In Torque We Trust: 1966 Chrysler Newport Coupe

About eight years ago, I was driving down the Merritt Parkway in my BMW E30 with my then girlfriend.  We got passed by late model VW wagon full of kids.  I noticed a Big Lebowski Abide sticker on his back bumper and to the dismay of my girl sped up to give him a crazy eyed thumbs up. The look on the drivers face was priceless and he returned a thumbs up back with enthusiasm.  Today's victim has about twenty stickers scattered about the car's sheet metal.  Find this 1966 Chrysler Newport Coupe for sale in Statford, CT for $8,500 via craigslist. 

Moparty Bus: 1964 Chysler Newport 4-Door Wagon

The third generation Chrysler Newport was built from 1961 through 1964 on Chrysler's mid-sized "B" platform that was shared with the 300, Cordoba, Charger, etc.  The Newport was Chrysler's entry level sedan and while it missed some of the fancy bits that appealed to 300/Saratoga/NewYorker buyers when new, today the stripped down style and simplicity is appreciated.  Find this 1964 Chysler Newport Wagon here on eBay bidding for $10,100 reserve-not-met with 2 days to go, located in Vienna, OH.

Smokin: 1969 Chrysler Newport

The Newport was Chrysler's entry level offering starting way back in  1961, and by the third generation's release in 1969 it was still the choice for Mopar loving cheapskates and fleet buyers alike. Today, you can pickup a Newport in nice condition for half the price of a proper 2-door Mopar muscle car and spend the savings on Newports.  Find this 1969 Chrysler Newport here on eBay bidding for $6,400 with 1 day to go, located in Fox Island, WA.

5k: No Option: 1970 Chrysler Newport Convertible

One of the tricks when buying a used car is that you should always pick the example with the most options from the OEM.  Those options can add up to tens of thousands of dollars on a modern luxury car, but you'll often get them for free when you pickup a used example because everybody looks at KBB and the options don't make much difference.  What about on an older classic?  The same principle applies, except that sometimes a low optioned car has a certain appeal...but how low can you go before it just becomes ridiculous?  Find this 1970 Chrysler Newport Convertible currently bidding for $5,000 here on eBay located in Flint, MI.

5k: Big Blue: 1966 Chrysler Newport

Another Daily Turismo post, another sub $5k classic that you can drive home today, no need for tow dolly or trailer.  The 4th generation Chrysler Newport was sold from 1965 to 1968 and offers a big Mopar driving experience at a Pinto price.  Find this 1966 Chrysler Newport offered for $4,000 in Wilton, CT via craigslist.  Tip from Cory.

10k: 1968 Chrysler Newport; Vintage & Minty Clean

The C platform underpinned many Chrysler Corp. full sized sedans, including the New Yorker, 300, Dodge Polara, Plymouth Fury and the subject of today's post - the Chrysler Newport.  This 1968 Chrysler Newport is in fantastic condition and is currently bidding for $5,600 reserve-not-met on ebay in Fort Meyers, FL.