Thinking back to 1975, can you imagine receiving a new Chrysler Cordoba as a graduation gift and not liking it? For whatever reason, that’s apparently what happened here. The story goes that the daughter was less than excited about her new car, with the seller reporting that it sat for some 20 years after that. This luxurious Mopar is said to have traveled only 22,000 miles in its lifetime and remains in beautiful condition, with several fun options such as a factory sunroof. Located in Orange, Connecticut, this 1975 Chrysler Cordoba can be found here on eBay, with the opening bid of $7,500 yet to be placed.
While I would have been pleased to receive any vehicle as a gift in my younger days, I’d have felt thrilled with a Cordoba, and especially one so nicely equipped. For the period, this car would have been considered loaded, as the seller mentions options such as cruise control, a rear-window defroster, and, as we can see from the photos, it also has power windows. Although these were billed as personal luxury coupes, the bucket seats and console give this Chrysler a sporty feel inside, and the interior is still in excellent shape overall. The most serious defect I spotted was a crack near the center of the dash, a common occurrence in this era of automotive history.
Although a 318 V8 was the standard engine for the Cordoba in 1975, under the hood here is an optional 360, which should have made the package even more appealing to a young person at graduation age. This one features a 2-barrel configuration with a factory horsepower rating of 180, a number which wasn’t all that bad for the mid-seventies. The seller mentions that new motor mounts have been installed, along with a new carburetor, choke, and a fresh fuel pump.
Considering the paint is described as mostly original, this one still looks very good on the outside, with even the white vinyl top holding up well after all those decades. The seller reports that this car is rust-free and also claims the undercarriage is mint, so the storage conditions have been favorable. With such low mileage and exceptional condition, this one would be a desirable example even without the sunroof. However, for me, that option further sweetens the desirability here. What are your thoughts on this 1975 Chrysler Cordoba?
Another interesting find! Nowhere near on my bucket list, but it could be a great find!
The only question I would have is whether this is a lean-burn engine…
It’s not a lean burn, thankfully!
Sunroof, half vinyl roof, 360, low miles…what’s not to like? More photos would be nice.
My first job as an automation engineer was at the plant making this car. I’d buy it if it was closer me.
I would buy this in a heart beat if I had garage to put it in. This has all the options I would love to have. Not too crazy about the interior color but that’s what chrysler did back then. My father had a three sixty two barrel in a Dodge Coronet, and it was pretty quick.Plenty of spunk. What’s killing me?Is it’s not that far from where I live. It’s a shame that has a crack in the dash. Don’t know how that happened. I wish the sellar good luck. 🇺🇸🐻
What…not a single comment about Corinthian Leather?
The Corinthian ~ I know who I am, and the Corinthian ees a car for the man who knows who I am.
The daughter probably hated Ricardo Montalban. I can almost understand it though. I too sneered at these at the time, thinking they were just overstuffed faux classic boat anchors. But, her loss, our gain! Now I’d like to have one especially with that interior! You’re not going to see one this nice too often, though I’m not sold on the 22k mile claim.
I can guarantee that there are a couple of miserable ex husbands out there in this Karen’s wake. My graduation present was an 8 year old VW.
Pretty neat, I’ve always liked these first generation Cordobas. Bad cell phone pictures with poor lighting on eBay is not the way to sell this car. He should go to Bring a Trailer with it and use a professional photographer.
Last of the B-bodies. There’s a lot to like here. Not in the market for one, but if I was, I would make a move here if everything checked out. No lean burn in ’75s, That came later.
Daughter probly wanted one of those death trap Pintos. Parent had her safety in mind with this tank. Beautiful car !
1975… I was 25… and the first Cordoba Iever saw in person was at the Chrysler dealership… in these exact colors… and my friend’s parents bought it ! I really liked those wheel covers… more than the wire spokes or those awful road wheels whick looked like chrome reverse….
