Whoa Nelley, R body not looking shoddy. This is an "R" body, not an "M" body (your summary above says "M" body). The "M" body was what "replaced" this from 1982-1989 as the New Yorker/5th Avenue, Diplomat and Gran Fury (and Caravelle in Canada). The "R" body ran from 1979 to 1981 and included the Dodge St. Regis, the Chrysler New Yorker/5th Avenue, Chrysler Newport, and Plymouth Gran Fury. These were the last products to be assembled at the Lynch Road, Detroit, MI plant before it closed in April 1981. These were classy looking, but they were heaps. Chrysler's quality was terrible back then and these were very bloated, clunky and their carburetion was awful. Bob Mayer of WTVJ in Miami (who sometimes posts on YT) did a review of one of these when it was new and the lights cut out on him in the rain, and the car leaked water inside. He was not impressed, and it really showed how much trouble Chrysler was in back then. As everyone knows, the US government lent Chrysler money and then the K-car "Sperlich Specials" would take over for the most part. We got the VIN, we win: T for Chrysler New Yorker, P for Premium Price Class, 42 for four door sedan, K for 360 V8 with two barrel, 9 for 1979 model year, A for Lynch Road, Detroit, MI assembly and the rest is the production sequence. There's a powder coating business where the Lynch Road facility was and as noted in closed in April 1981. This one was made on Friday, November 10, 1978 at about 11 AM. We got the tag, we can brag: END for end of sales codes, M28 for front bumper periphery treatment, N94 for catalytic converter and electronic spark advance, P25 power front seats, H53 for automatic temperature control HVAC, J25 for three speed wiper system with delay function, L31 for fender mounted turn signals, L35 for cornering lamps, L81 for door ajar indicator lamp, RA1 for Dove Gray exterior paint, U for USA spec vehicle, 28 might refer to the radiator width, D55 for 2.41:1 rear end ratio, C57 for 60/40 front seating, JYA8 for gray leather interior trim, E57 for 360 V8 with two barrel, D33 for A999 Torqueflite three speed automatic transmission, P31 for power windows, and P41 for power door locks. The 360 V8 with two barrel was standard, the 318 V8 with two barrel was a no charge option and a 360 V8 with four barrel was available for all states except California, and in CA the 360 V8 with four barrel was optional. 1978 was the last year for passenger car use of the 440 V8, however "leftover" 1978 engines found their way into some 1979 Chrysler motorhomes while Chrysler ran them out. Rumor was that large V8s had to go away as part of the government bailout, it was more so that they just weren't needed any longer. Whoa Nelley, 1979 and still looking fine. 360 and maybe won't have to go. R body not looking too shoddy. Dove Gray and may not go away. Torqueflite is trying to stay in sight. Rich Corinthian Leather has been out of the weather. Lean Burn needs a new turn. MOPAR can still go far. May not be flat and that could not be where it's at. May not get squished and if so, the MOPAR faithful, UTG, many here, perhaps Benny and even slightly so the Google Man won't be pissed.
I learned to drive in my parent's '79 Newport. I recall decent parts quality, including the interior trim. The assembly quality and some of the engineering sucked, however. Frame less door glass that pulled away from the seals at highway speed resulting in wind noise, for example. The Lean Burn system on the 135 hp 318 was not great either. But otherwise, a decent driving and reasonably economical full size car that stayed in the family for close to a decade.
@@martinliehs2513 Look up the Bob Mayer test drive he did in late 1978 on a 1979 New Yorker. The AC cut out, the brake lights failed and there was some sort of electrical short. Add in a run in the paint and a water leaks, you get a less than stellar car. Lynch Road was at the end of the line by 1979 and it was only a matter of time that it would close, which it did in April 1981.
@@googleusergp to be fair, it sounds like the test car must have been an early production model. Now that I think back, my dad was also considering a GM X car (also turned out to be a quality disaster) that came out in early 1980. I think that the Newport he ended up buying was a leftover 79, with commensurate incentive discounts and rebates.
Gasoline prices were high in '79 and GM's downsized B body were popular. Ford first offered the Panther Crown Vic in 1979. I think the R-body might have had production problems in 1979, they didn't sell many and fleet sales compared them poorly with the previous 440 powered police cars. They are handsome cars. I think they should have not offered a Dodge, Plymouth and Chrysler R-body, should have just made one of them - maybe just the Chrysler in New Yorker and Newport trim.
