1949 Chrysler Town & Country Convertible

Description

Introduced as Chrysler’s most luxurious postwar offering, the 1949 Town & Country Convertible represented a refined evolution of the marque’s distinctive wood‑bodied lineage. As part of Chrysler’s all‑new Second Series C‑46 redesign, the Town & Country combined hand‑crafted hardwood body framing with flowing, modern postwar styling, advanced ride quality, and upscale appointments. These convertibles were built in limited numbers and are among the most exclusive American cars of their era.

This 1949 Chrysler Town & Country Convertible is finished in red over refurbished hardwood body panels and a reupholstered red leather interior with Highlander plaid inserts. Power is provided by Chrysler’s 323.5ci Spitfire straight‑eight paired with a 3-speed Presto-Matic Fluid‑Drive semi‑automatic transmission. The car rides on a 127‑inch wheelbase and features independent front suspension, hydraulic drum brakes, and an abundance of chrome trim reported to have been replated.

According to the selling dealer, this example underwent a five‑year refurbishment, with much of the mechanical and assembly work performed in‑house. The car is accompanied by documentation detailing both refurbishment and routine maintenance.

This 1949 Chrysler Town & Country Convertible is now offered by the selling dealer with service records, various spare parts, owner’s and shop manuals, snap-on boot cover, and a clean Michigan title.

Highlights

• 1 of 993 produced for 1949

• Powered by a 323.5ci Spitfire straight‑eight engine

• 3-speed Presto-Matic Fluid‑Drive semi‑automatic transmission

• Five‑year refurbishment

• Refinished in red over a reupholstered red leather interior with Highlander plaid inserts

• Replacement black power-operated canvas convertible top

• Extensive service and refurbishment documentation included

Factory Equipment

• Steel body with genuine wood body framing

• Independent front suspension

• Hydraulic drum brakes

• Convertible body style

• Heater and defroster

Modifications

Documented cosmetic and mechanical refurbishment to original specifications include, but not limited to, the following:

• Black canvas convertible top with replaced hydraulic components

• Reupholstered red leather interior with Highlander plaid inserts

• Restored and refinished wood body panels

• Refurbished chrome trim

• Repaint in red

Servicing & Documentation

According to the selling dealer and supporting documentation, the following work has been completed as part of refurbishment and general maintenance:

• Rear axle and suspension serviced and detailed

• Five Coker wide whitewall tires installed

• Exhaust components replaced

• Front suspension components replaced

• Wire wheels installed

• Shocks replaced

Known Imperfections

• Windshield wiper motor is inoperable

Ownership History

This Town & Country was traded in at VerHage Chrysler in May 2009 by its prior owner who maintained a summer residence in Holland, Michigan. The vehicle remained with the dealer and subsequently underwent refurbishment to its current condition.

Included Items

• Snap‑on convertible boot cover

• Various spare parts

• Owner’s manuals

• Fire extinguisher

• Service records

• Shop manuals

• Spare tire