So I spent a Saturday in March, ’75 trying to see if I could afford one… but was hung up on the color… couldn’t decide and finally gave up. 3 years later I ordered a new 79 LeBaron coupe…. which I drove for 9 years…
Nice ‘Doba. I like them in earth tones but I can’t hate this one. All the goodies. The story could have merit. Maybe the daughter moved to a city were a car like this, or any car, just wasn’t practical. Heck, maybe she took off for a summer of international travel and never stopped moving.
These turbine wheels were the most flattering. The road wheels are great and the wire wheel covers were probably the least offensive offered around that time by any manufacturer. But the wheels on this car, are the wheels for this car!
That’s not a wheel cover. Those are steel wheels with urethane (flexible plastic) fins and those stainless steel trim rings.
Spoiled daughter, just like my sister. My mother bought her a 1980 Ford Escort.
She threw a fit!!! She wanted a Nissan! I would have been happy if I got $20 when I graduated. Lucky for my mother the dealership actually took it back with no penalty two days later.
I’m taking the story with a grain of salt. Cordobas were hot in ’75 and I can’t see the dealer not taking it back and turning it around to a waiting customer with only the most token of discounts.
I always loved those Cordobas especially the ones with the round head lights. If I had the money and the garage space this car would be on its way to Georgia.
neat to see 1 with buckets and a console and low miles. i would have stated the open bid a bit lower though
That graduation gift story is probably just that – a story.
Regardless, this is a very nice bucket seat, console, great paint color, low miles, great shape Cordoba. If it could be gotten for close to the opening price, it would be a bargain.
My FIL bought a fully loaded (except no sun roof) 75 Cordoba new ~ I think the color was called cinnamon. He liked it a lot. This would make a great daily driver for someone. Where else are you going to buy a practically new car for $7,500? Doesn’t look like anyone would be bidding against you, so…
Not sure if the graduation present story is true or not, but it certainly is a nice looking car. The story could have some merit based upon my own family experience. In June of 1971, my older sister was about to graduate and my Dad decided to get her a new car. He had already picked out a Monte Carlo and we all went to look at it. Mom wisely stayed in our car as she was furious that Dad was entertaining the idea of buying my sister a brand new car. My sister took one look at the Monte Carlo and said it was an old mans car. She steered my Dad over to a Camaro, to which he said absolutely not. They argued back and forth until the salesman came over. He suggested a Chevelle and that’s what my sister ended up getting. Maybe this girl wasn’t willing to stand up to her Dad like my sister did?
I’ve always loved the first generation Cordobas. My cousin bought one in 1975 in Spanish gold( a caramel color), with a tan top and the same color interior. It had the Corinthian leather with those wheels, it was a great looking car. His had the 360 as well. I think it was 1979 or 1980 I bought a 1977 Cordoba, To this day it’s still one of my favorite cars that I owned. It was silver with a black top and black leather interior. According to the brochure the only option it didn’t have was a rear window defogger. The leather interior with the bucket seats console and floor shift was a delight to look at when you opened the door. It also had the 400 ci engine with the lean burn system. I didn’t see that much difference between my cousin’s 360 and the 400 as far as power, but it was silky smooth. I really do miss that car.
Did you have any problems with your silver paint? I worked with a guy who bought a last year model in silver with maroon vinyl top. He and his wife loved that car.
Then after about 2 years all the paint started peeling off the car. Man he was hopping mad! Took his complaints right to the top at Chrysler. I don’t know if he got anywhere though, I quit my job there and never saw him again.
I prepped these new at a Chrysler dealership where I worked. Chrysler used single stage enamel paint. It took plenty of work to make them shine. The 360 ate plenty of gas. After 51 years, that is low mileage. Have not seen one of these in a long time. Unibody. Most rusted.
My friend was in the army and stationed in Korea. When he came back stateside he needed a car. Gas crisis going on, he went to Chrysler dealer and looked at a Cordoba. The dealer was so desperate to sell they let him take it home and drive for a week to see how he liked it.
Of all things, he didn’t like the gas mileage and bought a Chevette instead!
Ended with 0 bids.
Relisted again for same amount, and then finally:
“This listing was ended by the seller on Wed, Feb 11 at 10:59 AM because the item is no longer available.”