.

The bumpers are for the most part pretty straight, ood candidates for rechroming but usable as they are.

All of the glass is good with no chips or cracks, lthough the inside of the windshield has some scuffs on the passenger side that will need to be polished away.
Trunk has been finished and is presentable, ll of the car's weatherstripping is pretty decent.

The interior was done in the 70's and looks that way. It's great if you're partial to ABBA or the BeeGees, ut either way it's showing some age. The swivel seats were an option for Windsor's in '59.

All of the gauges work except for the clock and gas gauge, he car will be delivered with a full tank. Heater and fan work but the radio and horn do not. Ignition tumbler requires the right touch to start the car. Dash pad is in good condition.

The velour upholstery is serviceable but the back seat requires mending up top.

You'll be glad to know that the car runs and drives very well. Starts quickly (with the right jiggle of the key) and runs strongly. Smokes a bit on startup but none once underway. The 361 V8 produces good power and the TorqueFlite shifts right on time. Handling is good and the car cruises along comfortably with no issues. Shows stable operating temperatures and great oil pressure readings. Really a pretty good old car.

Floor pans are original, ut the undercarriage shows some metal patching to the rockers and trunk. The frame is entirely solid and has no issues, he exhaust system is in good condition.

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About the reserve price:
This car is being sold at No Reserve, he high bidder is the winning bidder. This auction ends Tuesday February 2nd at 10AM Pacific Time12 Noon Central1 PM Eastern, font>6 PM GMT.

About Payment:
I will contact the winning bidder via email within 3 hours of auction completion. I would like a $500 deposit via paypal within 24 hours. Balance is due (bank check or bank wire transfer only) within 5 calendar days of auction end. The car will be securely garaged until pickup.

About this auction:
This auction process is a legally binding contract into which you enter when you click "confirm" on your bid. Please have finances in order before you decide to bid and please ask all questions before you decide to bid. Basically, please only bid if you are ready to purchase this vehicle. Vehicle is sold as-is with no warranties expressed or implied. License plate is not included. Any disputes regarding the sale of this vehicle shall be resolved through binding arbitration exclusively in Multnomah County, regon under applicable state laws. By bidding you agree to these terms.
Please note: The Oregon DMV is titling the car into my business name, here may be a title delay dependent upon how long it takes them to process it. The car will have a clean, lear US title.

About me:
Please check my feedback, take customer satisfaction very seriously and am a licensed, onded and insured dealer in the State of Oregon. I own this car outright and the pictures were taken last week.

You and/or your representative are welcome and encouraged to inspect the vehicle in person before the close of auction. I can be reached at 503-891-7702 between the hours of 9-5. Previously sold inventory is available to view at www.cascadiaclassic.com

Post Auction details:
The transport cost is the responsiblity of the winning bidder, lthough I'll be happy to help with logistics. I have a wholesale account with a shipping dispatch service and can help you find a reasonable rate.
Overseas bidders may contact any of these international shippers for a quote:
Schumacher cargo
CFR / Rinkens
California Shipping

Thanks for looking!

Bob Waldman
Cascadia Classic LLC - DA0639
Portland, regon
503-891-7702