close with ease. $14,995. The other glass is all good. 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! Has a lot of rust, see pics. Year. the car to be found, the trouble spots on these cars do not show no dent or scratches. Call Bruce at show contact info (cell). Along the way, we heard lots and lots of stories about a Checker in people's lives. The most obvious thing is the rust/rot/corrosion everywhere that Checkers are known for. cranks work as they should. It is a cool old car. The car has been repainted 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). There is plenty of potential with this cool old car. 1955 Ford T-Bird in excellent condition. It was marketed as a passenger car for consumers, as opposed to the similar Taxi, which was aimed at fleet buyers. The car has the rare air conditioner option, which needs restored, as well, but is complete and rarely seen on 60's Checkers. 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. TX 1969 Checker Marathon . #140Palm Harbor, FL 34685. rare 1966 Checker Marathon! Replacement systems readily available. Location. Under the hood is the best part. The drag racers love this unit because it has over-driving CLUTCHs , that made shifts smooth and seamless. Sounds good to me! Learn more. It also has a great Alpine stereo unit with an iPod connection and three Pioneer rear speakers (plus two box speakers under the front seat), and a recently installed Kicker Hideaway powered subwoofer. information on this 1966 Checker Marathon Deluxe call the Houston Please Note The Follow . A12W8M Frame off restoration completed in 2000. Find a second hand Checker Marathon now on Trovit. Trans: 3 Speed Overdrive Manual. The paint is thick and is doing an adequate job of protecting the metal. Runs great. Starts every time. Project car. I do have the horn ring and the original Checker horn button, which I am including, along with the V8 fender badges, which are a rare part in and of themselves. or scuffs to be mentioned. Thanks for looking, Jeff. This classic was driven by my daughter as a daily driver and was. The battery is dead, so you will need a new battery in addition to everything else that needs restoring. And since we drove through Kalamazoo on the way home, we got a lot of attention in the town that built the car. Showroom at 832-243-6220 or email. Looking at the interior, you will see the ORIGINAL interior. Are you looking to buy your dream classic car? Specifically, the left side front shock/spring tower is damaged and near failure. has new bumpers on the front & rear. The A11 "Taxicab" was produced by Checker Motors Corp., Kalamazoo MI from 1962 to 1982; about 90% of production was for taxi and other fleetsThis car was bought new in Atlanta and always a private vehicle, not a taxi; originally had a Chevy 305Had 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! I believe we are the third owners of the car, as it has been relayed to me. In. Click below to find your next car. runs and drives good but smokes a little at start up. Marathon. This classic was driven by my daughter as a daily driver and was meticulously maintained for her safety. I can help out at this end to make life easier for you, but you need to take care of all the arrangements and cost. Most of them were built for fleet buyers, and many of those were taxicabs. A12W8M Frame off restoration completed in 2000. Location. SmartCycleGuide New York, NY - All rights If you are the lucky winner, you are responsible for picking it up in Charlottesville, VA, or arranging pickup and shipping. Favorites; Log in; Trovit. 1972 Checker Marathon 50th Anniversary Model Fenton, Missouri, United States 250 CID inline 6 Automatic 5676 1972 1977 Checker Marathon Deluxe Sedan 4-Door 5.0L Bethany, Connecticut, United States 5.0L 305Cu. 1976 Checker Marathon 4-door Sedan - bright red - 6 cyl engine - automatic transmission - jump seats - body recently refurbished - excellent condition. 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. I also have all the service records performed on the car since new, which I will hand the new owner as well as the original owners manual. role for decades as a New York City taxi cab. You will need to pick it up with your trailer and winch or flatbed truck. This vehicle is no longer available for sale on ClassicCars.com. Besides the rust, the body lines are pretty straight. Car rolls OK. Serious buyers only, please. I say this because there is a high failure rate with eBay car sales in general and especially project cars. Most original parts are included. have not been rebuilt as the car only has 56k original miles!! The A11 "Taxicab" was produced by Checker Motors Corp., Kalamazoo MI from 1962 to 1982; about 90% of production was for taxi and other fleetsThis car was bought new in Atlanta and always a private vehicle, not a taxi; originally had a Chevy 305Had 1978 Checker Sedan Like a Yellow cab/Taxi - - by in KINGMAN, AZ, 1972 Checker Marathon 50th Anniversary in Saint Louis, MO. CC-1645973. 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. The body and metal trim is not perfect it does have some issues here and there, and Ive shown a few of them in the photos. No text messages please! the power band and the transmission shifts smooth and gives the car Here we have for auction a 1967 Checker Marathon Stationwagon. Find Checker Marathon Classics for sale by classic car dealers and private sellers near you Filter Results Location (0) Make: Checker Model: Marathon Clear Filters Showing 1 - 3 of 3 results Featured Seller 1 40 1968 Ford Mustang 87,988 mi $ 29,500 or $428 /mo Classic cars for sale in the most trusted collector car marketplace in the world. original 283 CiD short block that is paired to a 3-speed automatic Payment methods accepted: Cashier's check/USPS money order. . The main frame channel beams have been repaired in the past, but the overall integrity of the frame is in question. I've seen Checker show cars in the $15-25K range as you can imagine, again think Fast N Loud.. Again, for Pete's sake, no cry babies. