where did all the nyc checker cabs go?

ive been looking for a retired new york city checker cab for a few years to restore...actually to build a hot rod. where did they all go. there were 1000s of them a few years ago...now there all gone? i find it hard to beleive theyve all been destroyed...they served the city loyaly for years...now its time to pay them respect. anyone know where i can find one? it has to be a legit retired nyc cab. rolling chassis.

Good luck finding one at a cheap price, the last one was retired in the late 90s I think around 98-99 and if I am not mistaken was sold at an auction for some crazy price.

Edit: Yep I was right, last checkered cab retired in 1999 and sold at Sothebys for US$134,500.00. I miss them, they really had a lot of room and with their jumpseats. The taxis now a days have no character. There is one still drving around in the city, but i do not believe its part of the Taxi fleet, but rather selfed own.

Anyway, you might want to check with the Checker Car Clubs (http://www.checkertaxistand.com/)and see if the members there know of any for sale. (I see there is one for 5K on their site) also check out the Featured Cab, pretty cool seeing an older checkered cab with high tech screens and that engine, wow. Anyway,
Good luck.

Anyway for those that don't know what a checkered cab is, is its the quinessential New York City icon.

Brief history of the Checkered Cab (http://www.filmcars.com/1969checker.html).

Complete History of the Checker (http://www.checkertaxistand.com/checker_history/)

TS out

it sucks...because you know that last cab went to some rich bastard who never even been in a cab (he or she has limos). i know somewhere theres some of these cabs sitting in a yard somewhere collecting rust. i bet theres a nyc cab co with a junker sitting in its lot somewhere looking to get it out of there to make room. i live in ct not far from nyc. and would be honored to give a loyal checker some "street level" justice...keep it true to original form with a dual exhaust and some nice wheels...and yes! drive it through nyc and the nyc suburbs where it could be appreciated by the people who loved it.

Did you try those sites I posted, maybe they have something.

TS out

i have a 1977 black and yellow checker cab that runs ive had it and driven it for over 1o years, i love it but it has to go. still looking to buy one?

i have a 1977 black and yellow checker cab that runs ive had it and driven it for over 1o years, i love it but it has to go. still looking to buy one?

If you are interested in pursuing this you might want to send the original poster a private message. They are on the site sporadically, and may miss seeing this thread, especially since they posted it more than 3 1/2 years ago.

I have a 1976 Checker Marathon that I must sell, much as it pains me......it has a great stereo, a rebuilt transmission, A BRAND NEW AIR CONDITIONER, and NO RUST. it has never used as a commercial cab...always a privately owned vechicle .....I am asking $7,000
I m in Saint Augustine , Florida

Hey,
I have a 1969 Checker Marthon rolling chassis for sale looks just like a NY Cabie! If you want to Hot Rod a Checker here's a 69 Checker 818-824-0778. "People don't find 69's", "checkers"
Call if your interested. :sunglasse

How much are you selling the cabie?

Hi folks,

I'm hoping I can get your support and help with a rather unique request. I'm packaging a short film to be shot in MONTANA and we are seeking a checkered cab as it plays a rather crucial role in the film.

The film is called BITTER COFFEE and focuses on the last three people on earth (A Veteran Taxi Driver, A Mortician, and A Drifter) as they try to survive the effects of a post-human apocalyptic phenomenon. We are planning on shooting in MONTANA in JULY 2011. The film has a very universal theme of regret and discusses various perspectives on the meaning of life and the significance of death.

We are currently raising funds for the film and it is an INDIE LOW BUDGET film that is intended for festivals like South By Southwest, Venice, London, Toronto. If possible we would like to raffle the car off after filming if purchased. If loaned we will invite you to the set and include you in the credits! We seek your collaboration and help in the making of this film and if you have any questions feel free to contact me at contact@frostypalmstudios.com Thank you.

Producer, Bitter Coffee
Frosty Palm Studios
frostypalmstudios.com

I have a 1976 Checker Marathon that I must sell, much as it pains me......it has a great stereo, a rebuilt transmission, A BRAND NEW AIR CONDITIONER, and NO RUST. it has never used as a commercial cab...always a privately owned vechicle .....I am asking $7,000
I m in Saint Augustine , Florida
Hi folks,

I'm hoping I can get your support and help with a rather unique request. I'm packaging a short film to be shot in MONTANA and we are seeking a checkered cab as it plays a rather crucial role in the film.

The film is called BITTER COFFEE and focuses on the last three people on earth (A Veteran Taxi Driver, A Mortician, and A Drifter) as they try to survive the effects of a post-human apocalyptic phenomenon. We are planning on shooting in MONTANA in JULY 2011. The film has a very universal theme of regret and discusses various perspectives on the meaning of life and the significance of death.

We are currently raising funds for the film and it is an INDIE LOW BUDGET film that is intended for festivals like South By Southwest, Venice, London, Toronto. If possible we would like to raffle the car off after filming if purchased. If loaned we will invite you to the set and include you in the credits! We seek your collaboration and help in the making of this film and if you have any questions feel free to contact me at contact@frostypalmstudios.com Thank you.

Producer, Bitter Coffee
Frosty Palm Studios
frostypalmstudios.com

I am looking to purchase an NYC checker cab - if anyone is interested in selling please let me know!!

Well two of them went to me. One a 1964 marathon long wheel base, in need of body work,petrol pump,and gas tank fitting (now repaired).Needs fellow nutcase to bring back to life. The other a regular 1974 checker needs hood repainting and boot hindge welding. Both need new decals and titivating. Not used for a few years due to ill health. Call me on +447779977356.

Forgot to say im in Birmingham England