ONE MORE TIME IN CASE YA MISSED IT. Here we have for auction a 1967 Checker Marathon Stationwagon. I will entertain reasonable offers, but those seeking 'bargain basement' deals will be politely ignored. rear seats! I recently participated in the huge annual Rockville (Maryland) car show, and my Checker was a featured vehicle in the show's 'orphan' car display: When you own and drive this car, these are the kinds of things that are left on your windshield. 1981 Yellow Checker Marathon. Lillington, NC, AutoBarn Classic Cars These have been temporarily saved. If you are the lucky winner, you are responsible for picking it up in Charlottesville, VA, or arranging pickup and shipping. All refurbished. The main frame channel beams have been repaired in the past, but the overall integrity of the frame is in question. It is a project, a hobby, and should be a lot of fun. is a true survivor car. Public. I bought this vehicle in 2007 from a gentleman in North Carolina. Rebuilt 226 V6 engine with a Holley 4 barrel carb. Did I mention it has a LOT OF RUST. Thee AC units were removed. Powering this lengthy car is its If thats the case are four doors then preferred over eight? NEEDS total restoration. Tires hold air and will roll, but the car sat a long time on cement, so the tires have flat spots on them. I recently had the engine power-washed, degreased, and had a few items painted. 1-4. . The dash, carpet, door panels, headliner, & seats are Used 1976 CHECKER for sale for $$22500 in Monroe, GA with features and rating. It is a cool old car. Car rolls OK. Serious buyers only, please. How about a father and son project? cranks work as they should. 36181 East Lake Rd. Cleaned up the engine and had the alternater rebuilt. No text messages please! We had it looked over by a Classic Auto Restore Shop, who did a thorough going over. Vehicle MUST be picked up within 7 days from the date that your payment clears. However, this is still a great-looking car, and it can definitely be enjoyed as it is. $500 Deposit required within 48 hours of winning auction closing. l6 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated, 1977 Checker Marathon Deluxe Sedan 4-Door 5.0L, 1969 Checker Marathon A11, Perkins diesel engine 236.4, 1967 Checker Marathon Base Sedan 4-Door 3.8L. From the seller's description: This Sedan is factory equipped with air conditioning, power steering and power locks. no dent or scratches. Chrome bumpers are worth money. Call Bruce at show contact info (cell). New seat upholstery and carpets. Selling car because we don't drive it very often. 1967 Plymouth Satellite Unknown. The Checker has a heavy duty truck type frame, no uni-body crapola here. If you pay by check, please be aware that I will need to wait for the funds to clear before I release the car or send you the title. A non-refundable $500 deposit is due within 48 hours of the sale, and payment in full within 7 days. Most of them were built for fleet buyers, and many of those were taxicabs. To complete it's factory Hot Rod credentials it has the Powerglide transmission and it's backed up by a bullet proof FORD 9" rear end! 1969 Tan Checker Marathon 6 cylinder engine 3 speed stick with overdrive. If your wife says you can't have it, that is a personal problem for you to work out between you and her, none of my business. Search Sell a Car Find Dealers Join our Dealers Auction Central Resources Journal AutoHunter. More Other Makes classic cars for sale. Did I mention that this car was religiously serviced??? There were 15 sold in the last 5 years. I believe we are the third owners of the car, as it has been relayed to me. Marathons were produced in both four-door sedan and four-door station wagon forms, and the rare eight-door, 12-seater Aerobus wagon. AC unit is worth big money. This prestigious accolade represents the continued growth of the company, and ClassicCars.com's dominance as the world's largest online marketplace for any issues. This car is a survivor car so it will have a little wear on it but T/M. plenty of room! 1965 CHECKER MARATHON, MOSTLY RESTORED 25 + YR'S AGO, THEN STORED IN DRY STORAGE. 1976 CHECKER in Monroe, GA 1976 Checker car. 53,119 Miles. what most of these look like. The car was produced by the within the last few years and it still looks great. 1969 Other Makes Additional Info: up for bid is a one owner, custom checker marathon, 6cyl 3 speed manual. Rust in floor pans was removed and new metal installed. Carpet is shot and needs replacement. 1-11 of 11 cars. The following has been done to the Taxi since February. I would think that its mostly done by phone or app now, or maybe by waving a hand in the air or being in the right place at the right more, One of 413 Checker wagons produced in 1967, it appears this vintage longroof was intended to tow from the beginning. 