1950 Plymouth P20 Deluxe Four Door Sedan

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

“Packed with value and ready to prove it!” Chrysler's Plymouth division focused on low-cost family transportation competing with Ford and Chevrolet, with offerings like the 1950 Plymouth Deluxe. After the sacrifices our “greatest generation” made during the Great Depression and World War II, they wanted new cars to replace their aged vehicles, and the sturdy 1950 Plymouths filled the bill.

As in 1949, three distinct series were built, the short wheelbase P19 cars, and the longer wheelbase P20 Plymouths in Deluxe and Super Deluxe trims. Although the two were siblings, a host of changes had taken place so that only the doors and deck lid were bolt-for-bolt interchanges. The 1950 Plymouth Deluxe continued a conservative style with a simple, yet elegant grille, rounded fenders, and ample chrome trim. The interior was designed with practicality in mind, offering a straightforward dashboard layout and durable materials.

The 1950 models featured a 217.8 cubic-inch flathead inline-six engine producing around 97 horsepower and known for its durability and ease of maintenance. The P20 cars had a longer 118.5 inch wheelbase, providing a spacious interior that could comfortably seat six passengers and providing the “Air Pillow Ride” Americans wanted.

Highlights

• Well-preserved post-war family sedan

• Four-door sedan comfort with Deluxe trim level

• 217.8 cu-in inline-six engine rated at 97 hp

• Three-speed column-shift manual transmission

Features

• Recent maintenance and updates include:

• Electrics changed to negative ground

• New floor sheet metal

• Seat upholstery has been replaced with material similar to original

• One leaf spring in rear is new

• Brakes have new master cylinder of the split type

• Front brakes are new

• Original oil filter has been replaced with a spin on type

• Backup lights added

Known Imperfections

• Radio is inoperable (may work if positive ground is restored)

• Headliner has a tear

• Clock does not work and is not the original

• Latch on the driver’s side of the seat sometimes does not hold

• Paint is old and has some scratches

Included

• Original Owner’s Manual

• Plymouth Service Manual 1946–1954

• Extensive paperwork from a variety of owners

• Radio owner’s manual which includes schematic

• Two extra rear-view mirrors

• Inner tubes

Ownership History

The consignor has owned this 1950 Plymouth P20 Deluxe Four Door Sedan since 2017, and states, “I believe this is the 403rd produced at the Detroit factory. According to the Encyclopedia of American Cars, there were 87,871 produced at a selling price of $1,551. The electric automatic choke works well, and this one has the optional heater, which also works well.”