Yep, 1978 was the last year for the 440 engine. That car looks solid as a rock, and for 2400 bucks I'd buy that in a heartbeat. If only I lived in the US...
@@wingz350 You ever owned one of these? What is the oldest vehicle you have owned? We currently own 3 vehicles and a 95 Intrepid. I have owned many older cars from the 1970's and 1980s. They have their down sides but also there up sides. Yes I would take the newer ones on a trip ahead of the Intrepid, but I would not hesitate to jump in it right now and do a 1000 mile trip. (All it needs is the gas tank filled for the trip)
Dad had one of those, a 79 but it had a digital radio and the old school highbeam headlight button on the floor adjusted the radio stations. The actual switch for the highbeams was on the column was a lot of fun pranking friends that it was voice actuated to change stations while pushing the button on the floor.
We absolutely NEED an update video on this Benny! Whether it's still here or sold a while ago. It looks like it's still running on that R-12 AC, which is amazing in of itself! Why is it here instead of on FB Marketplace? I hope it goes to a good home. It's waaay to nice to be parted out. You should rescue it Benny if no one else does. Ask when the last day is and go negotiate to buy it! It's got that factory AM/FM 8 track radio!!!
@@oliverdelgado6952 I bet you're right. I'm surprised they didn't even throw an ad on Craigslist or tried to sell in during the estate sale for like one or two thousand dollars. Wrong place to donate!
I appreciate that you're taking the time to find this classic an owner who will appreciate it. Bravo! I remember seeing this model being operated as "Executive Transport" (basically an expensive livery service) alongside Cadillac Fleetwoods and Lincoln Town Cars. The only thing I see about this car that I don't love is Chrysler's justifiably much-maligned "Lean Burn" system attached to the Air Cleaner. Ah well, for that model year it would basically be unavoidable.
That and drop that wretched Lean Burn System and you'll get a car that runs a lot better and is more efficient. Those Lean Burn Systems were also complete junk.
I love these R body cars. Had a grand fury with the 360 police special. And for a big car that thing corner like a dam camaro . !! And fast it would bury the 125mph Speedo no problem.
That one is definitely a keeper cuz they're so few R Bodies in existence now. It could definitely be refreshed, but I bet some parts like trim pieces would be hard to find because the R Bodies were simply not as popular compared to other classic Mopars.
Very beautiful car. Looks well kept. The only things I'm not a fan is that it has those hide away headlights...it that how you call them? A double round or square headlights without the covers would look nicer. Also the gas cap being covered by light🤔 it would be better if that instead of that midlle tail light thing had a normal flat body part where you'd place the licence plate The price is ok as long as it starts drives and stops and everything on it works. Great find.
My parents had a '79 Newport. Same car, except without the hidden headlamps, a swing down license plate holder covering the fuel filler, and without the add-on "opera windows " on the rear doors.
That looks exactly exactly like my one uncle had many years ago nice ridding car too..I'm not sure if his was a 4 door..that car looks really really good in very nice shape..
@@DrOlds7298 Sure. Most departments went the cheap way out and would have gone for the Plymouth or the Dodge. It's likely the fleet incentives were better at the time for those, but yes, a Chrysler was a possibility.
Great car the last of the big new yorkers is the 1978 a C body.... The 79 is more on the R/M body line but still a great car... I had a 78 which I paid $800 for in the 90s.
@@moparnut6286 I never cared for either of them, but that's just my opinion and they do of course have a following. I'll take a GM product over them any day.
I had the 79 white/ red leather New Yorker & 81 Brown Bomber/ tan cloth interior They were very Underrated cars that ran and drove great, I plan on getting another one, but these are in the top 5 rarest Chryslers because it was produced for just 3 years, I'm In Detroit Michigan, my bet that I always put out there is, to the people that challenge me is, You find one in Michigan take a picture and send it to me, I'll give them $100, haven't lost the bet in 20 yrs because people never really pay them any attention when they see one, I go to quite a few car shows that are Mopar, they have most of the other New Yorkers before or after the R bodies 😍😍😍😍😍😍
How could ANYONE send that car to the JUNKYARD??? I’m actually going to look at a 79 new yorker tomorrow to possibly buy. I hope someone saves this beautiful and RARE car
She’s a nice old New Yorker with some life left in her. Wish we could’ve heard the engine run. All she needs is som TLC and a paint job and she’ll be a nice car for someone. I like that it has the 360 and not the 318.
