Checker Marathon 350 CID V-8 1982
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1982 Checker A12E Marathon Limousine
One of less than 2,000 built in 1982; the final year of production from Kalamazoo, MI
Dry Arizona car on Arizona title
350 CID V-8 engine with fuel injection
Dark Blue over Silver exterior with matching dark blue half-vinyl top
Cab Gray vinyl and velour interior
Turbo Hydramatic 400 three-speed automatic transmission and 2.72 rear end
Dual Frostemp air-conditioning, power steering, power brakes, power locks, tilt steering column
Padded half roof, opera lights and windows
Rear folding jump seats
New tires
Documentation includes original owners manual, instruction book for stereo, air-conditioning information, engine diagnostic chart and other, miscellaneous documents
Checker and luxury in the same sentence? Why, yes! Checker made more than taxicabs. Civilians could purchase the standard sedan without the yellow paint and fare box or buy a Marathon Limousine. We at MotoeXotica Classic Cars are pleased to present one of those Marathon Limos. This one was built in May 1982, just two months before production halted forever at the Kalamazoo, Michigan factory. The upgraded fuel injected 350 power plant makes this one hotrod limo like no other!
Finished in a striking dark blue over silver with a matching dark blue half-vinyl roof, the paint and trim are in overall very good order. The cars windows are clear and crack-free while its lights are haze-free and intact. The Checkers bodywork is straight and solid, its bumpers fit well to the body, the engine bay is tidy and the battery looks new. The cars half-vinyl roof, opera lights and opera windows are all in good order and add to the vehicles limousine theme.
The Checker rolls on Master Craft tires, 235/75R15 at all four corners. Each tire surrounds a vented aluminum wheel. The tires and wheels are in overall good order.
Underhood, an upgraded fuel injected 350 CID V-8 replaces the factory 267 CID V-8. The 350 appears similar to the engines found in Corvettes and Camaros in the late 1980s and early 1990, with the long, central intake plenum and finger-like intake runners and rear-mounted distributor. Bolted to this V-8 is a Turbo Hydramatic 400 three-speed automatic transmission and a 2.72:1 differential. Driver convenience features include Dual Frostemp air-conditioning, power steering, power disc/drum brakes, power locks and tilt steering column. The tilt column, gearshifter and ancillary stalks are also GM donors, they are similar to what was found on mid-1980s Monte Carlos and Malibus.
Inside, the Cab Gray velour seats and vinyl trim are in excellent condition, including the pair of jump seats in the rear. The matching gray carpet is in very good order. The inner door panels are in overall good order and they echo the rest of the interiors theme while the wood instrument panel, with its Checker gauges, is also in decent condition. Completing the interior is a Sony AM/FM stereo with CD player.
Documentation includes original owners manual, instruction book for stereo, air-conditioning information, engine diagnostic chart and other, miscellaneous documents.
Competition to this Checker in 1982 included Buicks Electra Park Avenue sedan, Cadillacs Sedan de Ville, Chrysler’s New Yorker Fifth Avenue, Mercury’s Grand Marquis LS, Oldsmobiles 98 Regency Brougham and Pontiacs Bonneville Brougham.
So, if youre looking for a new rolling conversation piece to take to a local car show or cruise night or a new way to take your entourage with you, you could stop by MotoeXotica Classic Cars and check out this Checker Limousine.
This car is currently located at our facility in St. Louis, Missouri. Current mileage on the odometer shows 35,352 miles. It is sold as is, where is, on a clean and clear, mileage exempt title. GET OUT AND DRIVE!!!
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VIN: 1CMTS4228CK001421
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1982 Checker Marathon 350 CID V-8 is listed såld on ClassicDigest in Fenton (St. Louis) by for Ej prissatt.
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Karosstyp : Personbil Märke : Checker Modell : Marathon Modellversion : 350 CID V-8 Motorvolym : 0.0 Årsmodell : 1982 Karosstyp : Sedan Läge : Fenton (St. Louis)
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He Checker Taxi cabs have a storied history deeply embedded in the American taxi industry. Here's an overview of the Checker Taxi cab story:Origins:
Checker Motors Corporation: The Checker Taxi cabs were produced by the Checker Motors Corporation, founded by Morris Markin in 1922. Originally, Checker primarily manufactured cars for use as taxis.
Iconic Design and Ruggedness:
Distinctive Appearance: Checker cabs are instantly recognizable by their boxy design, spacious interiors, and prominent checkerboard stripes.
Durability: Known for their durability and ruggedness, Checker cabs were designed to withstand the rigors of city driving and heavy use in taxi service.
Dominance in Taxi Market:
Popularity: Checker cabs became a staple of the American taxi industry, especially in cities like New York and Chicago, due to their reliability and practicality.
Longevity: Some Checker cabs remained in service for decades, which contributed to their reputation for durability.
Changes in the Industry:
Decline: As the automotive industry evolved and regulations changed, the Checker Taxi cabs began to face challenges. The fuel crisis of the 1970s and the shift towards smaller, more fuel-efficient vehicles impacted their popularity.
Production Ceases: Checker Motors Corporation ceased manufacturing automobiles in 1982, marking the end of the iconic Checker Taxi production.
Cultural Significance:
Cultural Icon: Checker cabs have attained a cultural icon status, featuring prominently in movies, television shows, and as symbols of city life in the United States.
Nostalgia: The Checker Taxi cabs evoke nostalgia for a bygone era and remain a symbol of traditional American taxi transportation.
Legacy:
Collector's Items: Some Checker cabs have become sought-after collector's items due to their iconic status and historical significance in the taxi industry.
Enduring Reputation: Despite no longer being in production, Checker cabs remain remembered and celebrated for their robustness, spaciousness, and their impact on the taxi industry.
The Checker Taxi cabs, although no longer in production, have left an enduring mark on American culture and the taxi industry. Their ruggedness, iconic design, and widespread use in cities across the country solidified their place as an integral part of transportation history.