1962 Chrysler Ghia L6.4
- Engine
- 6.4L (383 ci) OHV Hemi V8, single four-barrel carburetor, 335 bhp at 4,600 rpm
- Colour
- Metallic blue
The 1962 Chrysler Ghia L6.4 (chassis 0305) is among the rarest surviving coachbuilt American automobiles of the postwar era, one of just 17 known surviving examples from a total production of 26. Unveiled at the 1962 New York Auto Show, it was acquired new by a Pennsylvania buyer and kept for over four decades with minimal use. Believed to be the most original survivor of its type, it retains its factory paint, interior, and fitted luggage, and was exhibited at the 2014 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance. Its odometer shows approximately 31,800 miles from new.
Ownership
- 2023-01-27Auction saleSold US$520,000
- 1962 →Private saleMr. Berman of Allentown, Pennsylvaniapartial documentation
First retail owner after the car's auto show debut; paid approximately $13,000 new. Retained the car for over four decades, covering roughly 25,000 miles while keeping it in original condition.
- → 2009Private saleMichael Schudroffpartial documentation
Greenwich, Connecticut-based collector and dealer who purchased the car from Mr. Berman in the early 2000s; continued to preserve its original condition rather than restore it.
- 2009 →AuctionJohn Whitefull documentation
Acquired at auction as part of the dispersal of a large portion of Schudroff's holdings; odometer read 27,864 miles at time of purchase. Maintained the car in original condition as part of the Ramshead Collection.
Competition
- 19621962 New York Auto Show
Vehicle was exhibited brand-new at the New York Coliseum display; photographic documentation of the appearance exists in the car's history file.
- 20142014 Pebble Beach Concours d'EleganceDriver: John White
Car was invited to participate and also completed the associated Tour d'Elegance without mechanical issues.
Maintenance & restoration
No maintenance or restoration records.
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