“This 1953 Chieftain Station gon was a show car for the family business,” the seller states. “Its condition is good, with normal wear and tear, but it’s time to let someone enjoy it as much as we did.”
- The seller believes the odometer reading is accurate.
- 8 in the second position of the VIN denotes the eight-cylinder engine.
- The seller indicates that the installed 122-hp, 268.4-cu.in. L-head inline-eight is original to the car.
- H in the fourth position of the VIN identifies the four-speed Hydra- c automatic transmission.
- No prior body damage has been reported.
- The vehicle has been repainted to its original colors, the seller states.
- It appears to be Spruce and tan.
- The simulated-wood-appearing trim was reapplied.
- The recovered seats in the undy and tan vinyl interior have no pattern in the upholstery.
- A Chieftain pushbutton AM radio is present.
- Drum brakes are behind the four wheels.
- Wide-whitewall bias-ply tires ride on steel wheels fitted with bright hubcaps and trim rings.
- No additional items were listed for this vehicle.
- The plastic is crazed on the red grille emblem and the amber hood ornament.
- The black paint is worn off in areas of the silver streak trim.
- A backup light is missing.
- face wear is on the dashboard and gauges.
- The steering wheel brightwork is worn.
- This 1953 station wagon was a show car that was used to promote a family business.
- The exterior has been repainted and is said to sport its factory colors.
- ing to the seller, its engine is original.
- The body brightwork presents well in the photos.
The seller states that this vehicle will be sold on a clean fornia title in the owner’s name. The seller is assisting the owner of the vehicle, with his approval, to get it listed online. This 1953 Chieftain Station gon appears ready for road trips under new ownership.