Talk about an ultra-rare, stunning survivor, feast your eyes on this 1970 Chrysler 300 Hurst package. Called the “executive’s muscle car,” this was a collaborative effort between Chrysler and Hurst Performance, and only a scant 485 of these 2-door hardtops were produced. I read that two convertible versions were also produced and that Hurst used one for promotional purposes. This time capsule is a one-family-owned car since new. The ad says that Grandpa bought it new, passed it down to his son, and then it was passed down to his grandson. It is currently tucked away in Columbia, South Carolina, and is for sale here on eBay. The Buy It Now price is $62,500. As of this writing, 9 bids have been submitted, but the current $35,900 high bid does not meet the seller’s reserve. Yet another shout-out to super-spotter Curvette for sending us this rare Mopar!
Described as “completely unrestored and in its original condition,” it is, indeed, a stunning survivor. All of the 300 Hurst Editions were painted Spinnaker White, then sent to Hurst, where they received a center hood scoop and recessed latches, a rear decklid/spoiler, cool, unique side stripes, and special 300 H badging. To reduce weight, the power-bulge hood and rear decklid/spoiler were made of fiberglass. Gold-accent wheels and concealed hideaway headlights gave the 300 H a rather menacing look from the front (at least for a Chrysler). I think the photos speak for themselves. The exterior looks great and I’m not seeing any rust or any other issues.
The 300 Hurst Edition’s interior will never be confused with, say, a Road Runner. The luxurious interior is straight out of the top-of-the-line Imperial LeBaron with deep-cushioned bucket seats of Saddle Tan leather and a long list of standard features including air conditioning, 6-way power front seats, power steering, power disc brakes, power windows, cruise control, and more. Even though it’s a Hurst Edition, the Chrysler has a column shift, three-speed TorqueFlite automatic transmission. (I read where around 40 of these were built with a console-mounted shifter.) The seller claims, “the interior is in amazing shape as it was babied its entire life.” There’s truth in that advertising because I can’t find fault with the car’s well-preserved, executive-worthy interior.
Under the hood is an impressive 440-cubic-inch “TNT” V8 that produced 375 horsepower and 480 lb-ft of torque when new. 57,000 original miles are on the clock and it is paired with a heavy-duty TorqueFlite 727 3-speed automatic transmission. Although the 300 Hurst Edition weighed over 4,100 pounds, performance tests back in the day showed that this Chrysler could go 0-60 in about 7.1 seconds and the quarter-mile in roughly 15.3 seconds. The seller says the motor and drive train have never been out of the car since new.
So, what do you think? Ever seen one of these? I really enjoy writing about original time capsules like this, especially when it’s been in one family since new. Hopefully, the next owner will continue babying this rare, rare Chrysler.
Without question, the coolest of the modern Chryslers, despite Ms. Vaughn’s influence. It should be noted, there officially was no “300H”, even though many lobbied for it. The 1 off convertible Ms. Hurst rode on was rumored to be George Hursts favorite car, with extra large rear view mirror, of course( cough).
Couple things bum me out as horribly out of date. Big Chryslers? What’s a “Hurst?”, and Ms. Vaughn, all practically unheard of.
And no post of mine would be complete without, the price, of course, nobody going to give a hoot what this car represented, and “grandpas car bought new, passed down to the son, then the grandson” and BAM! The fun apparently stopped there. No surprise there, 6 “lookers”,,,tells the story folks.
I always wanted this since a saw a new one back in 70. If i had extra cash. I would fly down and drive home. This is the best one I have seen in years. It’s worth it and the 300 will go up in value. When i was a teenage back in the 70s. I seen one with a console and 4 speed. Unfortunately I lost the pictures. For what I read back many years. The 4 speed with the pistol grip was a one off. I always felt that they should of offer the stick! This one is beautiful and I really hope it goes to a good home. 🇺🇸🐻