Facels are among the most imposting coupes to come out of the 1960s, and struck a balance between brute and ballerina. I use this description because of the svelte design in places, with the thin pillars and airy greenhouse,… more»
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Dec 28, 2017 • Uncategorized • 72 Comments
True Survivor! 1955 Chrysler C-300
By most accounts, the 1964 Pontiac GTO was the First Muscle Car, but sometime about 10 minutes after early inventors cobbled together a rudimentary automobile and got into the wind, they started wondering how fast these contraptions could go…. more»
Dec 23, 2017 • Uncategorized • 68 Comments
Australian 1972 Chrysler Valiant Charger
If you enjoy answering the same questions over and over again at the local Show ‘n’ Shine, this may be the vehicle for you! In the seller’s own words, this “truly unique muscle car” might literally put you in… more»
Dec 21, 2017 • Uncategorized • 43 Comments
Lengthy Survivor: 1970 Chrysler Newport
The fifth generation Newport is truly a beautiful car. These cars incorporate design elements from the ’50s, ’60s, and ’70s all together into one cohesive unit. I once towed a 1971 Newport on a tow dolly in the dark,… more»
Dec 17, 2017 • Uncategorized • 38 Comments
Unbelievable Survivor: 1981 Chrysler Newport
The 1980s were a funny decade, and not always ha-ha funny – with over-the-top “fashions“, music, and car makers scrambling to downsize in the name of better MPG. This 1981 Chrysler Newport is unabashedly holding onto another decade, another… more»
Dec 15, 2017 • Uncategorized • 47 Comments
Royally Red: 1960 Chrysler Imperial
Is this not a thing of beauty, at least in the pictures? Well, it is a thing alright, a big resale red thing. This was the age of “Space Age” styling. They say these Imperials were banned from demolition… more»
Dec 13, 2017 • Uncategorized • 14 Comments
American In Canada: 1981 Chrysler New Yorker
It took me ten years to find my 1981 Chrysler New Yorker Fifth Avenue Edition. My criteria was minimal rust, good running condition, most options working, original paint, and affordable. No easy feat to find all that in one… more»
Dec 13, 2017 • Uncategorized • 48 Comments
Restored French’talian: 1965 Simca 1000
Hello! I’m happy to see you, says this 1965 Simca 1000. Do I have anything in my teeth? (teeth = grille) Wait, I don’t have any teeth. This happy little car is listed on eBay with the bidding possibly… more»
Dec 12, 2017 • Uncategorized • 15 Comments
Cheap Dusty Two Door: 1964 Chrysler Imperial
Locked away in an automotive vault for who knows how long, this 1964 Chrysler Imperial two door looks like a solid start to a big Mopar project. In storage with nearly 20 other cars, it is unclear how long… more»
Dec 12, 2017 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Marketing Genius: 1977 Chrysler Cordoba
Be honest, I bet you can’t think the words ‘Chrysler Cordoba’ without doing it in Ricardo Montalban’s accent? Or say ‘rich Corinthian leather’ without giving it a Spanish flair? And that is the power of advertising. Dodge couldn’t give… more»
Dec 3, 2017 • Uncategorized • 38 Comments
Four-Speed floor-shifted 1976 Chrysler New Yorker
Do you notice anything unusual about this 1976 Chrysler New Yorker? In addition to the twin scoops, a “Hurst-Equipped” badge, available on an Internet near you for $19.99, decorates the Chrysler’s rear. Vehicles adorned with badges and doo-dads from… more»
Dec 2, 2017 • Uncategorized • 45 Comments
$1,795 No-Brainer: 1985 Chrysler Fifth Avenue
Bargain hunters, check out this mind-blowing 1985 Chrysler Fifth Avenue! Sure, it’s from the mid-80s, not exactly the “classic” era, but it’s over there decades old, it’s rear-wheel drive, and it has a V8 engine. ‘Nuff said. This gorgeous… more»
Nov 30, 2017 • For Sale • 32 Comments
Jolly Green Giant: 1973 Imperial LeBaron
Here it is folks, the longest post-war, non-limousine car you could buy. 235.3” of American made steel. Weighing in at over two and a half tons on a 127” wheelbase, the 1973 Imperial LeBaron would be the beginning of… more»
Nov 24, 2017 • Uncategorized • 23 Comments
Turbo Stretch: 1986 Chrysler Limousine
Name another stretched, front wheel drive, turbocharged, four-cylinder limousine based off an economy car. Come up with any? How about one owned by a former President? Or a famous blue eyed crooner? This 1986 Chrysler Executive Limousine pushed the… more»
Nov 20, 2017 • For Sale • 37 Comments
Mobile Director Equipped: 1968 Chrysler Imperial
Although I am not the in-house Mopar expert, one of my favorites has always been the Mobile Director cars. It just tells you so much about the era in which it was made that a rear-facing seat, writing table… more»
Nov 15, 2017 • Uncategorized • 25 Comments
The Cordoba Effect: 1979 Chrysler 300 Survivor
There is something about these late ’70s Chrysler 300s that is just special. Yes, they are massive boats with over stuff leather seats and over the top styling, but they are surprisingly fast and incredibly comfortable to drive. This… more»
