The Chrysler 300 Letter Series is the forerunner of the popular muscle car movement of the 1960s. From 1955 to 1965, they were trimmed like New Yorkers but performed at a higher level. To boost overall sales, Chrysler cooked up the 300 Sport Series in 1962, sometimes referred to as the “Non-Letter” cars. The seller’s ’62 300 Sport looks like a beautiful machine that may only want to have a coolant leak repaired. Located in Arlington, Washington, this larger-than-life Mopar is available here on craigslist for $8,000 OBO.
Letter Series cars were only offered as 2-door hardtops and convertibles. And, in 1962, a potent 413 V8 lay beneath the hood. On the other hand, the Sport Series also came as a 4-door hardtop like the seller’s car, and a 383 was the typical engine compartment occupant. So, the Sport Series was targeted more at the family man who wanted some zip in his step. Just over 10,000 copies were sold in 1962 compared to fewer than 600 Letter Series cars.
About 1,800 300 Sport 4-doors were built in 1962 and looked like a 1961 Chrysler but with the tailfins neutered for the first time since 1956. This Chrysler looks nicer than its 147,000 miles would suggest, so perhaps the car has received a refreshment of the paint and interior at some point. But no such claims are made other than it has been garaged since new (is this a one-family automobile?).
Everything about this Chrysler says, “get in and drive me somewhere.” But you won’t be able to do that before fixing a leaky radiator or water pump that the seller has no interest in addressing (why not?). We’re told it otherwise runs great, just that the seller needs it gone. Spend a few hundred bucks and you could have a great weekend cruiser. Thanks for the cool tip, “Scott”.
I don’t want to be jumping to conclusions here, but with 147K miles and an OBO asking price, this car may in fact require more work than just a coolant leak fix. The seller’s cavalier attitude would trouble me if I was interested in buying this.
Yes and it really is a sporty looking deal nice red interior with a 383 to tinker with not too bad like comparing to a 10 grand nova with ratty interior & spend thrift 250 2 door
Never thought these year mopars were pretty but maybe that’s the point in driving one now. A lot of metal for the money.
“Coolant leak”…I just had the radiator rebuilt for my ‘64 Chrysler…$800!! Thats with ME doing the R & R ! The days of the $100 re-core are a distant memory. Still a nice car though, I’d be happy to have it in my driveway…
These are a distinctive looking car and I like it. I agree that the interior just invites you to go for a drive. The owner may recognize the coolant leak as a domino effect or has just decided to move on. If all else is well you could really enjoy the drive.
The “Astrodome” instrument cluster is 2nd to none! Looks like a lot of car for the money to me!
That price is suspiciously low for a 300 in that condition, even with, say a cracked block (worst case “coolant leak”).
Michelle wrote up this same car (Same photos!) over a year ago: https://barnfinds.com/one-family-owned-1962-chrysler-300-sport-4-door-hardtop/
Same seller was asking $22k then. Wonder why the steep drop in the ask.
Maybe it’s just me or the camera angle but it looks like the right rear is slightly sagging. Since the seller is seemingly quite eager to sell they may be willing to negotiate. As others have mentioned; a thorough inspection is warranted prior to making an offer. Since it’s on the west side of the country it won’t be me. GLWTS.