That had to have come out of an estate settlement. That,or one of those deals where someone bought out a complete estate & either way one of them called up that 'We Buy Cars,Running or Not' number you see on the telephone poles?
@@garymckee8857 Yes, but I was just making a point that it continued after 1978. Much the same way that Pontiac did with the 400 V8s. They were 1978 leftovers (actually cast in late 1977) for stockpile and use in 1979 Firebirds. My 10th Anniversary Trans Am is one of those engines. In fact, it was assembled the same week (1st week of April 1979) that GM announced that the 400 was discontinued and "replaced" on the order guide with the 403 Oldsmobile engine. However, cars after mine got the 400, they must have been in the schedule pipeline already.
@@googleusergp I read once that there was also 413's and 361's still being installed in certain applications after 78 according to someone who posted on something l was reading in the comments on RUclips.
Yes it is an r. Yes 440 ends in cars in 78. R bodies were available with the 225, 318 or 360, but 225 was not available on new yorker. Yes it is a pillared hardtop like a 61 to 69 lincoln. Possibly collectible but im not sure the 2399 is justified. Is this frame or unit body? Based on the 71 to 78 chrysler b body.
Dad had. One of thes. It was ten years. Old. It. Was. In good. Shape. Few year. He had. 79. Chrysler Newport. Same. Body style. Had. A 225. Slant. Six. From. The. Factory. Thanks.
If you're looking on their website, they never posted it there. They have lots of vehicles for sale at that location but only a few actually posted on the website. Looks like they have pretty much abandoned posting vehicles for sale.
I always liked these & the price is right, but the cost of shipping to Calgary would be more than the cost of the car. Someone needs to save it. $5,000 + would be too much for me, but it's a saver!!
So they're junking this out or trying to sell it?.......My grandfather ordered a brand new "79 New Yorker with the optional "5th Ave" package.He also ordered the E57 360 2 bbl like this one has....But when it came in had the famous option code E58 360-4bbl police dual exhaust V8.He wasn't too happy about it but all the door panels lined up and the paint was nice so he took it.....Super rare when new......Nonexistent now.
Whoa Nelley, R body not looking shoddy.
This is an "R" body, not an "M" body (your summary above says "M" body). The "M" body was what "replaced" this from 1982-1989 as the New Yorker/5th Avenue, Diplomat and Gran Fury (and Caravelle in Canada). The "R" body ran from 1979 to 1981 and included the Dodge St. Regis, the Chrysler New Yorker/5th Avenue, Chrysler Newport, and Plymouth Gran Fury. These were the last products to be assembled at the Lynch Road, Detroit, MI plant before it closed in April 1981.
These were classy looking, but they were heaps. Chrysler's quality was terrible back then and these were very bloated, clunky and their carburetion was awful. Bob Mayer of WTVJ in Miami (who sometimes posts on YT) did a review of one of these when it was new and the lights cut out on him in the rain, and the car leaked water inside. He was not impressed, and it really showed how much trouble Chrysler was in back then. As everyone knows, the US government lent Chrysler money and then the K-car "Sperlich Specials" would take over for the most part.
We got the VIN, we win: T for Chrysler New Yorker, P for Premium Price Class, 42 for four door sedan, K for 360 V8 with two barrel, 9 for 1979 model year, A for Lynch Road, Detroit, MI assembly and the rest is the production sequence. There's a powder coating business where the Lynch Road facility was and as noted in closed in April 1981. This one was made on Friday, November 10, 1978 at about 11 AM.
We got the tag, we can brag: END for end of sales codes, M28 for front bumper periphery treatment, N94 for catalytic converter and electronic spark advance, P25 power front seats, H53 for automatic temperature control HVAC, J25 for three speed wiper system with delay function, L31 for fender mounted turn signals, L35 for cornering lamps, L81 for door ajar indicator lamp, RA1 for Dove Gray exterior paint, U for USA spec vehicle, 28 might refer to the radiator width, D55 for 2.41:1 rear end ratio, C57 for 60/40 front seating, JYA8 for gray leather interior trim, E57 for 360 V8 with two barrel, D33 for A999 Torqueflite three speed automatic transmission, P31 for power windows, and P41 for power door locks.
