1940 Chrysler New Yorker Highlander Convertible Coupe

Description

The 1940 Chrysler New Yorker Highlander was a unique model in the history of Chrysler automobiles. Introduced as part of the New Yorker lineup, the Highlander was distinguished by its unique interior and upscale features. The New Yorker itself was first introduced in 1939, and by 1940, it had become Chrysler’s flagship model, known for its luxury and performance. 

The Highlander package added a touch of Scottish flair to the New Yorker, featuring distinctive plaid upholstery and moleskin leather. The 1940 New Yorker was built on a 128.5-inch wheelbase and was powered by a 323.5 cubic inch straight-eight engine, which produced 135 horsepower. This engine was paired with a three-speed manual transmission, and buyers could opt for the innovative Fluid Drive transmission, a semi-automatic that was quite advanced for its time. 

The 1940 New Yorker Highlander was available as a two-door coupe, convertible coupe, Victoria sedan, and formal sedan. The New Yorker Highlander was priced between $1,175 and $1,335, depending on the body style, and Chrysler produced just 833 New Yorker Convertible Coupe, and as few as 87 with the Highlander package. 

Highlights 

• Offered from The Carolina Collection 

• Exceedingly rare: one of only 87 Highlander Convertible Coupe models produced

• Only year of New Yorker Highlander model 

• AACA Grand National winner 

• Cover car for Old Cars Price Guide 1986 

• Finished in Federal Gray paint 

• Red moleskin leather interior with Highlander plaid inserts 

• 323 cu-in inline-eight engine 

• Three-speed Fluid Drive transmission with Overdrive 

Features 

• Lister wide whitewall tires 

• Vulcanized running boards,  

• Two-tone disk wheels,  

• Chrome hubcaps and trim rings, 

• Black canvas top with sown real leather piping 

• Short cut pile carpeting 

• Front and rear bumper guards 

• Fender guards 

• Heater 

• Clock  

• Chrome rocker panels 

• Wind wings 

• Back up lamp 

• Fog lamps 

• Chrome locking gas cap 

• Chrome backup light 

• Optional oil filter 

• Dual trumpet horns,  

• Accessory light in engine compartment 

• Windshield washers 

Known Imperfections 

• This 1940 Chrysler New Yorker Highlander Convertible Coupe is presented as a finely preserved restored example and is said to be free from any substantial imperfections  

Included 

• Custom wood toolbox with period-correct tools  

• Original literature 

• Spare tire and jack 

• NOS parts kit 

• Thick binder of restoration receipts 

Ownership History 

This exceedingly rare 1940 Chrysler New Yorker Highlander Convertible joined The Carolina Collection in 2013.  

Additional Notes 

A Broad Arrow Auctions Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. Broad Arrow Auctions is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hagerty. 

Contact: Donnie Gould   Phone: 954.647.0779    email: dgould@hagerty.com