1967 Chrysler Newport 2 Dr review from North America
"A great old classic that is still affordable"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I've had a few leaks in places to be expected for a 40 plus year old car, and I've rebuilt the transmission. Again, after 150,000 miles and 40 plus years, one would expect that.
Other than that, this car has had no problems for me. I don't drive it a lot due to gas prices, but would if I could.
Some front end bushings have started to squeak. But my body started to squeak after 40 years too, and I'm built to last longer than a 67 Chrysler.
General comments?
This car never fails to turn heads. Rarely can I stop at a red light without a thumbs up or a "what year is it" question. A few times on the freeway people have pulled up along side, dropped back and pulled up on the other side to see if it looks as good all the way around. Even won a couple awards at local car shows.
I upgraded the 2 barrel to a 4 because the size of this car just needed more than a 2.
Interior and paint are not original.
This car has had several thousand in restoration work, but not professional for the expensive car shows, and she isn't perfect. Just darn fun to drive.
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| A part of me |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1967 |
| Year of manufacture | 1967 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 383 2-barrel Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 150000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 158000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 2nd October, 2008 |