The 360 V8 with two barrel was standard, the 318 V8 with two barrel was a no charge option and a 360 V8 with four barrel was available for all states except California, and in CA the 360 V8 with four barrel was optional. 1978 was the last year for passenger car use of the 440 V8, however "leftover" 1978 engines found their way into some 1979 Chrysler motorhomes while Chrysler ran them out. Rumor was that large V8s had to go away as part of the government bailout, it was more so that they just weren't needed any longer.
Whoa Nelley, 1979 and still looking fine. 360 and maybe won't have to go. R body not looking too shoddy. Dove Gray and may not go away. Torqueflite is trying to stay in sight. Rich Corinthian Leather has been out of the weather. Lean Burn needs a new turn. MOPAR can still go far. May not be flat and that could not be where it's at. May not get squished and if so, the MOPAR faithful, UTG, many here, perhaps Benny and even slightly so the Google Man won't be pissed.
Awesome Google man
@@terrencegiordan2775 Sure thing, anytime.
I learned to drive in my parent's '79 Newport. I recall decent parts quality, including the interior trim. The assembly quality and some of the engineering sucked, however. Frame less door glass that pulled away from the seals at highway speed resulting in wind noise, for example. The Lean Burn system on the 135 hp 318 was not great either.
But otherwise, a decent driving and reasonably economical full size car that stayed in the family for close to a decade.
@@martinliehs2513 Look up the Bob Mayer test drive he did in late 1978 on a 1979 New Yorker. The AC cut out, the brake lights failed and there was some sort of electrical short. Add in a run in the paint and a water leaks, you get a less than stellar car. Lynch Road was at the end of the line by 1979 and it was only a matter of time that it would close, which it did in April 1981.
@@googleusergp to be fair, it sounds like the test car must have been an early production model.
Now that I think back, my dad was also considering a GM X car (also turned out to be a quality disaster) that came out in early 1980. I think that the Newport he ended up buying was a leftover 79, with commensurate incentive discounts and rebates.
A great find. That New Yorker deserves a new home for that price.
And a SUMMER Driver ONLY in The saltly states.
FOR DAMN SURE! These cars, while NOT GREAT MOPARS, were NOT THAT BAD!
Nice weekend car to cruise around in while Smokey Robinson's Cruising is playing on the cassette tape...
Sweet car. I have a 1979 Chrysler Newport police package with the 360. Great cars. The R Body platform is underrated and under appreciated.
Gasoline prices were high in '79 and GM's downsized B body were popular. Ford first offered the Panther Crown Vic in 1979. I think the R-body might have had production problems in 1979, they didn't sell many and fleet sales compared them poorly with the previous 440 powered police cars. They are handsome cars. I think they should have not offered a Dodge, Plymouth and Chrysler R-body, should have just made one of them - maybe just the Chrysler in New Yorker and Newport trim.
@@timothykeith1367 No Fury/Gran Fury in '79,either? Plymouth didn't get the Furies back (on this platform of course) until I think mid year '80?
That's a nice one. Aged very well. Hope it finds a home. That's way to nice to be on the yard.
It's aged nicely.
Looks better than I do for it’s age
Nice find Benny
I'm not a Mopar fan but that is one sharp car. That's a good price also. I hope it ends up with someone who will preserve and maintain it. 🙏
I second that nor am I a mopar fan but that car could pass for a 3 year old car wash it and take it to car shows Ricardo would be proud
HOPEFULLY, this car will ROLL ON FOR YEARS YET! The "360" WAS A GREAT MOTOR!
Yep, 1978 was the last year for the 440 engine. That car looks solid as a rock, and for 2400 bucks I'd buy that in a heartbeat. If only I lived in the US...
Sweet car I wouldn't even worry about that dent.
Beautiful car
Those were very nice driving cars back in the day. That car will run longer than the junk that is being built today!
No doubt
@@jasonmurdoch9936 I would pay $2000 for that if it was here in Manitoba. Lots of power, ok on fuel and easy to repair.
Doubtful but optimistic take. This is a tired view that needs to stop.
@@wingz350 You ever owned one of these? What is the oldest vehicle you have owned? We currently own 3 vehicles and a 95 Intrepid. I have owned many older cars from the 1970's and 1980s. They have their down sides but also there up sides. Yes I would take the newer ones on a trip ahead of the Intrepid, but I would not hesitate to jump in it right now and do a 1000 mile trip. (All it needs is the gas tank filled for the trip)
@unclemarksdiyauto yes I have a 81 New Yorker and 2 Imperials.