350 v8 with new Holley 4 barrelInterior has been completely covered in dynamat insulationBody was taken down to bare metal and painted with 6 coats of special bronze paintHID lightsInterior has 900 watt eclipse stereo system with built in GPSRear view cameraDVD player with front and rear screensDual air condition units (needs re-charging)One of the most beautiful checkers available. It had rust in the usual places but I sanded out rust and repainted everything except the top. Click below to find your next car. These have been temporarily saved. Use Classics on Autotrader' intuitive search tools to find the best classic car, muscle car, project car, classic truck, or hot rod. Looking at the interior, you will see the ORIGINAL interior. The paint quality is good, with no dings, dents, rare 1966 Checker Marathon! Please Note The Following **Vehicle Location is at our clients home and Not In Cadi Engine: Not Available Don't buy and tell me there is rust. Black 1970 Checker Marathon for sale located in DFW Airport, Texas - $22,995 (ClassicCars.com ID CC-1166179). 1965 Checker Taxi Cab YELLOW original Chevy V/8, auto trans, power steering. The chrome bumpers, trim, grill, & door Owned car for 24 years - purchased in CA. The car looks beautiful, though, and is a head turner! Location. It is straight glass with a slight green tint as was used on most 60's cars with factory air, this glass can be ordered and cut by any local auto glass shop -- it is not hard to find. CLASSIC.COM is a trademark of CLASSIC.COM LLC. new weather stripping on them. For more information, please call 817-310-9400 or email Dallas@GatewayClassicCars.com. View now on classiccarsbay.com . Are you looking to buy your dream classic car? These cars were made famous and are most well known for their The original horn button is worth big money. The other glass is all good. Texas, United States. Front floorboards are rusted clear through as you can see in the pics. With a raised roof, 54 inches of interior height, and the standard Checker Marathon flat floor, the Medicar was ideal wheelchair-bound passengers, but could be converted to a six-passenger limousine in minutes. Call Bruce at show contact info (cell). it has been garaged since I'ved owned it. (strong motor no smoke or noises) The Transmission GM TH600 , This is the transmission used in the HUMVEE. These cars were built like tanks and had more more, Anyone whos ever ridden in the back of a Checker cab probably remembers how much legroom there was. Except for United States government-mandated 5 mph bumpers in 1974 and ongoing mechanical changes, the Marathon remained virtually unchanged during its 21-year production run. Stretch Limousine: 1970 Checker Marathon | Barn Finds Auctions Ending Soon 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle 1 days $999 Bid Now 1949 Packard Super Deluxe Eight LWB Sedan 3 days$700 Bid Now 1989 Toyota Celica ST 4 days $1,100 Bid Now 1995 Buick Riviera Supercharged 6 days$1,000 Bid Now View More Auctions Title. Forsale is ourbeautiful 1981 Checker Marathon in great condition. Payment can be made in person with cash, or you may FedEx me a check. SmartCycleGuide New York, NY - All rights If you are of a certain age, you may recall actually getting more, When most folks think of the Checker automobile brand, a yellow taxicab comes to mind. I could part it out and make that money and then call the junkyard and get another $400 for the carcass, but I want to keep it together and see the car roll down the road again and if you like cars, you probably do as well! The final Marathon was manufactured in 1982, when Checker exited the automobile manufacturing business. A12W8M Frame off restoration completed in 2000. I'm selling it cheap enough I expect full payment by Paypal within 48 hours. Chevy big block, 6 cylinder engine running the small block hardware. For more information on how we collect and use this information, please review our Privacy Policy. Any distance from 79052 . TX 1969 Checker Marathon . The Superba was the consumer version of the Checker Marathon, which was largely sold as fleet purchases to taxi-cab services and the like. There are no other / Taxi for sale across all model years (1961 to 1982) and no 1982 Checker Marathon / Taxi right now. There is about a 3-foot space between the front & Marathon. Please Note The Following **Vehicle Location is at our clients home and Not In Cadi Engine: Not Available Vehicle was found in a barn with all intentions to restore but things changed. Trans: automatic. I am the third owner of this vehicle and have owned it 10 years. Engine. 