Chrysler Corp. set the auto industry on its ear (styling-rise) with its 1957-59 “Forward Look” products (which had begun two years earlier). Tailfins grew to new and lofty proportions, and the rest of the U.S. industry would quickly follow… more»
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1 of 1,300: 1954 Dodge Royal Convertible
In the 1954 Dodge lineup, the Royal was the cream of the crop. And the convertible was the rarest model with just 2,000 copies built. But 700 of those were replicas of the Royal drop-top that was chosen to… more»
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Cheap 2-For-1 Deal: 1955 Dodge Royal
Though it was the top trim level offered by Dodge upon introduction, the Royal seems to sometimes be overlooked or forgotten by many Mopar fans, and there could be a couple of reasons for that. Production was relatively short,… more»
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Taken In Trade: 1949 Chrysler Royal
We have often debated what the fate of some pre- and post-war cars will be as time marches on. As the cars age, so do prospective buyers, those of a certain generation that might be inclined to show an… more»
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Well-Documented: 1956 Dodge Royal
Some owners are more meticulous than others when the subject turns to preserving a paper trail tracing their classic’s history. That is one reason why this 1956 Dodge Royal might appeal to many potential buyers. Safely squirreled away in… more»
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Cleans Up Well: 1955 Dodge Royal Barn Find
There are barn finds and then there are real barn finds such as this 1955 Dodge Royal two-door hardtop. Parked in 1994, this mid-level Dodge has resurfaced and is now looking for its next automotive adventure. As already noted,… more»
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Forward Look Project: 1957 Dodge Royal
Chrysler’s 1957-59 products are famous for their “Forward Look” styling which set the competition on its ears. The Space Age was on, and the new cars offered by Chrysler, Plymouth, DeSoto, and Dodge were about as futuristic-looking as any… more»
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It’s A Hemi! 1954 Dodge Royal
The Royal was a nameplate used by Dodge between 1954 and 1959. In its first year, it was the top-of-the-line product positioned above the mid-level Coronet and entry-level Meadowbrook. Only one engine choice was offered, a 241 cubic inch… more»
