RobertKB Posted March 11, 2021 Report Share Posted March 11, 2021 (edited) It was/is an unusual winter for us in southern Alberta, Canada. I’ve driven my ‘48 Dodge club coupe every month over the winter and posted about it on this forum. However, I felt it was time to get the ‘53 Plymouth Belvedere out of its corner of the garage where it was parked for the winter. Today was its first run of 2021. It fired instantly after being primed and ran like I shut it off yesterday, not five months ago. I’ve owned if since 1975. It’s a survivor including original paint. It has 102,029 miles as of being shut off today. Only had rings and a burnt valve replaced about 30,000 miles ago. Of my three old Mopars, this is my favourite. It is just such a sweet car to own and drive. Edited March 12, 2021 by RobertKB 11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Worden18 Posted March 12, 2021 Report Share Posted March 12, 2021 I love that car. There's a simpleness to it that's somehow calming. Congrats on getting it out, and thanks for sharing ? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keithb7 Posted March 12, 2021 Report Share Posted March 12, 2021 Nice clean example of the early 50's Mopar. Was it built in Detroit or Windsor? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobertKB Posted March 12, 2021 Author Report Share Posted March 12, 2021 (edited) Definitely a Canadian car so built in Windsor. It has the 25” engine and the four door Belvedere was only available in Canada. They were the only ‘53 Plymouths with the stainless trim on the front doors. Edited March 12, 2021 by RobertKB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keithb7 Posted March 12, 2021 Report Share Posted March 12, 2021 Do tell us more! Model P24? 228 engine? 3 ⅜ x 4 1/4? Manual 3 on the tree? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobertKB Posted March 12, 2021 Author Report Share Posted March 12, 2021 (edited) 16 hours ago, keithb7 said: Do tell us more! Model P24? 228 engine? 3 ⅜ x 4 1/4? Manual 3 on the tree? Yes to all. Actually a P24-3 which indicates Belvedere. Got the fancy steering wheel, two-tone factory paint, full wheel covers, backup lights, factory carpet throughout, and lots of stainless trim cheaper models didn’t have or only had some of it. Edited March 12, 2021 by RobertKB 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saskwatch Posted March 12, 2021 Report Share Posted March 12, 2021 I enjoy reading & learning from resolved problems that are posted here. But it is a breath of fresh air to have post’s as this , to read of an original car, it’s factory accessories, it’s specifications, that it is being enjoyed & driven in the month of March , in Canada , without a cloud in the sky!! Thank you for posting Robert, Two thumbs up ? ? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JBNeal Posted March 12, 2021 Report Share Posted March 12, 2021 That's one fine looking buggy...that paint job really pops 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobertKB Posted March 12, 2021 Author Report Share Posted March 12, 2021 (edited) 5 hours ago, JBNeal said: That's one fine looking buggy...that paint job really pops Thanks! The paint, because it’s original, does have gravel rash and a few scratches. However, I’ll never be the one to repaint it and hopefully the next owner will also appreciate its originality. I did replace a badly torn headliner and the original factory front carpet which was badly worn. Front seat needs re-upholstery, hence the seat covers. Rest of the interior is all original. Edited March 12, 2021 by RobertKB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Reddie Posted March 12, 2021 Report Share Posted March 12, 2021 Robert KB, Super looking Plymouth. I love the color scheme too and the area where you are driving is really picturesque. Thanks for posting the pics. John R 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keithb7 Posted March 13, 2021 Report Share Posted March 13, 2021 5 hours ago, RobertKB said: I did replace a badly torn headliner and the original factory front carpet which was badly worn. Front seat needs re-upholstery, hence the seat covers. Rest of the interior is all original. Its interesting how they all wear differently from car to car. It might be the painter that day went outside the formal guidelines, and mixed the paint a little different. Its lasted decades and held up really well. Yet the interior which is not exposed to elements, is worn out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobertKB Posted March 13, 2021 Author Report Share Posted March 13, 2021 (edited) You are right that each car has its own story. Only parts of the interior are worn out. Headliner had been butchered by a previous owner trying to put in rear speakers. Front carpet was worn out and the driver’s side of the front seat with someone’s butt in it for 100,000+ miles. Rear seat and all door panels are great. Paint on the dash and interior mouldings are near perfect. Exterior paint has stayed good because I wax it regularly. It has always lived inside since I’ve owned it. So, some is use, some abuse, and some maintenance. Edited March 13, 2021 by RobertKB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobertKB Posted March 14, 2021 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2021 (edited) One last picture taken this afternoon. I had the ‘53 out for a 40+ mile run today. Main reason I’m posting is to show the topography of where I live. The city I live in (Lethbridge, Alberta) and surrounding area is on the prairies, looking their worst at the moment but much better when green. Lots of farming and ranching. Above the car you can see the Rocky Mountains which are about 80 miles from where the car is sitting. It’s a beautiful part of the world. 60 miles south is the US border and Montana. Edited March 14, 2021 by RobertKB 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saskwatch Posted March 14, 2021 Report Share Posted March 14, 2021 This is a great picture, ...... the endless expanse of the prairie blue sky, majestic Rockies in the background with Mopar icing! ....that would have been an epic 40 mile “”Belvedere “ tour to say adios to winter. ?? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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