The 300G Chryslers were built for those discriminating buyers who were looking for brute horsepower combined with luxury features. The 300Gs were designed with a unique front grill and lower quarter panel molding which easily distinguished them from wthe other Chryslers. But what truly set them apart are their performance capabilities. The large 375 horsepower engine was fitted with the signature Ram manifold system and dual carburetors which enabled the 300G to be driven at speeds normally associated with sports cars of the period. The new 300G was tested by Road & Track magazine in the period and went from 0-60-mph in 8.4-seconds, while the 1/4-mile was 16.2-seconds at 87-mph – all quite impressive. For the 1961 model year, the 300G was offered only in two body styles which included a two door hardtop and a convertible.

The Chrysler presented here is an excellent example of the rare and highly desirable 1961 300G Convertible. The Chrysler 300G line was the last of the series to feature Virgil Exner's striking and highly recognizable fins. Major differences from the previous year’s model included a new front end with canted quad headlamps and a new rear treatment, which lacked the faux continental spare of the 300F.

This 1961 Chrysler 300G Convertible is painted in Deep Maroon and is thought to be one of only 124 or so 300G Convertibles extant. Notably original production topped off at about 337 examples built, so it was even rare when introduced. It is powered by a 413 cubic inch Wedge V-8 engine that develops 375 horsepower and 495 foot-pounds of torque. At a base price of $5.841, the 300G convertibles were among the most expensive American cars available at the time.

The Chrysler utilizes a TorqueFlite push-button automatic transmission that is console-mounted. The console extends the full cabin length and gives the occupants four-place bucket seat travel in rarefied elegance with high performance. There is also lovely detail in the pattern sewn into the seats and the inner door panels exhibit a similar expression of detail. The exterior has 300G-specific badging, subtle stiffening ribs that run the length of the trunk deck lid, glistening chrome wire wheels and wide whitewall tires.

As one would expect, this Chrysler has had a ground up restoration with no expense spared to ensure its present overall condition and presentation. It has remained in a Southern California collection for some time and has been driven only sparingly since the completion of the work. It is, of course equipped with all power features including power seats, windows, brakes and steering. Reported to be a fit running and operating example, it was recently serviced in preparation for the auction. We encourage close inspection accordingly.