Chrysler

Rare 1 of 10: 1965 Chrysler Imperial Stretch Limo

Chrysler redesigned its top-of-the-line automobile in 1964, the Imperial. Since 1955, it had been sold as its own brand, though that was still at Chrysler dealers and still using Chrysler hardware. The ‘65s were little changed and the seller’s… more»

One-Year-Only: Rust-Free 1979 Chrysler 300

Leaving the factory, most 1979 Chrysler 300s were Spinnaker White, but around 30 or so were said to have been painted Rallye Red. I don’t know if I’ve seen a red one, but, pool or pond, either color works… more»

Turbocharged Drop-Top: 1989 Chrysler LeBaron

Built from 1987 to 1995, the third generation of the Chrysler LeBaron was a personal luxury car produced on a modified version of the K-Car platform (the J-body). It was only offered as a coupe or convertible. The styling… more»

Survivor Sedan: 1969 Chrysler Newport

Silver SUV after silver SUV, followed by black SUVs and white SUVs. Has resale mania taken all the guts and glory out of vehicle buyers these days? It’s gotten to the point that some vehicle companies are barely even… more»

Drive it Home: 1960 Chrysler New Yorker Hardtop

Some people have a natural aversion to the cold, meaning it takes something pretty special to lure them away from their warm environment. Perhaps this 1960 Chrysler New Yorker Hardtop could be the ideal bait. It is an extraordinarily… more»

Johnny Fontaine Edition: 1981 Imperial By Chrysler

It’s bada bing time! Motorapido has discovered a listing for a 1981 Frank Sinatra edition Imperial. This version of Chrysler’s top-drawer Imperial brand is a pretty rare bird and possesses its own uniqueness – it’s certainly a worthwhile discovery…. more»

That New Car Smell! 1989 Chrysler TC By Maserati

Talk about a car that gets no respect. Chrysler’s Turbo Convertible by Maserati is near the top of that list. But every car has its fans, and if ever you were to be swayed into the TC’s court, this… more»

Turbo Convertible: 1985 Chrysler LeBaron

It’s fascinating to me to see the vehicles people put away for a rainy day, or more accurately, never drove in the rain. When such vehicles were new, there was a moment when the first owner, and possibly the… more»

Garage-Stored 19 Years: 1968 Chrysler Newport

Though the nameplate dated to the 1950s, the Newport was Chrysler’s “bread and butter” car throughout the 1960s. With a redesign in 1965 and a restyle in 1967, the Newport stayed the course in 1968. While Chrysler built more… more»

Fluid Drive Equipped: 1942 Chrysler New Yorker

You know a 1942 automotive anything isn’t too common considering that domestic auto manufacturers mostly ceased production at the beginning of the year and transformed themselves into military contractors necessary to meet the challenge imposed by American involvement in… more»

Anti-Mini Van! 1969 Chrysler Town & Country

Acres of glistening paint and perfect wood grain draw fans to this specimen of Chrysler’s top wagon, the Town & Country. This 1969 Chrysler Town & Country outside Mission Viejo, California begs the question, “Why did we need mini… more»

60k-Mile Survivor: 1967 Imperial by Chrysler

The Imperial had been Chrysler’s top luxury brand since 1926. To help it better compete against Cadillac and Lincoln, it was spun off as a separate make in 1955 (which may or may not have helped). This 1967 edition… more»

One Owner! 1962 Chrysler 300 Sport

When Virgil Exner showed up at Chrysler in 1950, he was a refugee from Studebaker’s design department after a crescendo of dissension with Raymond Loewy. He was immediately put to work, and managed to ascend to management’s top tier,… more»

Rolling Land Yacht: 1960 Imperial by Chrysler

For many moons, the Imperial was Chrysler Corporation’s top-of-the-line automobile. But the powers that be thought the Chrysler brand detracted from Imperial sales against Cadillac and Lincoln, so they positioned it as a brand of its own in 1955…. more»

Stored 20 Years: 1974 Chrysler Newport Custom

The first year for the post-fuselage C-body Chryslers, the Newport was a bit shorter beginning in the 1974 model year. However, it sure doesn’t look like it when you see one in person or even in photos. This 1974… more»

Low Mile 1973 Chrysler New Yorker Brougham

What exactly is a brougham? In horse and buggy days, it was a low-slung, windowed, enclosed four-wheeled carriage with a seat outside for the coachman and a footman, hauled by one horse (aka, one hp). The key was that… more»

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