1954 Plymouth Savoy
2025.0039.0001, Generously donated by Jeff & Angie Chattin and Alex Schwarz of Canton, GA
Engine: 230 cu. in. (3.8L) Cast-iron block, L-head 6
Output: 110 HP @ 3,600 RPM
Transmission: 3-Speed Manual
Wheelbase: 114 in.
Overall Length: 193 in.
Weight: 3,036 lbs.
Top Speed: 90 MPH
No. Produced: 139,383
Original Price: $1,835
Manufacturer: Chrysler
In 1954, the Savoy name transitioned from a model to a series. Taking its place as Plymouth’s mid-priced car, it offered a bridge between the Plaza and the Belvedere. With the increased cost came more amenities such as fancier exterior trim and upgraded interior finishes. The car came with full-length body moldings, newly designed chrome gravel shield, and a bright metal windshield as opposed to black rubber. The Plymouth Savoy holds a special place in the heart of this museum.
During the museum’s developmental phase, a persistent conundrum arose. What name should the museum have? The answer came in the form of a rusted-out 1954 Plymouth Savoy with a tree growing out of the trunk! After the museum was finished, a visitor provided more information about the car. Her grandparents once owned the property where the museum is built. As a child, she and her family members traveled to Colorado to visit relatives. The car on display has the same color scheme as our namesake.