Details

　　This 1958 Chrysler Saratoga sedan is powered by a 354ci V8 Poly Head engine that sends all power to the rear wheels by way of a three-speed automatic transmission. The Virgil Exner-styled body is painted in red with a white top, and the upholstery is matched with the same two-tone leather color. This Chrysler Forward Look styling came with many innovations for the period, including a push-button automatic transmission, Total Contact hydraulic brakes, and Torsion-Aire suspension. In addition, the car comes with quad headlights, the period-correct radio, and a 122-inch long chassis. The five-digit odometer shows 12,734 miles, but the true mileage is unknown, and the previous owner stated that the engine was rebuilt. This car has been cared for by the same individual since 2001 and is located in New York.

　　The Saratoga shows well in the third-party photos and inspection provided. The exterior was likely re-painted at some point, the seller notes, and new Coker tires were placed on the vehicle last year. The owner states that the transmission was rebuilt in 2002. Other refurbishment includes ignition and brake work. An exhaustive list can be found below. Scratches and chips in the paint and some surface rust can be found on the window trim are displayed in the photos and are consistent with the age of the vehicle. Buyers should note a spot of perforating rust in the trunk and that the car will need brake service since the power brake booster is not working appropriately. The interior leather is plush and in good condition. Some wear can be found on the dash trim as well as the door cards. Mechanically the car runs and drives as expected. The owner has included in the sale many spare parts, including a hard-to-find original bellows power brake booster. A car cover, original owners manual, and four spare brand-new tires are also included. 

　　This Chrysler is being sold through a CLASSIC.COM Pro and is located in Brooklyn, New York.

　　About the model

　　The Chrysler Saratoga was first introduced in 1939. The Saratoga was built in six generations, but there were three main eras of production. The first era (1) saw the model as the top Chrysler offering, the second era (1) saw it as the entry-level Chrysler model, and the third era (1) saw the Saratoga as Chrysler's intermediate offering. Over the course of production, the Saratoga was available in a wide range of closed-body styles, including sedan, limousine, and coupe. The Chrysler Saratoga was built until 1960, although the Saratoga name was re-used from 1 for a European exclusive model that was a rebadged Dodge Spirit.

　　Features and Specs

　　12,734 miles shown (Total mileage is unknown)

　　354ci V8 engine (Poly Head)

　　3-speed automatic transmission (TorqueFlite)

　　122 inch chassis

　　Push button actuated transmission

　　Forward Look styling by Virgil Exner

　　Quad headlights

　　Two-tone paint and matching interior

　　Period correct radio unit

　　Chrysler Total Contact brakes

　　Chrysler Torsion-Aire suspension

　　Known Modifications

　　2003- New leather seats were installed to replace the old fabric seats

　　New carpets

　　New front and rear dash

　　Service History

　　Previous owner notes that the engine was rebuilt

　　Owner believes the car was re-painted previously

　　2002- Transmission was rebuilt and radiator re-cored

　　2015- New gas tank was installed

　　2022- New Coker tires were installed

　　2023- New distributor with electronic ignition

　　Spark plug wires

　　New wires that feed from the battery  

　　Brake pads replace

　　Fuel filter replaced

　　Ownership History

　　Current owner purchased the car in 2001 

　　Owner states that the car was only driven about 300 miles a year

　　Known issues

　　Brakes are thought to have a slow leak

　　Owner states that the car is currently driving on manual brakes

　　Engine can flood on start-up

　　Rust around the rear window

　　Perforating rust in the trunk

　　Tearing in the headliner

　　Door cards are faded and peeling

　　Due Diligence

　　Third-party photos 8/1/2023

　　Third-party inspection 7/21/2023

　　Included in the sale

　　Original owners manual 

　　Original bellows power brake system

　　4 extra new tires

　　Car cover

　　Miscellaneous extra parts

　　Saratoga emblems for the vehicle