Clarkston Chrysler-Plymouth to Auction First Yellow Prowler
29 April 1998
Clarkston Chrysler-Plymouth to Auction First Yellow ProwlerChildren's Leukemia Foundation of Michigan to Share Benefit Proceeds CLARKST0N, Mich., April 29 -- The very first yellow Plymouth Prowler in Michigan will be auctioned by Clarkston Chrysler-Plymouth & Jeep-Eagle on Wednesday, May 6, 1998. The Children's Leukemia Foundation of Michigan will receive 10 percent of the sale price of the Prowler, Plymouth's high-tech interpretation of a 1950s hot rod. "The auction is scheduled to begin at 6:30 p.m.," said Chuck Fortinberry, Clarkston Chrysler-Plymouth & Jeep-Eagle President and Owner. "We encourage prospective bidders to preregister by calling us at 248-625-2635." The two-seat roadster is just the 21st bright yellow Prowler built. Fortinberry says that he has a list of 12 to 15 serious buyers for the car and another 15 people who have expressed an interest in it. The first limited edition Prowlers offered for sale in the fall of 1997 were purple. Although its styling is 1930s inspired, the Prowler features a modern 24-valve, fuel-injected V-6 engine, an "auto-stick" transmission for both automatic and manual shifting, fully independent suspension and an airbag supplemental restraint system. List price of the car is approximately $45,000, but Fortinberry has received offers of up to $65,000. He hopes for an even higher auction sale price. "My father died of leukemia in 1993," Fortinberry said. "The Children's Leukemia Foundation of Michigan is a charity that holds a special place in my heart, and I am very happy to be able to help its work." "We are thrilled that Chuck has chosen the Children's Leukemia Foundation of Michigan to benefit from this exciting opportunity," said Glenn Trevisan, Foundation Executive Director. "Chuck has been a valuable supporter and brings a special understanding of the work we do, having lost his father to leukemia. Of course, the proceeds we receive will help us continue our work to help families get through traumatic and difficult times in their lives as they battle the disease," Trevisan said. Clarkston Chrysler-Plymouth & Jeep-Eagle will serve refreshments during the auction, and Fortinberry is expecting Chrysler-Plymouth executives, local government officials and Children's Leukemia Foundation representatives in attendance. SOURCE Clarkston Chrysler-Plymouth & Jeep-Eagle