Highly desirable among Chrysler’s Town and Country offerings are its convertible models, providing an unmatched combination of open-air touring and handcrafted wood work. Less than 8,400 examples were built during the three-year production run, including the example offered here. The intricate handwork is evident in the details of the wood joinery, painstakingly crafted by the Pekin Wood Products Company of Helena, Arkansas. The extensive labor combined with the transportation costs back to Detroit contributed to the cost premium for these cars, making them the most expensive model in the Chrysler New Yorker lineup. Old-world body craftsmanship is coupled with Chrysler’s powerful Spitfire straight-eight engine with power delivered through the Fluid Drive semiautomatic transmission. Open-air motoring is provided by the power-operated convertible top, which folds flush behind the rear seat.

This car is presented with light blue paintwork and a tan canvas top, accented by the mahogany wood panels. Its interior is finished in complementary blue leather and tan corded fabric and comfort and convenience features include a radio, heater, clock, fog lights, driver’s spotlight, and dual outside rearview mirrors. It received an AACA Senior First Place Award in 2000 and still presents well today. Just 35 of the 1948 Town and Country Convertible models are listed with the Classic Car Club of America and this example is eligible for all CCCA judging and touring events. Style, driving ease, and old-world craftsmanship await its next owner.