A friend of mine just purchased a 1954 Chrysler New Yorker Deluxe 2 door hardtop in all original condition complete with original Hemi motor. How many of these were built and what is the value of same? I am a Cadillac and Lincoln man and have no idea. Thanks.

If the car is the New Yorker Deluxe Newport there were 4,814 built.
If its the New Yorker Deluxe club coupe there were 1,816 built.

Value is hard to say...condition, accessories etc play a big part in pricing.

BvR

real world value in good driving condition is in the area of $7500.00. these chryslers, in spite of being well made are not very prized yet as collectible cars by alot of people. they appeal to a limited market so they are one of the best bargains around. i own a 1954 windsor convertible that has a high value because it is a convertible, but i also own a 54 windsor sedan that i bought 2 years ago for $3800.00 in original condition and is a good driver. today i would be lucky to get the same $3800 if i sold it. the 331 hemi in the 54 new yorker is not a desirable hemi but it is a great running engine. coupled with the powerflite this is a great driving car, but not known for great speed.its claim to fame is durability and it will run great on long road trips. the biggest pain is the dual point distributor,but with patience you can learn how to set it up properly. just enjoy the car and try not to think of its value but rather the pleasure you will get from driving it. dennis

I hate to sound stupid, but what is the difference between the two? Thanks for responding.

The Newport had no post between the rear window and door...like it was a hardtop/convertable. The other is like the standard club coupe.
BvR

Hello,
I have a 1954 Chrysler New Yorker 4 door. I have a title from the previous owner that has a VIN # C54288319, yet on the door post it has the # 7253932. Does this make any sense to anyone? Anyone know the value? It has original paint, some rust, 70528 miles. Thanks,

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The C54- number should be the engine number....the C54 being the model number. My engine number starts with C49.....the number on the door post is the serial number and that is what is used to identify the car for auto registration...at least in CT it is.
BvR

Owned a turquise and black 54 Chrysler New Yorker Newport - the Newport means 2 door hardtop - no "B" pillar post. Club coupe- last year for club coupe with the fixed "B" pillar was in fact 1954. The Newport 2 door hardtop came standard with power steering and most had power brakes. Interior trimmed in leather and clothe - nice touch. But compared to a 54 Buick, Olds or Cadillac, these will not be worth near as much. Remember a lot of manufacturers from Lincoln to Chrysler went "small" in 53-54 and Chrysler was in the last year of a dowdy 5 year 3 box styling run.

Harley Earl cut loose the stylists and the new longer lower C bodies from the General outsold the Chryslers and Imperials easily. And so the market goes today. Chrysler styling for 55 was much improved so that year on draws more interest from Mopar fans.

Here is my estimate on 54 New Yorker 2 door hardtops

#5 (project car) $650 to $900
#4 (project car) $750 to $1250
#3 (driver) $1750 to $5000
#2 (nice-near show) $6500 to $8,500
#1 (show car) $12,500 to $16,500

BUT - with each step closer to one the buying pool becomes less and less. Someone willing to fork over $15,000 for a very nice 54 New Yorker hardtop has a good reason - dad owned one, they want something no one else has, they want to complete a collection...

I hope this helps. I wish I had kept my New Yorker but it needed so much, chrome alone was going to be $5,000.

Jake2

Hello.

We own here in Finland ´54 New Yorker Deluxe 2door hardtop and
it is a special spring model "goldel Falcon". Special trim and interior. It came to Finland From California in 1988. Anyone know how rare this is and how many have made these Falcons? All information is welcome. Thanks! Here is some photos of car:

http://www.fotopankki.fi/Esa-Pekka/kuva/720821816015625

A lot of times back in that era the motor number was used as the VIN. It appears that was done in your case. The problem occurs when you change motors. I bought a 47 Dodge truck last fall which used the motor number as the VIN. Before registering it, I had the Highway Patrol inspect it and got a statement from them to change the VIN from the motor number to the chassis number. It cost me nothing extra, but now if I have to change the motor, I still have a correct title.