If I had one automotive wish in life, it would be that American manufacturers still produced muscular station wagons. The current model range is probably more versatile, but there was nothing like driving out of a dealership behind the wheel of a wagon with a throbbing V8 under the hood. Buyers must now turn to the classic world for such an experience, and this 1967 Chrysler Town and Country is a rare example of the breed. Only 7,183 examples rolled off the line in a six-seat configuration, and this one is a genuine survivor. The buyer could pursue a light cosmetic refresh, but preservation is a viable option. It is worth a closer look if versatility and power form part of your selection criteria.
Chrysler introduced a new Town and Country in 1965, with that generation remaining on sale until 1968. It bore no styling similarities to its predecessor, which carried over many design cues from the late 1950s. The new wagon was crisp and modern, and one of its defining features was the enormous glass that provided a light and airy interior. The first owner ordered this 1967 Town and Country in Spice Gold Metallic, with the seller indicating that apart from minor touch-ups, the paint is original. It retains a healthy shine, with no signs of patchiness or other issues. The panels are straight, and the underside shots reveal nothing beyond the presence of dry surface corrosion. There appears to be no evidence of penetrating rust, although with a few bubbles appearing on a couple of exterior surfaces, there may be work ahead for the buyer. The problems aren’t severe or extensive, and tackling them before they develop further would be wise. Otherwise, the trim is in good order, and there are no visible glass issues.
There is a lot to like about this Chrysler’s interior, and very little to criticize. The driver’s seat has a developing split requiring attention. An upholsterer might be able to improve the situation with a blind patch. Otherwise, the new owner may face spending $600 on a replacement cover. The carpet looks to be faded in a couple of spots, but the lack of significant wear means replacement isn’t essential if the new owner wishes to preserve the wagon’s survivor status. The remaining trim is in good order, the woodgrain hasn’t faded or lifted, and the dash is excellent. I am surprised by the lack of air conditioning and other creature comforts. However, the first owner equipped this gem with a power tailgate window and an AM radio.
The 1967 Town and Country tips the scales at a relatively hefty 4,674 lbs, but Chrysler made sure its engine bay housed a V8 that coped with the weight. This wagon features the entry-level 383ci powerplant, but with 325hp and 425 ft/lbs of torque at the driver’s disposal, performance was far better than many might expect. A three-speed A-727 automatic transmission handles shifting duties, and power steering will be appreciated by those wishing to maneuver this giant in tight locations. Potential buyers will welcome the news that this classic is mechanically original, and comes with a large selection of invoices and service records. The seller supplies no information about how it runs or drives, but the clean state of the engine bay suggests the news should be positive.
The demise of the domestic station wagon was a sad day in American automotive history, and with no evidence that manufacturers plan a rebirth, buyers must search the classic market for an appropriate candidate to park in their garage. This 1967 Chrysler Town and Country could be a strong contender, although enthusiasts with a large family may find the lack of third-row seating a limiting factor. The seller listed the Chrysler here on eBay in Fraser, Michigan. They set their BIN at $18,900, with the option to make an offer. Interestingly, even though the six-seat variant is rarer than the nine-seat, the latter typically commands a premium of around 14%. The BIN on our feature wagon is probably realistic, but it might be worth making an offer if a station wagon is on your Wish List. You never know, but today could be your lucky day.
This brings back fond memories as it is almost a twin to my Dad’s 1967 Dodge Polara station wagon. other than color and taillights.
His had the same 383 but the 9 seat variant and he used it to haul around all 10 of us kids to include long rides to far away boy scout camps with whichever of us boys were currently active.
That car only lasted 16 years before the New England salt finally made it un safe to drive. All of my older brothers got to learn how to drive navigating that big boat but I got its follow on a 1972 Doge Coronet Wagon equally hard to drive with no power assist but it taught me how it just needs to be moving to steer it.
