1968 Chrysler Newport 2-Door Hardtop Project

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Out of a combination of a lifelong automotive passion and an unyielding desire to support the people of his Alabama community, the Generous Collection was born. Mr. Greg Rusk, a successful business leader in the cardboard industry, with a big heart for helping families and friends in times of need, would regularly pay overly generous fees to acquire an interesting vehicle. After decades of collecting and supporting local automotive enthusiasts, the Rusk family is ready for these vehicles, each with their own story, to write their next chapter back on the road, where they belong.

The Generous Collection returns with Part 2 offering over 250 cars in August all offered without reserve, emerging from years of long-term silent storage. From the quiet shadows of the Generous Collection to the sunshine of backroads and highways, enthusiasts now have the opportunity to own a piece of a generous car-collecting legacy.

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The 1968 Chrysler Newport 2-Door Hardtop stands as a shining example of late-1960s American automotive craftsmanship. As the entry-level model in Chrysler's lineup, the Newport offered buyers surprising elegance without the premium price tag, proving that affordable luxury was not a contradiction in terms.

Visually, the car is a triumph of clean, confident design. Its pillarless hardtop styling gives it a sleek, sporty profile, while the crisp lines and wide stance convey a sense of substance and presence on the road. The absence of a center door post creates that unmistakable open, airy feel when the windows are down—a hallmark of the era's most stylish coupes.

Under the hood, the standard 383ci V8 delivered smooth, dependable power, paired with Chrysler's renowned TorqueFlite automatic transmission for effortless cruising. Inside, spacious seating and a well-appointed dashboard reflected genuine attention to comfort.

This Scorch Red 1968 Newport 2-Door Hardtop — bold, dignified, and built to last — has been given a mild update with lowered suspension and 18” Ultra wheels.

This Chrysler should be considered a non-running project.

This 1968 Chrysler Newport 2-Door Hardtop is now represented at no reserve by a Broad Arrow Specialist with a clean Alabama title in the current owner’s name.

Highlights

• Offered from The Generous Collection

• Finished in Scorch Red (PP1)

• Black Economy vinyl bench seats (E5X)

• 383ci 2-bbl V8 engine

• 3-speed TorqueFlite automatic transmission

• Distinctive Chrysler “fuselage” styling

Factory Equipment

• Options include:

  • 14 – Sill Moldings

  • 78 – Wheel Lip Moldings

  • R2 – Music Master AM Radio

  • H7 – Fender or Hood Mounted Turn Signal Indicators

• The chassis number (CE23G8C217325) decodes as:

  • C – Chrysler car line

  • E – Economy price class — for Chrysler, a Newport series car

  • 23 – 2-door hardtop

  • G – 383 cubic-inch V8, 2-barrel carburetor

  • 8 – 1968 model year

  • C – Jefferson Assembly Plant, Detroit (Jefferson Avenue Plant), Michigan

  • 217325 – Sequential production number

Modifications

• Chrome 18” Ultra wheels

• Lowered suspension

Known Imperfections

• While reasonable efforts were made during preparation for the sale, due to the volume of vehicles in this collection, it was not possible to diagnose or detect all imperfections present. Please refer to the photo gallery.

• Does not run

• Passenger door stuck

• Worn upholstery

Ownership History

This 1968 Chrysler Newport 2-Door Hardtop is offered from The Generous Collection of no-reserve automobiles.

Included Items

• Uninstalled wheel covers

Additional Information

Motor vehicles older than 35 years (1991) are exempt from Alabama’s titling requirements. In states that issue titles, an Alabama registration converts to a title upon transfer.

A Broad Arrow Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the seller of this listing. As such, the purchase transaction will be facilitated by Broad Arrow, including vehicle payment, applicable taxes required to be collected by the seller or Broad Arrow, and title/ownership reassignment. Broad Arrow is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hagerty.

Contact: Matt Lowney   Phone: 623.308.2640   Email: mlowney@hagerty.com

Please note that all lots in The Generous Collection are offered after many years of storage, without operation or service, in warehouse facilities. The seller endeavored to provide very limited mechanical servicing to bring some cars back to running potential; however, not all cars will be running at time of sale. Because of the extended static display, it must be assumed that all cars will require extensive additional mechanical attention before being driven safely and, in most cases, cleaning both the interiors and exteriors. All the cars will have imperfections associated with long-term static storage and require extensive sorting to perform best and safely. The burden of determining a car’s status, both mechanical and cosmetic, rests fully on the bidder, prior to bidding and the close of the auction. All lots are sold as is, where is.  

Additionally, due to the location of the collection and limited access to the facility following the close of the auction, all lots must be retrieved while a Broad Arrow representative is onsite, between the hours of 9AM to 6PM local time beginning Monday, September 14 through Wednesday, September 30. No cars can be retrieved prior to September 14, and any lots remaining after September 30 will be re-located outside in the parking lot for retrieval by their buyers.