So nice!! I learned to drive on a Chrysler Town and Country land yacht Station Wagon. Loved that car!
Dad had one of those, a 79 but it had a digital radio and the old school highbeam headlight button on the floor adjusted the radio stations. The actual switch for the highbeams was on the column was a lot of fun pranking friends that it was voice actuated to change stations while pushing the button on the floor.
We absolutely NEED an update video on this Benny! Whether it's still here or sold a while ago.
It looks like it's still running on that R-12 AC, which is amazing in of itself! Why is it here instead of on FB Marketplace?
I hope it goes to a good home. It's waaay to nice to be parted out.
You should rescue it Benny if no one else does. Ask when the last day is and go negotiate to buy it! It's got that factory AM/FM 8 track radio!!!
The guy at the yard said the car was just donated
I'm guessing grandma or grandpa had it stored. They recently passed and kids didn't care for the car . Donated it
@@ClassicRideSociety Too bad it was donated to the wrong place!
@@oliverdelgado6952 I bet you're right. I'm surprised they didn't even throw an ad on Craigslist or tried to sell in during the estate sale for like one or two thousand dollars. Wrong place to donate!
@@nathankim7664 so where is the car ? I'd buy that thing !
That's a trip. A lot of my low income neighbors drove those cars. I can't say I've ever seen one that color
Wow in amazing shape for the age.
Nice condition. Good price. New alternator. Looks good.
It's a shame that the car isn't closer than where I am. I'd love to have that car!!!
those are original factory floor mats too, that came with the car when new (that's always hard to find)
Thank you for another great video, Benny...That's a great-looking car for $2,400. Not sure how well it runs tho.
I appreciate that you're taking the time to find this classic an owner who will appreciate it. Bravo! I remember seeing this model being operated as "Executive Transport" (basically an expensive livery service) alongside Cadillac Fleetwoods and Lincoln Town Cars. The only thing I see about this car that I don't love is Chrysler's justifiably much-maligned "Lean Burn" system attached to the Air Cleaner. Ah well, for that model year it would basically be unavoidable.
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That is a nice cruiser, nicer than the one I picked up last year. You can float down the road in that one.
Nice car and good price. Little lube on the door and hood hinges then drive it!
That and drop that wretched Lean Burn System and you'll get a car that runs a lot better and is more efficient. Those Lean Burn Systems were also complete junk.
Interesting last of big huge era Mopar mannn that interior from 79 New Yorker is amazing gorgeous basically whole car in mint condition
I love these R body cars.
Had a grand fury with the 360 police special. And for a big car that thing corner like a dam camaro . !! And fast it would bury the 125mph Speedo no problem.
Anything from back then is worst having anyone can work on them
Nice car
Man I want that car
Wow, I wish I could afford to buy it right now
I owned (briefly) a '79 (BADLY BEATEN, BUT RUNNING) Newport in '92! This WAS A BASICALLY NICE CAR! I KNOW THIS ONE WILL FIND A HOME!
Beautiful.
The purest of junque!!!
That one is definitely a keeper cuz they're so few R Bodies in existence now. It could definitely be refreshed, but I bet some parts like trim pieces would be hard to find because the R Bodies were simply not as popular compared to other classic Mopars.
Hopefully she saved!!
Benny that NYer is pretty good condition for its age. I like it. I wonder if they will get 2500 for it.
I would pay it! But I’m in British Columbia 😢
Nice
cruiser/driver .
Someone saved it
Very beautiful car. Looks well kept. The only things I'm not a fan is that it has those hide away headlights...it that how you call them? A double round or square headlights without the covers would look nicer. Also the gas cap being covered by light🤔 it would be better if that instead of that midlle tail light thing had a normal flat body part where you'd place the licence plate The price is ok as long as it starts drives and stops and everything on it works. Great find.
My parents had a '79 Newport. Same car, except without the hidden headlamps, a swing down license plate holder covering the fuel filler, and without the add-on "opera windows " on the rear doors.
@@martinliehs2513 Yes, also an "R" body like this one shown here. Same platform that ran from 1979 to 1981.
That looks exactly exactly like my one uncle had many years ago nice ridding car too..I'm not sure if his was a 4 door..that car looks really really good in very nice shape..
Nice Yunker
I think it's a nice ride probably better some of these new ones they making
When cars were cars. Made like a tank. Hope it finds a good home.