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated automatic 143,824 1977 1976 Checker Marathon - Restored Show Stopper These have been temporarily saved. As were the brakes, lights, turn signals, etc. The window For more information, please call 817-310-9400 or email Dallas@GatewayClassicCars.com. If thats the case are four doors then preferred over eight? Model These cars are a great deal for null shoppers. a nice quality ride. 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. In this case, its a 1949 Checker A3 more, The Marathon was the mainstay of Checker Motors out of Kalamazoo, Michigan between 1961-82. We use cookies and browser activity to improve your experience, personalize content and ads, and analyze how our sites are used. In. Anniversary Gold exterior (code 1092) with full black 1969 Checker Aerobus Limousine. 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. AC. There were 15 sold in the last 5 years. 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 CAR DOES NOT RUN. There are no other / Taxi for sale across all model years (1961 to 1982) and no 1982 Checker Marathon / Taxi right now. . Whether you want to order online, or visit a local store for Checker parts, Advance Auto can help you keep your Checker running. With chrome grill and bumpers, light bezels, slick black paint, Audiobahn stero system and Ostrich Bar. Title. Somethings are best left alone. The restoration involved removal of doors, fenders hood, trunk and glass. 1981 Yellow Checker Taxi cab V/6 cylinder engine with automatic transmission. 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 paint quality is good, with no dings, dents, This is a private Checker car. is a true survivor car. Seats 9. PAYPAL ONLY. Search Sell a Car Find Dealers Join our Dealers Auction Central Resources Journal AutoHunter. Chrome bumpers are worth money. Genuine 1969 Checker Marathon Sedan made in Kalamazoo, Michigan. The Checker Marathon is an automobile produced by the Checker Motors Corporation of Kalamazoo, Michigan, between 1961 and 1982. In. A Chevy 400 cid (365 HP) Holly 4 Barrel. The chrome bumpers, trim, grill, & door 1969 Other Makes Additional Info: up for bid is a one owner, custom checker marathon, 6cyl 3 speed manual. A Nebraska traveling doctor traveling from town to town providing medical services to needy patients originally purchased this Medicar. re-chromed. Structurally, the body shows no significant signs of corrosion. DON'T BID and change your mind. Did I mention it has a LOT OF RUST. Marathons were produced in both four-door sedan and four-door station wagon forms, and the rare eight-door, 12-seater Aerobus wagon. More Other Makes classic cars for sale. $2500.00. I HATE a cry baby. The Stevie Awards, the world's premier business awards recognized It sounds great.The interior door panels are in decent original shape, but they are among the few interior features that I chose not to replace at the time I had the interior work done (I have included a photo of one of the door panels to give you an idea of their present overall condition). Surprisingly to me, the bidding has more, Nearly every automobile enthusiast recognizes the shape of a Checker Marathon. 4 doors Borg-Warner heavy duty automatic transmission. Black 1970 Checker Marathon for sale located in DFW Airport, Texas - $22,995 (ClassicCars.com ID CC-1166179). The original owner lived in Michigan, then Florida, and sold the car to the owner I bought it from. Call Bruce at show contact info (cell). Ready to enjoy. You may want to consider refurbishing them at some point. 1981 was the last year the Checker Motor Company made this iconic automobile. How about a father and son project? I think you can do a quickie fix with epoxy that will get you by, or you may want to swap out the tank. You know, there is a lot of little quirks to deal with along with the more major restoration items. From the factory this car has a 350 Chevrolet small block engine combined with an automati 1965 Checker Taxi Cab YELLOW original Chevy V/8, auto trans, power steering. The paint is in terrible condition, needs repainted. 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, The car ran and drove 10 years ago but has been sitting in the yard since then. By proceeding, you accept the use of cookies. 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. Fill in your e-mail to receive daily notifications every time a vehicle is uploaded that matches: We use cookies to understand how you use our site and to improve your experience. 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. Classic New York Taxi body - but made for private use. It had rust in the usual places but I sanded out rust and repainted everything except the top. Call Charlie Fetzer 904-716-7364 vin #ICMTS4126BK000848. It has a factory Checker radio, but it does not work for some reason, not sure what is up with that. Transmission was fine when the car was parked. all in great shape, are comfortable, & looks cool. AC. The price of the car just gets your foot in the door and the sky is the limit and what you can do with a cool old car like this. T/M. MORE PHOTO's WILL FOLLOW> thebigyellowtaxi.com Website is also available to the purchaser who wishes to use the Taxi as a Wedding Limo Business. The car looks beautiful, though, and is a head turner! Call Bruce at show contact info (cell). 