LOT 109
1953 Pontiac Chieftain Deluxe Eight Convertible Coupe Registration no. 430 XVD Chassis no. P8XH88350
1953 Pontiac Chieftain Deluxe Eight Convertible Coupe Registration no. 430 XVD Chassis no. P8XH88350
1953 Pontiac Chieftain Deluxe Eight Convertible Coupe
Registration no. 430 XVD
Chassis no. P8XH88350
Registration no. 430 XVD
Chassis no. P8XH88350
MOT : expired
*Believed to be highly original
*Unrestored condition
*Imported to the UK in 2018
Purchased from Bonhams Amelia Island sale in 2018, prior to the current owner just one family had the pleasure of wheeling around this classic piece of American iron throughout the car's 58 year existence. Since being delivered new, this Pontiac Chieftain Deluxe Convertible was garage kept, and as a result, presents in fine condition. There is only one adjective that wholly summarizes the vehicle's finest attributes-original. The body appears clean with no major corrosion and the Continental Maroon Paint present well given its age; even the chrome still shines to this day. The story remains the same inside; The black seats have been the subject of a refresh but still show signs of age and a worn rear carpet show the most signs of usage, but the dash, instrument panel, and all the buttons have remained clean. The convertible top and power folding mechanical system both received attention in recent years, and we are told by the consigner that the car is an honest runner that drives with ease. The glovebox still holds the original books, dealer pamphlets, and build sheet.
Footnotes
Vendor Score Total: 58/100
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Key for sellers' assessments:
1/5 POOR. A project vehicle | Requires urgent attention | Damaged | Parts missing
2/5 AVERAGE. Useable condition | Requires some attention | Light damage
3/5 GOOD. Drive away | Presents well | Good history file | Drives well
4/5 VERY GOOD. Well restored | Running and driving with no noticeable faults | Sound throughout
5/5 EXCELLENT. Concours condition | Beautifully presented | Driving very well
EXTERIOR TOTAL: 14/25
Body Work: 3
Chrome/Plastics/Trim: 3
Glass: 3
Paint: 2
Wheels/Tyres: 3
INTERIOR TOTAL: 11/20
Dashboard/Door cards/Carpets: 2
Headlining: 3
Seats: 3
Trim: 3
ENGINE TOTAL: 13/20
Mechanical components: 3
Running: 4
Starting: 4
Under Bonnet: 2
RUNNING GEAR TOTAL: 12/20
Axles: 3
Brakes: 3
Gearbox/Clutch: 3
Suspension: 3
ELECTRICAL TOTAL: 6/10
Ancillary components: 3
Main components: 3
Car History File: 2
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