1927 Chrysler restoration questions.

[Guest Checker Jim]

Hello, I just purchased a 1927 Chrysler coupe. It appears to be an older restoration. Very well done, looks like they spent a fortune on it.

I'm looking to button it up, tighten up loose odds and ends and sell it.

The only thing that is missing that I have noticed is the passenger outside door handle, So I need that. The passenger running board wood is shot too.

The interior is bugging me. Although it's well done I don't think it's correct. I'm wondering if you Chrysler gurus can take a peek and let me know what you see that's wrong and should be corrected?

Thank you in advance for your help.

-Jim

<a href="http://s261.photobucket.com/user/checkerjim/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_9.jpeg.html"target="_blank"><img src="http://i261.photobucket.com/albums/ii79/checkerjim/Mobile%20Uploads/image_9.jpeg" border="0" alt=" photo image_9.jpeg"/></a>

<a href="http://s261.photobucket.com/user/checkerjim/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_1.jpeg.html"target="_blank"><img src="http://i261.photobucket.com/albums/ii79/checkerjim/Mobile%20Uploads/image_1.jpeg" border="0" alt=" photo image_1.jpeg"/></a>

<a href="http://s261.photobucket.com/user/checkerjim/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_8.jpeg.html"target="_blank"><img src="http://i261.photobucket.com/albums/ii79/checkerjim/Mobile%20Uploads/image_8.jpeg" border="0" alt=" photo image_8.jpeg"/></a>

<a href="http://s261.photobucket.com/user/checkerjim/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_7.jpeg.html"target="_blank"><img src="http://i261.photobucket.com/albums/ii79/checkerjim/Mobile%20Uploads/image_7.jpeg" border="0" alt=" photo image_7.jpeg"/></a>

<a href="http://s261.photobucket.com/user/checkerjim/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_3.jpeg.html"target="_blank"><img src="http://i261.photobucket.com/albums/ii79/checkerjim/Mobile%20Uploads/image_3.jpeg" border="0" alt=" photo image_3.jpeg"/></a>

[oily rag]

I see a few things that are incorrect on your car.

Painted radiator shell, radiator cap, tail light, inside you have an extra hole with a switch(?) in it, broken handle on the light switch.

Post some more photos of your concerns inside the car. 

[Guest Checker Jim]

I have the correct radiator cap, It is in excellent condition so I use the one in the photos so the original one is not stolen or damaged.

The radiator shroud being painted I knew was incorrect.

Since I originally posted this I have learned the car has not been touched since 1993. A dealer took it in on trade back then and sold it to the person I got it from.

The dealer I spoke with said it looked exactly the same back in 93.

I am uploading some more photos now. Will post them shortly.

[Guest Checker Jim]

Let's see if it works this way. Here's a link to a photobucket full of pics.

Looking forward to your thoughts.

http://s1379.photobucket.com/user/jim115/library/coupe

[Guest Checker Jim]

<div style="width:480px;text-align:right;"><embed width="480" height="360" src="http://pic2.pbsrc.com/flash/rss_slideshow.swf"flashvars="rssFeed=http://feed1379.photobucket.com/albums/ah159/jim115/coupe/feed.rss" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" /><a href="javascript:void(0);" target="_blank"><img src="http://pic.photobucket.com/share/icons/embed/btn_geturs.gif" style="border:none;" /></a><a href="http://s1379.photobucket.com/albums/ah159/jim115/coupe" target="_blank"><img src="http://pic.photobucket.com/share/icons/embed/btn_viewall.gif" style="border:none;" alt="jim115'scoupe album on Photobucket" /></a></div>

[vermontboy]

So the only reason you bought this car was to flip it? Nothing wrong with that, mind you. I think that thought is always in the back of most of our minds when we are out looking.

 

But it brings up the first obvious question which is what do you want to end up with to sell? A correct and properly fully restored car? A fully refreshed older restoration restored so that everything is authentic? A refreshed older restoration that looks better than when you bought it?

 

The costs (and eventual sell price) of those options vary widely. And the path you take in preparing the car to sell differs a great deal from the path most of us take when we buy a car to enjoy. Once you tell us what condition you want the car in when you sell it people can give you better advice as to how to proceed and what things need to be changed and perhaps even how much they might cost.