77031, Houston, TX. More Other Makes classic cars for sale. Another great feature is the Chevy 327 V8 engine, lotta these old Checkers have 6 cylinder engines in them -- not this baby! Trans: 3 Speed Overdrive Manual. Charles Town, West Virginia, United States, 5.0L 305Cu. A Nebraska traveling doctor traveling from town to town providing medical services to needy patients originally purchased this Medicar. Reason for selling car is we have owned it for 23 years and don't drive it very often. 1981 Other Makes Checker Marathon Additional Info: Forsale is ourbeautiful 1981 Checker Marathon in great condition. . The industrial strength of heavy-duty shocks, transmission, and engine with a hand-crafted Birdseye Maple dash, make this Medicar an automobile lovers dream. The restoration involved removal of doors, fenders hood, trunk and glass. Payment methods accepted: Cashier's check/USPS money order. Some highlights from his report: The engine and transmission appear to be in good working order, as is the exhaust system. Many people do not know that Checker made personal sedans and wagons as well as the legendary Yellow Cabs. Checker Marathon. I have a partial roll of early 60's Chevy blue cloth upholstery fabric that I am including that is a pretty good color match. Hey, didn't they use that motor in the Corvettes and Chevelles? $2500.00. 1981 Yellow Checker Taxi cab V/6 cylinder engine with automatic transmission. Anniversary Gold exterior (code 1092) with full black 1969 Checker Aerobus Limousine. Engine: 6 cal I only drive it occasionally to town (12 miles away) and to local car shows within 100 miles. This classic was driven by my daughter as a daily driver and was meticulously maintained for her safety. 2016, 2017 and 2018. Sounds good to me! We use cookies and browser activity to improve your experience, personalize content and ads, and analyze how our sites are used. Built on a 129-inch wheel base chassis, the Medicar was designed to provide maximum comfort, safety and protection for up to three in-transit non-ambulatory persons. Surprisingly to me, the bidding has more, Nearly every automobile enthusiast recognizes the shape of a Checker Marathon. It was marketed as a passenger car for consumers, as opposed to the similar Taxi, which was aimed at fleet buyers. Car ran great 10 years ago when I bought it. The chrome bumper. WHAT CONDITION THEY ARE IN NOW, I don't know. This is a car that is meant to be driven. These cars are a great deal for null shoppers. tail lights on each side give the car a unique appearance. PAYPAL ONLY. This one is shown in its original baby blue By more, Taxi!! I have an extra rear fender that I am including with the sale. . 1968 Chevrolet Corvette Base. ), new Jegs starter this year, new idler arm (2011), new water pump (Oct. 2014), newly-rebuilt heater core (2014), new (NOS) gas tank (2013), new hoses and too many other things to mention. The drag racers love this unit because it has over-driving CLUTCHs , that made shifts smooth and seamless. information on this 1966 Checker Marathon Deluxe call the Houston or scuffs to be mentioned. Seats 9. In. . I HATE a cry baby. #140Palm Harbor, FL 34685. Houston, TX 5 years at classiccars.com 3 29,950 1972 Checker Aerobus A128W gasoline black manual original 283 CiD short block that is paired to a 3-speed automatic Mechanically, it is religiously serviced every 3,000 miles by my local mechanics. Mileage: 551. No text messages please! T/M. 1982. Cosmetically, it has had much work done. Trans: Automatic. Learn more. Popular Checker Models Our customers often search these top Checker models for amazing deals on Checker components: Checker A11 Checker A11E Checker A2 Checker A3 Checker A4 Checker A5 Checker A6 Checker A7 Checker A8 If rust scares you, you might want to pass on this one. Transmission was fine when the car was parked. 1976 Checker car. Upholstery is in great shape.no tears. Checker Motors Corporation of Kalamazoo, Michigan, between 1961 and car was a barn find and only needed a exterior repaint to get it In most cases, its because vital details are missing, but in this instance, we just want to know how this project came into existence. ClassicCars.com has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States, successfully making the Inc. 5000 list in both 2015, 1981 was the last year the Checker Motor Company made this iconic automobile. Motor is not locked up, but will need to get running again. And since we drove through Kalamazoo on the way home, we got a lot of attention in the town that built the car. Has new tires and gas tank. All