Very good friend of mine asked if it wouldn't be too much trouble to check out a hearse for him. Was already out traveling and the location added a mere 45 miles. Sounds like a plan!
The '63 Superior Crown Sovereign endloader in question needs (most of) a front clip. Purchased from a funeral home about 9 years ago by the previous owner, the brakes went out while driving. That gentleman found rechromed front bumper ends(!), a straight passenger fender, and a few other bumper/grill bits before passing. His girlfriend sold to current custodian - who has not been able to find the other '63-'64 CC items. Hence, lack of interest, and possible sale. I say possible as the price was quite high. Well, the car didn't disappoint.
Other than recognizing the landaus being swapped left to right, it is in amazing original shape. (Rocker moldings were present.) Not a spot of surface rust underneath either! Crown-back vinyl on a black over black coach is delish - May have the most popular interior color scheme as well, silver over maroon mohair. Interior was just as clean. Viewing details on an original coach this intact was a real treat.
For now, no sale, as seller is having remorse...
Even more shocking??? Not for sale at any price, an even nicer all original unmolested '57 Eureka sideloader with an even more incredible black/white interior than the '63!
Truly amazing survivor that deserves detailed & enjoyed - with correct hubcaps.
The '63 Superior Crown Sovereign endloader in question needs (most of) a front clip. Purchased from a funeral home about 9 years ago by the previous owner, the brakes went out while driving. That gentleman found rechromed front bumper ends(!), a straight passenger fender, and a few other bumper/grill bits before passing. His girlfriend sold to current custodian - who has not been able to find the other '63-'64 CC items. Hence, lack of interest, and possible sale. I say possible as the price was quite high. Well, the car didn't disappoint.
Other than recognizing the landaus being swapped left to right, it is in amazing original shape. (Rocker moldings were present.) Not a spot of surface rust underneath either! Crown-back vinyl on a black over black coach is delish - May have the most popular interior color scheme as well, silver over maroon mohair. Interior was just as clean. Viewing details on an original coach this intact was a real treat.
For now, no sale, as seller is having remorse...
Even more shocking??? Not for sale at any price, an even nicer all original unmolested '57 Eureka sideloader with an even more incredible black/white interior than the '63!
Truly amazing survivor that deserves detailed & enjoyed - with correct hubcaps.