I recall lots of these as police cars in Pennsylvania.
They were likely the Plymouth Gran Fury, the lowest trim level available in the short-lived R body platform.
@@martinliehs2513 Correct, or the Dodge St. Regis. Both "R" body cars and assembled at Lynch Road.
@@googleusergp Several departments also drove the Chrysler Newport. Dallas,Tx PD had a bunch of 'em for one?
@@DrOlds7298 Sure. Most departments went the cheap way out and would have gone for the Plymouth or the Dodge. It's likely the fleet incentives were better at the time for those, but yes, a Chrysler was a possibility.
Great car the last of the big new yorkers is the 1978 a C body.... The 79 is more on the R/M body line but still a great car... I had a 78 which I paid $800 for in the 90s.
This is an "R" body, which ran from 1979 to 1981. The "M" body would replace it in the line up in 1982 through 1989.
@@googleusergp yep.....nothing like a C body the ride is night and day.
@@moparnut6286 I never cared for either of them, but that's just my opinion and they do of course have a following. I'll take a GM product over them any day.
I rode in one of these once and had no complaints. But at the same time, Chrysler looked to be in deep doo-doo up until later in the Eighties!
That would make a great TJ Hooker tribute police car.
Wow! That's a beauty!
I had the 79 white/ red leather
New Yorker & 81 Brown Bomber/ tan cloth interior
They were very Underrated cars that ran and drove great, I plan on getting another one, but these are in the top 5 rarest Chryslers because it was produced for just 3 years,
I'm In Detroit Michigan, my bet that I always put out there is, to the people that challenge me is, You find one in Michigan take a picture and send it to me, I'll give them $100, haven't lost the bet in 20 yrs because people never really pay them any attention when they see one, I go to quite a few car shows that are Mopar, they have most of the other New Yorkers before or after the R bodies
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Nice ride!
Rare beauty!😍
How could ANYONE send that car to the JUNKYARD??? I’m actually going to look at a 79 new yorker tomorrow to possibly buy. I hope someone saves this beautiful and RARE car
The guy there said they donated it
@@ClassicRideSociety strange. Good deed i suppose, but i hope the right kind of person buys it to keep it ORIGINAL
It's a year younger than me...looks a decade or more younger. Keen price...someone will get something nice for cheap.
That’s a tidy front end not too much chrome. $2399 seems like a bargain
I like the frond end.
Classy looking, but the quality was awful on these.
Pretty sweet, you should have grabbed it 🤩
Awesome car I like it
She’s a nice old New Yorker with some life left in her. Wish we could’ve heard the engine run. All she needs is som TLC and a paint job and she’ll be a nice car for someone. I like that it has the 360 and not the 318.
Who ever owned this car, really took care of it, even a dash cover! But this car will not be a car that really will appreciate in value !
nice car...Thanks
R-bodies were not common even when they were new. Cool find.
No surprise, this one was saved
Hope it finds home not my favorite years of the New Yorker but still a nice ole ride
Neat find!
That had to have come out of an estate settlement. That,or one of those deals where someone bought out a complete estate & either way one of them called up that 'We Buy Cars,Running or Not' number you see on the telephone poles?
I'm an absolute R Body 👅👁️ fan it's my favorite Car
Dude, I’ve been looking for one. My first car was a 79 New Yorker. Blk w/ gray cloth with the 360 c.I.
Pick n Pull Ft Worth Texas
I had an 80 Dodge St Regis ex police vehicle and I liked it. Yes 78 was the last year for the B or RB engine.
Not quite. 1978 was the last year of production, but "leftover" 440 V8s made it in 1979 motorhomes for instance while Chrysler "ran them through".
@@googleusergp Yes but for passenger vehicles it was the last year.
I knew an old guy who ordered a 78 Cordoba with the 440.
@@garymckee8857 Yes, but I was just making a point that it continued after 1978. Much the same way that Pontiac did with the 400 V8s. They were 1978 leftovers (actually cast in late 1977) for stockpile and use in 1979 Firebirds. My 10th Anniversary Trans Am is one of those engines. In fact, it was assembled the same week (1st week of April 1979) that GM announced that the 400 was discontinued and "replaced" on the order guide with the 403 Oldsmobile engine. However, cars after mine got the 400, they must have been in the schedule pipeline already.
@@googleusergp I read once that there was also 413's and 361's still being installed in certain applications after 78 according to someone who posted on something l was reading in the comments on RUclips.