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. drag-slide thumbnails for quick selection. not a perfect . Both rear fenders have rust bubbles there, but I do have an NOS left rear fender that you can have painted and replace the one thats on there now (if you paint both sides of the fender, it should eliminate the likelihood of it happening again). Major work on the car includes a new radiator (Oct. 2014 - locally-made custom tanks, custom-made high-efficiency core by Detroit Radiator Corp -- not cheap! The Checker Marathon was produced for more than 20 years across three decades. A non-refundable $500 deposit is due within 48 hours of the sale, and payment in full within 7 days. 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. . This prestigious accolade represents the continued growth of the company, and ClassicCars.com's dominance as the world's largest online marketplace for 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. 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. Charles Town, West Virginia, United States, 5.0L 305Cu. 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! Are you looking to buy your dream classic car? 292 V8 Engine with 3-Speed Manual Transmission. Gas tank has a small leak in the bottom, so all the gas drains out, so that will need to be addressed. Trunk has holes, too, yep, yep. There is no rust on body of All refurbished. It is a rust bucket. 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. Save Search. factory color paint that looks great. There are no other / Taxi for sale across all model years (1961 to 1982) and no 1972 Checker Marathon / Taxi right now. 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. X. x. The Marathon was a rear wheel drive car that was mainly available as a four door sedan or five door station wagon, although a rare eight door wagon known as the Aerobus was also built. Forsale is ourbeautiful 1981 Checker Marathon in great condition. Designed to run 500,000 miles, this car only has 133,500 original miles on it. 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. fantastic condition and is a real gem to have in our showroom as it transmission. Has the rare and sought after Chevy 327 V8 engine. Don't buy and tell me there is rust. I've enjoyed owning it and had some fun driving it around. Use Classics on Autotrader' intuitive search tools to find the best classic car, muscle car, project car, classic truck, or hot rod. 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. $9,508 THIS VEHICLE IS LISTED BY View Dealer Page Gateway Classic Cars 1237 Central Park Dr. O'Fallon, IL 62269 United States Show Telephone Number All Photos: Total (105) Video Vehicle Location Add to Favorites Tweet MORE ON GOCARS V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated, 3.8L 3769CC 230Cu. The NYC Medallion (4Y44) was added during my restoration. 1978 Checker Sedan Like a Yellow cab/Taxi - - by in KINGMAN, AZ, 1972 Checker Marathon 50th Anniversary in Saint Louis, MO. In 1969 Checker introduced the Medicar, a special version of the Marathon designed to transport handicapped and non-ambulatory passengers. 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. At first blush, its obvious that its hardly in what would be considered an more, Sometimes, a listing just demands more details than the seller offers. 1976 Checker car. Vehicle MUST be picked up within 7 days from the date that your payment clears. The interior is in excellent condition and has 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. All refurbished. There were 15 sold in the last 5 years. The downside: Like many Checkers, the frame is considered to be in poor condition, and has significant corrosion. For more 11 used Checker Marathon cars. The interior is in good condition, with the exception of the headliner, which needs to be replaced. Mileage: 551. 36181 East Lake Rd. You will need to pick it up or arrange a carrier. Please Note The Following **Vehicle Location is at our clients home and Not In Cadi Engine: Not Available The car was produced by the See Results. The Checker Marathon was a family of cars that was introduced for the 1961 model year. The doors open & . 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. More Other Makes classic cars for sale. I was going to correct that mistake during the restoration but did not have the heart to ruin the wonderful Crackle and Patina. This one is shown in its original baby blue factory color paint that looks great. The V8 badges are rare and worth $100. A set of wheel covers is listed on eBay for $150 used. In most cases, its because vital details are missing, but in this instance, we just want to know how this project came into existence. 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. Payment can be made in person with cash, or you may FedEx me a check. By more, Taxi!! We empower classic and exotic car buyers, sellers, and enthusiasts with insights for the collector car industry - including market values, price comparisons, listing alerts and more. Buy with confidence my 17th year on eBay, people seem to like my stuff! This 66' is in I will entertain reasonable offers, but those seeking 'bargain basement' deals will be politely ignored. I want to avoid and problems on the front end and avoid having to relist the car for sale. View now on classiccarsbay.com . 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! Houston, TX 5 years at classiccars.com 3 29,950 1972 Checker Aerobus A128W gasoline black manual Up for sale now, in our Houston showroom is this very unique and If you buy it, you take it home and deal with it. 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. These cars were built like tanks and had more more Jan 5, 2021 For Sale 26 Comments Never A Taxi: 1975 Checker Marathon Seats 9. The car 1981 Checker Marathon. And they would become quite prolific in the 1960s and 1970s in big cities like Chicago and New York. 1970 Checker Marathon This vehicle is no longer available for sale $22,995 Approx. 