Wish it was on my side of the pond as I’d seriously be considering it
16 years was pretty good for a New England car ! In CT. cars were already pretty rusty by the time they hit 10 years old , and by that time it was a $50 junker headed for the junkyard of demo derby
I agree with Don. I’m in the Boston area.
Also in CT, our 1968 Plymouth sport suburban station wagon lasted 10 years, and rust was finally the death of it. The corrosion had started earlier than that, and my father had had it repaired, but it won in the end. $3600 new, if I recall the price, when we went to buy it off the showroom floor.
Vastly over-priced. A wagon w/o A/C is a non-starter. Who in their right mind would take a road trip without A/C. Maybe you would add it ? But at that price – keep looking !
Wing vents…no a/c ..no problem
Correct. Old cars had much better ventilation. After all they weren’t stuffed full of microprocessors creating added heat and air just flowed through the cowl of the car.
It depends on where you live, or do most of your driving in the summer. When we moved to central California in 1967, we bought ’67 Chrysler Newport with factory air. Most everyone where summer temps reach into the 100º + range had A/C in their cars, from the ’60s on. I wouldn’t drive a car for any distance without it in the summer (it’s only 105º outside this morning).
its a 67, not a 97. Most cars back then didnt have A/C , just like most had manual windows ,including the full size models. The exception of course were the luxury cars
Now THAT’s a station wagon!!! And that engine bay! You can see for miles! That has to make working on it so much easier!
Mick, you got THAT right…I had three of ’em: a fully loaded dark green ’69 with a 440, a beige ’73 with a 383 and hounds tooth check upholstery, and a 383-equipped gold ’75; all were 9 passenger with wood grain sides. I had no problem hauling the neighborhood kids to their Little League games!
I’ve got the same monster wagon in the ‘66, 440, 9-passenger version. Actually it’s more like 7-passengers as the third seat is pretty narrow and mine has bucket seats in front. I bought it from the original owner 30-years ago who told me that he ordered it with buckets and console delete so his wife could tend to the kids in back easier! I love that car!
Air conditioning is over rated in Northern climates. My two brothers and I grew up in Northern PA. Dad never got ac in cars in the 50s, 60s or 70s. Couldn’t afford it. We survived with windows down and wing windows. Beautiful car here. Saw one identical to this in silver the other actually being driven, unlike most 50 plus year old cars today because they have ac and every ridiculous modern touches.
Correct me If I’m wrong but I thought the town and country had wood grain sides?
If I bought it, it would need a personal license plate.
LND YOT
Oh gosh no A/C and the seats aren’t heated and cooled either. It can’t park itself or safety nanny you to distraction. Well you will just have to rough it. I could be wrong but as I recall; most new cars in 1967 left the factory sans A/C. At least this battleship has power steering. Many people today wouldn’t have a chance at parallel parking this with manual steering. Add a clutch to the equation and you could have as much fun watching people maneuver this as you can observing boaters attempting to dock on a windy day with the tide running. This is a very nice survivor of mid twentieth century American automotive history when station wagons were the popular choice for families hitting the road. Just seeing one like this brings back a lot of memories for many of us. As we all know; station wagons gave way to mini vans and those got shoved aside in the market for the ubiquitous SUV that everyone seems to drive nowadays. I think that someone will buy this for nostalgia, weekend cruises to the home improvement store and cars and coffee. I have to wonder if a half century in the future will look alike SUVs be collectible for today’s kids. GLWTS.
Owned a’67 Chrysler 300 4DrHt with a 440 Torque-Flite Auto., that thing would boogie !! A real NICE car back in the day ,,,,
I had a 2 door. White with white vinyl top. Red leather interior, 440. Fully loaded. Wish I still had it.
It’s easy for folks in the northern states to poo-pooh A/C as an effete and unnecessary frivolity, but let them drive through the South or the Southwest in 110º summer heat, soaking in perspiration, and just watch how quickly they change their tune!
Just took a closer look at this and it appears the tailgate is a different shade from the rest of the car. The wheel wells front and rear has some rust bubbles surfacing through some respray and touch up.