Autoblog and Yahoo may earn commission from links in this article.This 1961 Chrysler 300G convertible is one of the great American grand tourers of its era, a rare letter-series car with the muscular cross-ram 413 V8, swiveling bucket seats, and the dramatic canted-headlight styling of Virgil Exner's final "Forward Look" year. Finished in Cinnamon Metallic with a tan interior and top, it is one of only 337 convertibles built. Refurbished before the current owner's 2013 acquisition and freshly serviced, it is a genuinely usable example of a blue-chip classic.1961 Chrysler 300gBring a trailerWhat it's worth right nowClassic.com shows the 300G convertible averaging around $129,530, with a recorded high of $194,700 in 2022 and a recent low of $62,000 in early 2026, and lists a convertible Market Benchmark near $117,794. Hagerty brackets the car cleanly by condition, valuing a 1961 300G convertible at roughly $68,000 in #4 (Fair) condition, $101,000 in #3 (Good), $147,000 in #2 (Excellent), and $195,000 in #1 (Concours).AdvertisementAdvertisementThis car presents as a solid driver rather than a concours example: it was refurbished before 2013, repainted in a non-original Cinnamon Metallic, and shows a few honest flaws, all of which place it in the middle of that condition-driven range rather than at the top. The rarity, the desirable convertible body style, the swiveling buckets, and the fresh mechanical work all support real value.1961 Chrysler 300gBring a trailerWeighing the refurbishment and rarity against the driver-grade condition and paperwork notes, I would call fair value roughly $95,000 to $135,000. The current $75,000 bid with six days remaining is climbing, and where it settles will depend on how bidders weigh the presentation and the Montana-title-and-VIN questions against the car's genuine letter-car appeal.Condition and detailsThe specification is the draw. The 300G was billed as "Chrysler's luxury sports car," and this one has the signature hardware: the 413ci Golden Lion V8 with a cross-ram intake and dual four-barrel carburetors, factory-rated at 400 horsepower, backed by the push-button TorqueFlite automatic. It rides on 15-inch steel wheels with chrome covers and whitewalls, and the cabin features the desirable power-adjustable swiveling front bucket seats in tan leather, extending to rear buckets, with front and rear consoles, power windows, and air conditioning. In preparation for the sale, the dual carburetors were rebuilt and the battery, ignition components, spark plugs, distributor cap and rotor, oil, and brake and axle-bearing components were serviced in 2026.1961 Chrysler 300gBring a trailerThe condition is honest driver-grade. The car was refinished in Cinnamon Metallic during its refurbishment and shows a reported paint bubble on the hood and a loose digit in the "300" door trim. The five-digit odometer shows 62,000 miles with total mileage unknown, so treat that as shown rather than verified. The 2026 mechanical freshening addresses the systems that matter most on a car that has been refurbished and driven, but a buyer should confirm overall mechanical health and how the car drives.1961 Chysler 300gBring a trailerThe paperwork deserves attention, and the comments were instructive. The car is sold on a Montana title, a common registration approach, and there was a detailed discussion about the VIN: an observer noted a G-car VIN should begin with 84, and BaT subsequently confirmed the car is titled in Montana using VIN 8413154857, with knowledgeable commenters confirming the door and body tags carry correct 300G designations. That resolves the question in the car's favor, but a buyer should verify the tags and title in person and confirm how they will title and register it in their state. A pre-purchase inspection is worthwhile on any six-figure classic.The offerSpecificationDetailMakeChryslerModel300G ConvertibleYear1961Mileage62,000 shown, total unknownEngine413ci Golden Lion V8 with cross-ram dual quadsPower400 horsepower, 465 lb-ftTransmissionPush-button three-speed TorqueFlite automaticDrive typeRear-wheel driveExterior colorCinnamon Metallic (repainted)Interior colorTanCurrent bidUSD $75,000Interested in this car? View the listing here.What makes the 300G uniqueThe Chrysler 300 letter series began in 1955 as "America's Most Powerful Car" and ran through a decade of increasingly rare and rapid grand tourers, and the 1961 300G was the seventh iteration. It was the last of the big-fin cars and the final expression of Virgil Exner's "Forward Look," distinguished by newly canted dual headlights paired with those dramatic fins. Power came from the 413ci Wedge V8 with cross-ram induction and dual four-barrels, giving this luxurious two-ton convertible genuine performance, and just 337 convertibles were built among 1,617 letter cars for the year, making it a low-production, high-status machine.1961 Chrysler 300gBring a trailerAdvertisementAdvertisementThat combination of rarity, performance, styling, and letter-series pedigree has kept the 300G in the upper tier of postwar American collector cars for decades. Values track condition, originality, and documentation, with a wide spread from drivers to concours cars, and the convertible commands a strong premium over the hardtop. A refurbished, well-optioned, freshly serviced driver like this one offers an accessible way into a genuinely special letter car, appealing to the buyer who wants to show and drive it rather than chase concours points.My takeThis is a rare and genuinely special letter car, and a driver-grade 300G convertible with fresh mechanical work is exactly the kind of thing that rewards an owner who wants to use it. My fair-value call is $95,000 to $135,000, placing it in the middle of the condition-driven range for the non-original repaint and honest flaws while giving full weight to its rarity, the desirable swiveling buckets, and the 2026 service. I would be comfortable in that range for a car that inspects and drives well.The buying advice is about verification. Confirm the VIN and the door and body tags in person given the discussion the listing prompted, even though BaT and knowledgeable commenters resolved it in the car's favor, and sort out titling from the Montana title for your state. Verify the mechanical health and how it drives after the 2026 freshening, and treat the 62,000-mile figure as shown. Handle those, and the current $75,000 bid is a reasonable starting point on a rare and beautiful Chrysler letter car.Disclaimer: This post is for informational purposes only. We are not a dealership or broker. All vehicle specifications, pricing, and availability are subject to change without notice. We are not responsible for typographical errors, omissions, or the accuracy of the provided information. Please verify all details directly with the seller.AdvertisementAdvertisementAutoblog aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission.This story was originally published by Autoblog on Aug 12, 2026, where it first appeared in the Car Buying section. Add Autoblog as a Preferred Source by clicking here.