2016, 2017 and 2018. Checker. tail lights on each side give the car a unique appearance. Seats 9. We use cookies and browser activity to improve your experience, personalize content and ads, and analyze how our sites are used. Has new tires and gas tank. Ask any questions, I am happy to answer them. From the factory it is powered by the king of Hot Rod engines, Chevrolet small block 350 V8! Classic Checker Marathon For Sale 1982 Checker Marathon Price $8,750 1980 Checker Marathon Price $15,000 1963 Checker Marathon Price . No text messages please! 11 used Checker Marathon cars for sale from $1,000. The Marathon was a rear wheel drive car that was main. Rebuilt transmission and all hydraulic brake components replaced recently. Don't buy it and tell me this doesn't work and that doesn't work -- I've already covered it -- I said it needs total restoration. The WEBSITE is #1 on Google and Yahoo search engines . 1967 Plymouth Satellite Unknown. The following has been done to the Taxi since February. Buyer is responsible for scheduling and pick up of vehicle. Mileage. . 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. The final Marathon was manufactured in 1982, when Checker exited the automobile manufacturing business. Please note that the car is sold as-is, where is, and there are no expressed nor implied warranties. Please read the ENTIRE description before clicking the BUY IT NOW. 40,000+ classic cars for sale right now. Looks much nicer, in my opinion. Accept Paypal for Deposit. Most of them ended up serving in the taxicab industry, with limited sales to John Q. Less than 100 miles on rebuilt transmission. 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! Sort by Price, Make, Year, Mileage or distance, and reverse sort to view low-to-high vs. the default high-to-low. Location. Lot #61,932. 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. Options on this car include; AC From the factory this car has a 350 Chevrolet small block engine combined with an automati 1976 Checker car. Thee AC units were removed. I had driven a 1964 Checker when I was in high school, so it was definitely a drive down memory lane. A hood emblem is currently on eBay for $125. I'm selling this vehicle as is, where is. AC. Overall, this is a solid, good-running and good-looking car thats ready to enjoy now. 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. There is about a 3-foot space between the front & buying and selling classic and collector vehicles. 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. It has been serviced by my transmission guy who runs a TH600 in his wheel standing 1992 Camaro Drag Racer. The door jambs, door panels, trunk lid, hood and LS/RS front fenders, which are fiberglass, appear in good condition. This rare car is actually a real live SLEEPER! Restoration was completed about 15 years ago, including rebuilding the e. Please Note The Following **Vehicle Location is at our clients home and Not In Engine: V6 Concord, NC. Receive the latest car listings by email. Restored-Original. T/M. California consumers may exercise their CCPA rights here. Stock #1832 1982 Checker Marathon For Sale! 1965 Checker Taxi Cab YELLOW original Chevy V/8, auto trans, power steering. These have been temporarily saved. Please set an alert if you would like to be notified as soon as similar vehicles become available. 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. Study the pics, plenty of rust to deal with. Sign in now to prevent your Saved Listings from expiring. We had it looked over by a Classic Auto Restore Shop, who did a thorough going over. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette Base. September 1960 for the 1961 model year. Somewhat rare car IN NEED OF TOTAL RESTORATION. Search. From the seller's description: This Sedan is factory equipped with air conditioning, power steering and power locks. Year. Cosmetically, it has had much work done. Its listed for sale here on eBay and is located in Toledo, Ohio. +1-480-696-7400 1973 Checker Marathon Frame up restoration.93,300 milesTires have less than 1,000 miles. within the last few years and it still looks great. 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. I grew up in Ohio and have seen and driven many "rust buckets", so rust doesn't scare me -- it can be fixed if you want to spend the time, money and effort. 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. Houston, Texas, United States . It just had an oil and filter change, as well as a lube, and it just had the thermostat, thermostat housing gasket, cap, rotor, coil and plugs replaced. Ive owned it for just over three years (clear Maryland title in my name), and have had extensive mechanical and cosmetic work done to it during this time. 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. 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. The Superba was the consumer version of the Checker Marathon, which was largely sold as fleet purchases to taxi-cab services and the like. how would you look in 50 years?? Mileage. For the last several years the car has sat and hasn't been started for about 6 years, mostly due to life getting in the way. Selling car because we don't drive it very often. Like I say, the car has sat for 6 years and has been neglected. These cars were built like tanks and had more passenger room inside than just about anything else on the road. 1976 CHECKER in Monroe, GA 1976 Checker car. All dash equipment works as it should. Front floorboards are rusted clear through as you can see in the pics. This is a private Checker car. It is a project, a hobby, and should be a lot of fun.

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