1940 Chrysler Windsor

For 1940, all Chrysler cars received a redesign and the Chrysler Six Series 25 was available as the entry-level Royal or the Windsor series, both with standard and long wheelbase versions. The six-cylinder L-head Gold Seal engine displaced 241.5 cubic inches and developed 108 horsepower. It was carried over from 1939, but it received a modest increase in horsepower. A three-speed synchromesh manual transmission and four-wheel Lockheed hydraulic brakes were standard equipment. Chrysler's Fluid Drive, which debuted in 1939, was available on eight-cylinder cars. All C-25 sixes had a conventional dry clutch and three-speed manual gearbox, but overdrive was optional, though rarely ordered.

For 1940, the Chrysler Six was given a larger fender with recessed headlamps, sealed beam headlights, model name on either side of the hood at the front, and a longer hood. Inside, there were 'Airfoam' seat cushions and dual sun visors. Other standard features included dual taillights, dual windshield wipers, and Solar Spark ignition. They had a Safety Signal Speedometer, which changed color with increasing speed.

The Windsor could be purchased with the Highlander package which had authentic Scotch plaid and moleskin leather upholstery.

For 1940, Chrysler re-introduced the Convertible after a one-year absence, and was only available in the Windsor line. Front-door wind wings were unique to the convertible.

by Daniel Vaughan | Sep 2020