 

By the way - there are two pictures on page 4 that show 3 screws across the bottom of the picture - where on the vehicle were those taken?

[Guest Checker Jim]

Really I bought the car to build a hot rod from. When I realized how clean and original the car was I decided this car made it this long, who am I to chop it up?

I also have been unable to find another online so I'm pretty sure it's a rare car.

The reason I'm asking what it needs or could need is to make an informed decision on what to do with it. Furthermore what to ask for it.

I'd like to know what it's worth but with no reference to sold 27' coupes I'm stuck.

I may just keep it, it's a very cool car.

As for the scews in the photos, those are on the engine referencing the series number.

Thanks again,

-Jim

Edited November 27, 2015 by Checker Jim (see edit history)

[Alfa]

Please do not make it into a hotrod!!

 

These cars are rare and also very good if returned to the condition the manufacturer intended. Do consider sorting it and driving as it is. Hours of fun!!

 

Adam..

[Guest Checker Jim]

Adam, give me a little credit eh? I wouldn't hot rod a car this original. I have built hot rods my whole life. when it comes to an antique car, I would only hot rod it if there wasn't enough to restore it to origin condition.

[JACK M]

Adam, give me a little credit eh? I wouldn't hot rod a car this original. I have built hot rods my whole life. when it comes to an antique car, I would only hot rod it if there wasn't enough to restore it to origin condition.

 

Here, Here !!

[oily rag]

Your car is a Model 62 from the motor number( starts with"M") and the FEDCO plate IDs it as a 62 made in mid production, without the breakdown at hand I would say Feb, 1928.

The model 62s were made from late July 1927 - early July 1928

You have the correct bumpers as they were changed from the flat to the ribbed bumper late in 1927. Your bumper medallion seems to be from 1926.

The carpet and shift / E brake boots are the week part of the interior. 

Wooden framed bodies normally don't make very good hot rods.

If you want to build a rod, the best buys are a stalled project or fire sale,  one you can finish to your own liking.

[Guest Checker Jim]

Hey thanks for the info.

What's the problem with the carpet? I did not look at the photos today so I'm unsure if it's in the pictures.

I do have a complete carpet kit for it with the boots.

I'm really curious as to if the interior is original to the car?

The bottom of the carpet was horse hair. I wouldn't think if it was restored they would use horse hair.

How much of the car do you suspect is original unrestored?

It is titled as a 1927 Chrysler by the way. No mention of the model.

On another note.

I have built countless hot rods over the years. Two were wood framed bodies. One was a 28 dodge sedan, the other was a 1931 Chevrolet sports coupe.

Of course an all steel body is preferred but we just replace the wood with steel and you can achieve a solid, good looking car.

The best part is most won't have a similar car because of what you noted. People just don't do it often.

To be clear, I have no interest in modifying the Chrysler.

I plan to restore the damage to the running board, clean her up and sell it. (After a couple of car shows and parades maybe)

I bought it without seeing it in person, I only saw the photos.

Once I saw it in person and realized how original it was, my plans of rodding it when out the window.

-Jim

[Alfa]

Excellent news !! Actually, i did understand that from your earlier post. It does sadden  me however when people cut up a reasonable car on a whim, or over restore a good original.

 

I think people often do not realise how much fun can be had from fettling a car mechanically, then actually driving it. It doesn`t matter if it is a bit scruffy, you can have more fun that way without worrying about damaging your pride and joy. I do think that some people get excessively hung up on have a shiney, shiney motor car.

[Guest Checker Jim]

I've thought a lot about it and I'm going to offer the Chrysler for sale. It's a great car, just not me. I like cars I can drive anywhere, anytime. Unfortunately I cannot just jump in this car and run it to California because I would risk damaging something that cannot be replaced or would cost a fortune to replace.

I drive hard and take a lot of road trips in my cars. This one would better serve someone that has a collection, does parades and shows. Maybe even a museum if it's really as rare as everyone says it is.

So I guess now I need to put a value on her and put her out there for her next owner to find.

Anyone want to throw and idea of what it's worth out?

I know what I'm in it and I have an idea what I want for her but I don't want to short change myself.

what would you guys think is a fair market value?