Chrysler’s financial woes began as the 1970s charged on. They built mostly gasoline-dependent U.S. automobiles and only had Japanese imports to counteract the subcompacts from Chevrolet and Ford. However, if a big car was to your liking, you might… more»
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Dusty Desert Find: 1962 Chrysler Newport
From 1961 to 1981, the Newport was Chrysler’s entry-level full-size car. But because it was a Chrysler, it was far from a basic automobile. In 1962, the 361 cubic inch V8 was the standard engine, and we assume that’s… more»
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Free Car? 1967 Chrysler Newport Drop-Top
Throughout the 1960s and 1970s, the Newport was Chrysler’s entry-level car. But there was nothing basic about any Chrysler product, so the Newport was well-heeled. After a redesign in 1965, the 1967 Newport was treated to new sheet metal,… more»
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Old School Cool: Flamed 1955 Chrysler Newport
Given the high future costs of restoring a neglected vintage automobile, it generally makes more sense to hold out for the most solid example you can afford, no matter what the make or model of your dream car happens… more»
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28k-Mile Survivor? 1963 Chrysler Newport
Have you ever reappraised a car that you didn’t like and realize that you were in the wrong? That’s how I feel about Chrysler’s 1963/4 models today. For much of my life, I thought they were simply weird-looking Mopars,… more»
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43K-Mile Survivor: 1967 Chrysler Newport
In its advertising for the 1967 Newport, Chrysler advised potential customers to “Test Price a Chrysler.” It must have been tempting; a basic Newport two-door hardtop such as the one featured here sold for $3,639, and it came standard… more»
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Standout Styling! 1968 Chrysler Newport
It’s not my intention to keep ragging on the Chrysler brand, but I can’t help it. Look at this spectacularly styled 1968 Newport hardtop with its dashing reverse C-pillar and compare it to the dreck the brand builds today… more»
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Running Project: 1964 Chrysler Newport
Throughout the 1960s and 1970s, the Newport was Chrysler’s entry-level car. But it was far from being austere, representing nearly 60% of Chrysler-branded sales in 1964 alone. Wearing all-new sheet metal in 1963, the Newport was little changed going… more»
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“Everything Works!” 1972 Chrysler Newport
“Fuselage” styling makes this 1972 Chrysler Newport a sleek sedan. Elegantly elongated hood and trunk dimensions easily bestow “land yacht” status. Though not a police package car, the San Antonio, Texas classic wears temporarily-installed police lights and badges to… more»
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Nicest Roller Around? 1970 Chrysler Newport
Usually, when we run across a “roller,” the whole package needs a lot of work. Not so in the case of this 1970 Chrysler Newport, which looks quite tidy except for the hole in the engine compartment. Apparently, the… more»
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440 Powered and Road Ready: 1967 Chrysler Newport
Although the Newport wasn’t positioned as one of the higher-level luxurious offerings in the Chrysler lineup, it still showed a sleek and attractive body, especially when buyers chose the two-door hardtop model. The Newport received some revised sheet metal… more»
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Rare Sportsgrain Siding: 1968 Chrysler Newport Convertible
The 1968 Chrysler Newport offered some beautiful styling as a 2-door hardtop or a convertible, even in its base form. However, buyers who chose to add the Sportsgrain siding were treated to an even more prestigious look outside, without… more»
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Original Paint: 1963 Chrysler Newport
Time will often take a toll on classics, and it is common to find vehicles with over six decades of active service under their belts looking tired and worn. However, this 1963 Chrysler Newport has defied the odds because… more»
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Garage-Stored 19 Years: 1968 Chrysler Newport
Though the nameplate dated to the 1950s, the Newport was Chrysler’s “bread and butter” car throughout the 1960s. With a redesign in 1965 and a restyle in 1967, the Newport stayed the course in 1968. While Chrysler built more… more»
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Rare Woodie Convertible! 1969 Chrysler Newport
Throughout the 1960s and beyond, the Newport was Chrysler’s “entry-level” automobile, though nothing about a Chrysler would be considered basic. In 1969, they built just 2,169 Newport drop-tops of which as few as 250 could have come with the… more»
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One-Owner Survivor! 1975 Chrysler Newport
We’re back in the Land of Land Yachts, with this pristine, one-owner 1975 Chrysler Newport, listed here on facebook Marketplace for $6500. The car is located in Saginaw, Michigan, and we have Ted to thank for the tip. The… more»