refurbished. I will also accept a bank transfer as payment for the entire amount (must clear by my bank before I release the car or send you the title, plus there is a $16 bank transfer fee that you will need to add to the final sale price). Runs great. A Chevy 400 cid (365 HP) Holly 4 Barrel. A custom restoration and transformation turned this Medicar into a fantastic daily driver with all the amenities one would wish for in a classic limousine. Over 40,000.00$ investedPictures on request Buyer responsible for vehicle pickup or shipping. GatewayClassicCars 163K subscribers Subscribe 3.2K views 1 year ago Gateway Classic Cars of Atlanta is proud to offer this 1982 Checker Marathon for. Year. 1973 Other Makes Checker Marathon Additional Info: 1973 Checker Marathon. $22,500 or best offer. The parts alone are rare and worth more than my selling price. Classic Car Marketing, Inc. Southern Californias premier marketing company is pleased to introduce this new listing offered for sale by one of our clients.This 1970 Chevelle SS396 Convertible. Its a 1972 model, one of only more, When it comes to nice and slightly unusual wagons, this 1965 Checker Marathon Wagon probably fills both criteria. There were 15 sold in the last 5 years. The Checker Marathon is an automobile produced by the Checker Motors Corporation of Kalamazoo, Michigan, between 1961 and 1982. Probably tons and tons of more little stuff that I am forgetting, but if you have seen the tv show Fast N Loud you know what you are up against. The asking price is a mere fraction of what I've invested in and devoted to this vehicle over the last three years, and I believe it's a very fair asking price. I am also including the original rear window trim rubber with the metal insert, which is rare -- the rubber is rotted, but the insert could be reused -- new repros of this part sell for $200 on eBay. fantastic condition and is a real gem to have in our showroom as it MAKE SURE YOU WANT A PROJECT VEHICLE, OK? The car has the rare air conditioner option, which needs restored, as well, but is complete and rarely seen on 60's Checkers. Structurally, the body shows no significant signs of corrosion. Up for sale now, in our Houston showroom is this very unique and As were the brakes, lights, turn signals, etc. The last time I drove it above 45 mph the car shook a lot due to the tires, so they will need replaced, of course. Car also has the big truck type steering wheel before they started putting the GM units with the column ignition switch. Its listed for sale here on eBay and is located in Toledo, Ohio. The door jambs, door panels, trunk lid, hood and LS/RS front fenders, which are fiberglass, appear in good condition. Please Note The Follow . Wipers replaced All Hoses & Belts Valve Covers & Gaskets Oil&Filters Brake rotors turned & new ceramic pads/ Wheel bearings repacked. There is no rust on body of This one is shown in its original baby blue factory color paint that looks great. . (blows cool, not cold), power brakes, power steering, seat belts, Location. It has a factory Checker radio, but it does not work for some reason, not sure what is up with that. Now that weve narrowed down our All Collector Cars inventory based on your specific search criteria, we recommend that you use our robust filtering and sorting options to zero in even further on your dream vehicle. Not a rust bucket. The battery is dead, so you will need a new battery in addition to everything else that needs restoring. Passenger floor was see through so I cut it out and formed sheet metal to fit and riveted it down,took out the front seat and carpeted from front to back.Chromed the steel bumpers,grill and all light bevels. Has a lot of rust, see pics. September 1960 for the 1961 model year. In 1969 Checker introduced the Medicar, a special version of the Marathon designed to transport handicapped and non-ambulatory passengers. all in great shape, are comfortable, & looks cool. Are you looking to buy your dream classic car? It has been serviced by my transmission guy who runs a TH600 in his wheel standing 1992 Camaro Drag Racer. odo reads 35k miles, car has been lowered 4" front 3" rear, runs and drives great, roof and wheels were painted custom root beer metallic, the rest of the car was just prepped and clear coated to keep the original look, the floor pans were patched at some point in its life. Under the hood is the best part. The engine & trans are original to the car and Air conditioning, am/fm radio, radial tires, seatbelts, All 2727 listings from Gateway Classic Cars. Use Classics on Autotrader' intuitive search tools to find the best classic car, muscle car, project car, classic