1942 Plymouth Deluxe
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1942 Plymouth Deluxe 1942 Plymouth Deluxe

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Description

Plymouth's 1942 model line might be described as "the cars that disappeared," both figuratively and literally. The line was cut to two models, the P14S Deluxe and P14C Special Deluxe. Both of them could virtually be called entirely new cars, with the previous X-style chassis jettisoned in favor of a box-perimeter frame, and new doors that concealed the vestigial running boards when shut. The L-head straight-six also increased in displacement to 217.8 cubic inches thanks to a quarter-inch larger bore, but utilized cast-iron pistons--aluminum supplies were restricted to military usage. With its bigger bore, it now developed 95hp. Production of 1942 model year cars begin in July 1941. Gradually, more and more raw materials were designated as strategically necessary to the war effort and disappeared from the assembly lines, starting with chromium, which glinted on the 1942 Plymouths' all-new grilles. First, the side trim spears were radically shortened to save chrome. Later, the trim castings were simply painted and those cars became known as "black out" models. Cars that didn't already have signed civilian sales orders when they were built were immediately impounded by the government, mainly for military assignment. When auto production ended for good at Plymouth on January 31, 1942, production stood at 124,782 units. This particular 1942 Plymouth Special Deluxe is special in its own self. It has been featured in 2 movies. One being "Beloxi Blues" starring Mathew Broderick and the second being "The Tuskegee Airmen" Staring Lawrence Fishburne. Accompanying the sale of this rare vehicle is a copy of the script and shooting schedule for "The Tuskegee Airmen" film.The beautiful Beige paint is in great condition with no rust or rot to speak of. The same goes for the chrome and all moldings and accents. Both front and rear bumpers are in very good condition with no rot to be found. The Beige vinyl interior is in excellent condition with no wear. The same goes for the door panels, carpet and head liner. The entire interior has been reupholstered in the last few years and looks great. There is an aftermarket AM/FM radio mounted under the dash that works with no problems. Both windows go up and down with no issues and are free of cracks or chips. The vehicle runs and drives beautifully with all mechanical aspects working at this time. In the trunk the vehicle comes with the original spare and as well as all the tools. The VIN is 11456765 and is being sold on a clean Arkansas title. Current mileage shows 79,657.

Stock #
4478
Vin:
4478
Transmission:
Manual
Mileage:
0