Another French car on Market Meet? Yep, that’s right – this time it’s a Peugeot 403 wagon. This French estate appears be mostly complete and has lived most, if not all, of its 49 years in sunny California. Find it here for sale on eBay. Though it’s complete, it’s not a runner and will need some engine and interior work. Check out the photos and vintage literature below.
Like the ‘66 404 recently featured on Market Meet, the 403 body was styled by none other than Pininfarina. This one has an early Volvo Amazon/Nash Rambler vibe - somehow it works. Note that most of the essential trim is in its place. I like the sporty red line tires, they’d likely need to be replaced though.
Of course it has the coveted black plates. Where’s the handle for the rear door? Not sure – if the seller doesn’t have it, it could be a challenge acquiring another one. It’s also missing a brake light lens.
The front seat cover is dead. Also, it looks as if the car may have been resprayed red.
Yeah, it’s a hemi. When new, this hemispherical chambered, 1468cc, straight-4 produced a reliable 65hp. But this one is out of order and almost certainly will need a rebuild before she’ll run again. The seller also states that he has another engine of unknown vintage and running condition that comes with the car.
It needs lots of love, mechanical and interior work, but I still like it and think it’s a decent deal. The body should be California solid. And though he paint is dead, it has tons of character and I’d leave as is. I‘m a total sucker for wagons and would love to cruise this car to a local San Diego beach.
A 454 should fit.
Owned one win I was 16, 50+ Miles per gallon, room room room, 4 speed on the column, didn’t need to know how to repair, it didn’t require any. oil changes were easy, 385000 miles when it got hit. Wished I would have kept it. Never been a better car built.