@@garymckee8857 I believe that's correct. Don't forget that other markets had different emissions than the US and could use those older engines.
Ok thanks! I will give them a call.
Nice , American Luxury at its best 👍🏼🍻
At that price I'd rock it all day..
I knew someone that had one that had the 225 Slant 36 the person brought it new and said he got a 378..00 credit for the Slant 6
Yes it is an r.
Yes 440 ends in cars in 78.
R bodies were available with the 225, 318 or 360, but 225 was not available on new yorker.
Yes it is a pillared hardtop like a 61 to 69 lincoln.
Possibly collectible but im not sure the 2399 is justified.
Is this frame or unit body?
Based on the 71 to 78 chrysler b body.
Dad had. One of thes. It was ten years. Old. It. Was. In good. Shape. Few year. He had. 79. Chrysler Newport. Same. Body style. Had. A 225. Slant. Six. From. The. Factory. Thanks.
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All it needs is 20 Inch rims and Vogue white wall and yellow stripe tires.
I was there when they were gettin it ready for sale, and the 81 LTD was still for sale.
What City was That In??
@@bryankacz6431Pick-n-Pull, Fort Worth, Texas
Nice shape for that price!
Hopefully someone buys her!
Someone saved her
Buy it Benny
We looked at one of these new. Tan and Ran interior. I wanted it so bad but my Dad had other ideas
This one was still there today when I stopped by that Junkyard
gotta have deep pockets to keep one of those
Nice
It looks like the car must be sold. I didn't see it on pick and pull Fort Worth Texas now.
If you're looking on their website, they never posted it there. They have lots of vehicles for sale at that location but only a few actually posted on the website. Looks like they have pretty much abandoned posting vehicles for sale.
That needs a full douchin wax and warm garage and love
No they came with a 400 lean burn too..just like the cordobas..
Mmmmm, very interested! Am in Colorado. Need to see what shipping would cost, what town and state is it located?
It was at pick n Pull in Ft Worth Texas. But they buyer has to go there and purchase it directly from them.
That was my first car at 16 im 40 now my dad bought it for me for $300 it was a yatch on wheels
I can't see this going for anywhere near that much.
What do you think is a good price for it?
Why not that's a fair price if its a good runner !
I was thinking probably around 5k max.
@@kennethsouthard6042 why would you pay more when it's $2400 ??????
@@danh2134 I guess I misread it. I thought it 12,400 and change.
Rare!!
I always liked these & the price is right, but the cost of shipping to Calgary would be more than the cost of the car. Someone needs to save it. $5,000 + would be too much for me, but it's a saver!!
Where is this located?
I can tell you didn't watch the entire video 😄. I said where it was at the end.
all i heard was "forward pick a pull". is that correct? what town is that in? i watched the whole video twice and thats the best i could hear.
😄 I guess I should annunciate better. Fort Worth Pick n Pull in Texas
@@ClassicRideSociety awesome. thanks for the reply!
My god. Somebody save her!!
She was still there today
where did they keep this thing? i wonder if its still for sale.
I think someone in the comments had some info on its history. The car did sell eventually from this pick n pull
Did that say gross vehicle weight 5400+ pounds? Good God!
Naww ill wait for a fury or dodge st Regis cop car. To pop up.
Hello Benny. What city and pick a part yard is that New Yorker located in?
Pick n Pull Ft Worth Texas
Stuntman From Neutral Drop should by this car and Neutral Drop it!!!!!
😂that would have pissed off a few
@@ClassicRideSociety is this car still up for sale? If it is Stuntman needs to buy this!!!!!
@@P00katube they sold it
Did it ever sell
Last year 1981?
So they're junking this out or trying to sell it?.......My grandfather ordered a brand new "79 New Yorker with the optional "5th Ave" package.He also ordered the E57 360 2 bbl like this one has....But when it came in had the famous option code E58 360-4bbl police dual exhaust V8.He wasn't too happy about it but all the door panels lined up and the paint was nice so he took it.....Super rare when new......Nonexistent now.
They are trying to sell it
not bad
Benny and the jets really nice condition to bad it's an undesirable 4 door Chrysler.
Are u guys in New Mexico?
No. This car is at a Pick n Pull salvage yard in Ft Worth Texas
Was the car saved??
Yes someone bought it
Any $2400 car that runs good is a bargain