1961 Chrysler 300 G Convertible
- Engine
- 6.8L (413 cu. in.) wedge-head V8 with dual cross-ram intake, 375 bhp
- Colour
- Mardi Gras Red
A 1961 Chrysler 300 G convertible, one of only 337 produced that year and among an estimated 124 survivors, finished in Mardi Gras Red over tan interior. Equipped with factory air conditioning, power accessories, swiveling front seats, and chrome wire wheels, the car was formerly part of the celebrated Tom Gerrard collection of award-winning American convertibles before passing to the Derro Collection. It earned an AACA Senior First Prize award as recently as 2013.
Ownership
- —Auction saleSold US$148,500
- 2009 →Private saleDerro Collectionpartial documentation
Acquired through a mutual acquaintance shared with the prior owner; car was shown competitively and benefited from mechanical attention during this tenure.
- Date unknownAcquisition unknownTom Gerrardpartial documentation
Part of a noted collection of award-winning American convertibles; exact dates of ownership not specified.
Competition
- 2013Antique Automobile Club of AmericaAACA Senior First PrizeSenior First Prize
Concours-style judged award earned while in the Derro Collection.
Maintenance & restoration
- —Engine rebuild
The upper portion of the V-8 engine was rebuilt; scope limited to the top end rather than a full overhaul.
Described as recent work at time of cataloguing.
- —Service
The vehicle was freshly detailed to a high cosmetic standard prior to the auction.
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