truck, or hot rod. No text messages please! Whether you want to order online, or visit a local store for Checker parts, Advance Auto can help you keep your Checker running. Along the way, we heard lots and lots of stories about a Checker in people's lives. Options on this car include; AC I have priced it dirt cheap. With chrome grill and bumpers, light bezels, slick black paint, Audiobahn stero system and Ostrich Bar. Odometer shows 30,000 or so miles, which is probably 130,000 and rolled over, of course, it looks more like a couple million, doesn't it??!! the car to be found, the trouble spots on these cars do not show The car how would you look in 50 years?? ASI Interiors, made famous by the show Fast & Loud along with Versace inlaid door panels crafted this black ostrich leather interior with red piping; make this Medicar a one of a kind! Also, the 1969 still features the chrome bumpers and grille, before they started to cheap out and put the gray truck bumpers and grille in the early 70's. Checker was professionally restored 3 yrs ago. This I had driven a 1964 Checker when I was in high school, so it was definitely a drive down memory lane. You should ask all questions prior to bidding, and if youre able to come see the car in person, I encourage you (or your agent) to do so. Normal 0 0 1 437 2493 20 4 3061 11.1539 0 0 0 PLEASE NOTE: IN ADDITION TO THE 24 PHOTOS ABOVE, THERE ARE MORE PHOTOS AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS LISTING!Up for bids is my 1980 Checker Marathon. If you know anything about Checkers, then youll know that they are susceptible to rust along the top of the fenders. In. They performed a check of body filler thickness across the body, and found little evidence of any filler material which is a positive sign of the condition of the body metal beneath the paint. Bid for the chance to own a 1970 Checker Marathon A12 Wagon at auction with Bring a Trailer, the home of the best vintage and classic cars online. You may want to consider refurbishing them at some point. Runs and is tagged. But Checker also sold a more, If youve ever been to New York City or some other major metro area, chances are youve ridden in a Checker cab at least once. Restoration was completed about 15 years ago, including rebuilding the e. drag-slide thumbnails for quick selection. This 66' is in The Checker Marathon was produced for more than 20 years across three decades. If you buy it, you take it home and deal with it. Mileage. The #1 classified website to find classic cars, muscle cars, classic trucks, and more! Only sedans and wagons were available, and this 1960 version of the latter may be one more, Getting picked up in this 1982 Checker Marathon taxi and telling the driver to Step on it could render a unique car hire service experience. The company continued operations for an additional 27 years producing body stampings for General Motors, Ford, and Chrysler, until January 2009, when it entered bankruptcy liquidation as a result of the downturn in the USA auto industry. Ive personally driven it just over 20,000 miles, and have not hesitated to do whatever work is needed to make it a safe and reliable car. Texas Checkers For Sale Note: If you are interested in buying any of these Checkers, please contact George Laszlo at glaszlo@nyc.rr.com or via Messenger on our Checker World Facebook page. Marathon. 1979 Checker Marathon Taxi (Clone) This 1979 Checker (brown) started out life as a (Winkoff limo) in Florida. I've enjoyed owning it and had some fun driving it around. 40,000+ classic cars for sale right now. more, Arizona 8-Seater: 1972 Checker Marathon A11, 1 Of 45: 1972 Checker Marathon 50th Anniversary, Recently Refurbished: 1965 Checker Marathon Wagon. Classics on Autotrader is your one-stop shop for the best classic cars, muscle cars, project cars, exotics, hot rods, classic trucks, and old cars for sale. . Most of them ended up serving in the taxicab industry, with limited sales to John Q. Like the guy whose Dad ripped the door off one in front of the Waldorf in NYC after the taxi driver had insulted his mother. . 