1937 Chrysler Royal

228ci L-Head I6 | 3-Speed Manual | Reupholstered Interior

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LOT #

260864417

Pre War Car

Vehicle Price$24,999
Pre-Delivery Service Charge$1,299
Total Price$26,298
Advertised price includes the $1,299 Pre-Delivery Service Charge. Price does not include taxes, tag, registration, or other mandatory government charges.
Pending Sale
Estimated: $258.79/mo
Estimated payment assumes 20% down, 9.5% APR, and 120-month term. Actual rates may vary.
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Verified Seller provides all vehicle specific information and modifications listed below. Confirm any specifics with your Exotic Car Trader Representative prior to purchase. Sales tax or other taxes, tag, title, registration fees, government fees, not included in advertised price. $1,299 Pre-Delivery Service Charge not included in advertised price.
Make:
Model:
VIN:
6869545
Lot Number:
260864417
Condition:
Used
Odometer:
38,362 miles
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
228ci I6
Drive Type:
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
Transmission:
Manual/Standard
Exterior Color:
Black
Interior Color:
Red
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
Minnesota
  • 1937 Chrysler Royal Series C-16
  • 228ci L-Head I6
  • Single-Barrel Carburetor
  • 3-Speed Manual w/ Overdrive
  • RWD
  • Black Exterior (Original Paint)
  • Red Interior
  • Reupholstered Interior
  • Aftermarket Clutch
  • Aftermarket Exhaust System
  • Aftermarket Wiring
  • Aftermarket Turn Signals
  • Current Owner Reports Sandblasted Frame
  • Current Owner Reports Body-Off Refurbishment
  • Current Owner Reports ~95% Tire Tread Remaining
  • Current Owner Reports Rust-Free Body

Overview of 1937 Chrysler Royal For Sale by Owner

The 1937 Chrysler Royal Series comes from an era when Chrysler leaned heavily on smooth straight-six power, Art Deco styling, and long-distance comfort, and this example keeps that character largely intact. Showing approximately 38,362 miles, it is powered by a 228ci L-head inline-six with a single-barrel carburetor and a 3-speed manual transmission with overdrive. Finished in black with what the current owner reports to be original paint, this Royal also benefits from a reupholstered red interior, replacement clutch and exhaust components, updated wiring, and added turn signals. The owner further reports a sandblasted frame, body-off refurbishment, approximately 95% tire tread remaining, and a rust-free body.

Exterior and Interior

The exterior of this 1937 Chrysler Royal Series is finished in black, with the current owner reporting that the paint is original. That gives the car a particularly interesting period presence, especially when paired with the Royal’s prewar proportions and traditional brightwork. The owner also reports that the frame has been sandblasted and that the body underwent a body-off refurbishment, while the tires are said to retain approximately 95% tread. Added turn signals bring a useful update to a car built well before they became commonplace. The interior of this 1937 Chrysler Royal Series is finished in red and has been reupholstered. The cabin retains the straightforward, formal character expected of a late-1930s Chrysler, while the updated upholstery gives it a fresher presentation. Aftermarket wiring has also been installed, helping modernize the electrical side without changing the car’s fundamentally vintage atmosphere.

Engine

Power comes from a 228ci naturally aspirated L-head inline-six breathing through a single-barrel carburetor and paired with a 3-speed manual transmission with overdrive. The drivetrain sends power to the rear wheels in traditional prewar fashion, while the replacement clutch and aftermarket exhaust system address two important mechanical areas for drivability and usability. With its simple flathead-six layout and overdrive-equipped manual transmission, this Royal offers the kind of relaxed, mechanical driving experience that defines well-kept prewar American touring cars.

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1935 Ford Model 48 Deluxe 5-Window Coupe

For Sale
ASK: $53,297
Miles: 73,548
Estimated: $538.28/mo

The 1935 model year marked an important turning point for Ford, introducing a more streamlined design, improved suspension, and a refined version of the legendary flathead V8 that helped make affordable eight-cylinder performance accessible to American motorists. Nearly a century later, the Model 48 remains a celebrated example of prewar American automotive craftsmanship, particularly in the desirable Deluxe 5-Window Coupe configuration. This 1935 Ford Model 48 Deluxe 5-Window Coupe, showing 73,548 miles, comes finished in its original Coach Maroon color, complemented by a refurbished Brown cloth interior, red wire-spoke wheels, and distinctive wide whitewall tires. What truly sets this example apart is its remarkable history of AACA recognition, with the seller reporting Junior and Senior First Place awards, five Preservation awards, and a prestigious Grand National First Place award from the Antique Automobile Club of America. These distinctions are especially meaningful within the collector-car community, where authenticity, historical accuracy, and presentation are central to judging. Powered by Ford's celebrated 221ci flathead V8 and equipped with a three-speed manual transmission, a rear rumble seat, and a factory radio, this award-winning Deluxe Coupe combines prewar character with an impressive record of recognition among dedicated antique automobile enthusiasts.

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