One of 618 built. The lineup expanded quickly during the 1920s, beginning with the addition of the top-level Imperial line form 1927-1928. This was Chrysler's 50th anniversary year and the final redesign of the full-size Imperial. Classifieds for 1960 to 1970 Chrysler Imperial. A split grille returned after one year's absence, inspired by the 1955 model's appearance, and the faux spare tire bulge atop the trunk lid became squared-off and stylized. Sales were likely to remain low, as image and appearance were an important part of luxury car appeal. Philco manufactured the Mopar 914HR starting in the fall of 1955 at its Sandusky Ohio plant, for Chrysler.[13][14][15]. "It is designed to appeal to the personal luxury car buyer seeking the highest level of prestige, advanced styling, engineering and special features, extended warranty, and VIP recognition in both the showroom and service areas."[41]. The 318 cu in (5.2 L) V8, was the only available engine. Click here to read Hemmings Motor News' Buyers Guide for the 1960-1963 Imperial. Limousine 4 portes 8 places en 16 exemplaires à $16000; Pour les quatre séries, le moteur est le même: V8 de 413,2cid de cylindrée développant 350cv à 4600t/mn. V8 4-bbl ... Crown: 4 Door Sedan: x: Crown: 4 Door Hardtop Southampton: x: Crown: 2 Door Hardtop Southampton: x: Crown: 2 Door Convertible: x: LeBaron: 4 Door Sedan: x: LeBaron: 4 Door Hardtop Southampton: x: Crown: 4 Door Ghia Limousine: x: USA. Imperial's secret was safe in 1960, for only the truly well-informed luxury car owner understood the advantages of Imperial ownership. This Imperial came to JC Auto Restoration with recent paint, upholstery, chrome plating work, and engine rebuild. A total of 11,569 1971 Imperials were produced. When I hit the road with hundreds of pounds of baggage, typewriters and testing equipment, I’m not out there just to have fun. 1962 also marked the closing of Imperial's dedicated assembly plant. The car has the Rare Swivel Bucket Seats and a 45 RPM Record Player! The idea was that an "executive" could turn around and do work while being driven to the office, or he could sit behind the driver and a secretary could take dictation in the rear-facing front seat. Exterior width reached a maximum of 81.7 in (2,075 mm) for 1961–1963, which remains the record for the widest non-limousine American car. McCahill observed in 1964: This is what I told them in California. Stayfast canvas, because of its thick center butyl rubber layer has the longest of all wear ratings. Saved by Scott Konshak Retro Cars Vintage Cars Antique Cars Chrysler Voyager Automobile Chrysler Cars Chrysler Imperial Pt Cruiser American Classic Cars The 1955 models are said to be inspired by Exner's own 1952 Chrysler Imperial Parade Phaeton show cars (which were themselves later updated to match the 1955-56 Imperials). After Lincoln downsized for 1961, this generation of Imperial had no real competitor for the title of largest car for the remainder of its decade-long lifespan. A total of 22,083 were produced, making it Imperial's third-best ever year. 1963 Imperial Imperial 4-Door Hardtop specifications, all versions. Pillarless hardtops, in both two and four-door configurations, received the Southampton designation. The 1973 model year saw new federal bumper standards to prevent damage. [55], Aside from the fs edition available for purchase by the public, Chrysler president Lee Iacocca commissioned a 1982 Imperial converted by ASC (American Sunroof Corporation) outside Detroit, Michigan, using the front doors from a 1979-81 Dodge St. Regis sedan into a limousine with a 36 in (910 mm) stretch, and presented it to Frank Sinatra as a gift. This is a Purple, White 1960 Chrysler Imperial Convertible in Milbank SD posted on Oodle Classifieds. McCahill had already become a loyal customer, buying a new Imperial yearly through 1962. Ended: Dec 14, 2020. [46][47] Unfortunately the fuel injection system proved troublesome and many 1981 models were retrofitted under warranty (or later on owner initiative) with carburetors.[43][48]. Chrysler had planned on discontinuing the Imperial at the end of the 1973 model year. It's a great automobile.[23]. However, the Imperial still used the wrap-around windshield that had been dropped by most other makes for entry and exit room when they almost all simultaneously downsized for 1961. Join millions of people using Oodle to find unique used cars for sale, certified pre-owned car listings, and new car classifieds. 65. 1960 CHRYSLER CROWN IMPERIAL CONVERTIBLE Sold for USD$32,175 2005 Barrett-Jackson - PALM BEACH 2005 : 1960 CHRYSLER IMPERIAL FOUR DOOR SEDAN Sold for USD$3,900 2002 Kruse Auction - Las Vegas, NV : 1960 CHRYSLER CROWN IMPERIAL Sold for USD$9,350 2001 Barrett-Jackson - Scottsdale 2001 : Vehicles That Failed To Sell 1960 Imperial Crown's that have appeared at auction … It has been rumored that this top had actually been overprinted on waste "Mod Top" patterned vinyl, which had been available on some 1969 and 1970 model year Dodge and Plymouth cars, but according to Jeffrey Godshall, a Chrysler designer and frequent contributor to the magazine Collectible Automobile, this was not the case. With the full effects of the 1973 oil crisis being solidly felt, a bad year for the U.S. economy (and the auto industry as well) was in place for 1974. Engines were 350 horsepower 413-cid V-8s; and all Imperials had power steering, power brakes, and power windows. Imperial Le Baron Four-Door Southamton . The new Imperial was a smaller, two-door only model sharing its wheelbase chassis with the second generation Chrysler Cordoba and Dodge Mirada. The lineup expanded quickly during the 1920s, beginning with the addition of the top-level Imperial line form 1927-1928. Although, at 226.3 inches, the 1960 Imperials were exactly the same length as the previous year, the whole body had been shifted forward, with a 2.1 inch reduction in the rear overhang, and a corresponding increase at the front. The concept originated with the 1966 Mobile Executive Show Car that was an Imperial Coupe fitted with a telephone, Dictaphone, writing table, typewriter, television, reading lamp, and stereo. The 1968 Imperial was little changed from the previous year. At that time, Exner was increasingly struggling with the Chrysler president and board. It was developed and produced by Chrysler and Philco and was a $150.00 "option" on the 1956 Imperial car models. Refinished in its Original Dawn Mauve color and reupholstered in White Leather Interior. [56] A similar Imperial limousine also built by ASC is also used in the 1984 movie Cannonball Run II driven by Burt Reynolds and Dom DeLuise, as well as the movies Sharky's Machine and Stick.[57]. The Cadillac Series 70 (models 70 and 75) is a full-size V8-powered series of cars that were produced by Cadillac from the 1930s to the 1980s. Join millions of people using Oodle to find unique used cars for sale, certified pre-owned car listings, and new car classifieds. 1960 Chrysler Imperial Crown Convertible - This car was restored to Show Quality by the previous owner. modèle. Jun 8, 2018 - This Pin was discovered by Gerhaltitude. This made the Imperial a rare sight in 1960: an elusive, exclusive work of craftsmanship that was set apart from its competitors by its very nature. Don't miss what's happening in your neighborhood. The Hemi engine with a displacement enlarged to 392 cu in (6.4 L) was standard for 1957-58.
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