1981 Yellow Checker Taxi cab V/6 cylinder engine with automatic transmission. In fact, if you have read all this rambling, YOU MUST REALLY WANT A CHECKER BADLY. Engine. He will put you in touch with the seller. Rebuilt transmission and all hydraulic brake components replaced recently. Paint, body work, etc. This is a genuine more, Weve featured a few 8-door Checker Aerobuses here on Barn Finds over the years. Please note that the car is sold as-is, where is, and there are no expressed nor implied warranties. The Checker Marathon was a family of cars that was introduced for the 1961 model year. $22,500 or best offer. The underside of the car is solid.I also have some additional parts and literature that go with the car -- another grille, two more sets of hubcaps, a new master cylinder, the original 1980 GM steering wheel, a shop manual, receipts for much of the work, and a few other bits. That is a pretty good feat for a brand new car, let alone a 1969 vehicle. has new bumpers on the front & rear. In 2016 The Journal, brought to you by ClassicCars.com, was celebrated as the SECOND MOST INFLUENTIAL automotive blog in the world by NFC Performance. Concord, NC. Not a rust bucket. The downside: Like many Checkers, the frame is considered to be in poor condition, and has significant corrosion. The car also has a new front windshield, rear window, & 2002. It is a BIG project, but think what you will have when you are finished! Most of them ended up serving in the taxicab industry, with limited sales to John Q. See Results. Checker Marathon Motorcycles for sale 1-10 of 10 Alert for new Listings Sort By Other Makes : Checker Marathon Checker Marathon 1980 $8,000 Alexandria, Virginia Year 1980 Make Other Makes Model Checker Category - Engine - Posted Over 1 Month Classic New York Taxi body - but made for private use. The paint is thick and is doing an adequate job of protecting the metal. AC. Classic Checker Marathon For Sale 1982 Checker Marathon Price $8,750 1980 Checker Marathon Price $15,000 1963 Checker Marathon Price . Rear passenger side door won't open for some reason, it did when I bought the car. Please Note The Following **Vehicle Location is at our clients home and Not In Engine: V6 The Checker Marathon was a family of cars that was introduced for the 1961 model year. 1972 Checker Marathon 50th AnniversaryModel One of 45 50th Anniversary models built out of 6,000 total Checkers for 1972 Same owner for the past 45 years and garage-kept for the last 40 years! a nice quality ride. The doors open & The ride is smooth, she runs great with a strong GM 350 V-8 engine and Turbo 400 transmission, is built like a tank and draws a crowd wherever she goes. Public. Call Bruce at show contact info (cell). The car has been repainted You will need to pick it up with your trailer and winch or flatbed truck. Checker. You know, there is a lot of little quirks to deal with along with the more major restoration items. . Car is located in Como, Mississippi on Interstate 55 about 45 minutes south of Memphis. Looking like something that would have been at home in the Beatles movie Help, is more, The Checker Marathon was produced for more than 20 years across three decades. 292 V8 Engine with 3-Speed Manual Transmission. The engine starts right up and is healthy throughout The good Professional Restoration 3 years ago - doors, fenders, and glass off restoration Factory Rebuilt 229 V6 with Holley 4 barrel and rebuilt Turbo 400 automatic transmission New brakes - all new hydraulic components and disc pads New carpets and reupholstered seats Had rust in the front floor pans due to leaky windshield - repaired and solid Heater core is leaking - needs to be repaired - currently disconnected This is a great looking car but it is not a show car. 11 used Checker Marathon cars for sale from $1,000. info@gocars.org, This vehicle is no longer available for sale, Now available at our Dallas-Ft.Worth Showroom location is this unique and rare 1970 Checker Marathon-Medicar! I even came in 2nd in a local car show. Classic New York Taxi body - but made for private use. reserved. AC. The interior is in excellent condition and has ClassicCars.com's first-class Customer Support team with a Stevie Bronze Award in 2019, celebrating the team's skills as exemplary customer support specialists. . California consumers may exercise their CCPA rights here. 1969 Checker Aerobus Limousine. Gas tank has a small leak in the bottom, so all the gas drains out, so that will need to be addressed. Replacement systems readily available. Designed to run 500,000 miles, this car only has 133,500 original miles on it. The average value for this vehicle is: $9,486* according to See Hagerty. Full payment by Certified Bank Check/Wire transfer only. Rear Shocks / U bolts replaced- Gas Tank Replaced with Safer 20 gallon unit - New Tires LT rated LT 215 / 75/ R15 Yokohama- New Battery - Vinyl Roof - Interior Head Liner ( Acoustic Foam)- Dash Board (carbon fiber look Vinyl)- Taxi Meter & RED FLAG (Reproduction non - working)- Interior rear seat panels recovered.- New Door & Trunk Locks- Trunk Gasket replaced- All Door gaskets replaced- A/C is being serviced this week and upgraded to R134.
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