1972 Chrysler Imperial LeBaron

Chrysler Imperial LeBaron

Year of manufacture: 1972
Engine capacity (ccm): 7.157
Power output: 165 kW / 225 hp
Top speed: 190 km/h
Transmission: automatic
Odometer (unwarranted): 95900 mls
Production period: 1956 - 1975

Vehicle Description:

• very rare and highly original 1972 Chrysler Imperial LeBaron, one of only 2,322 built
• 5.83 m long 2-door coupe, featuring the largest rear section of any production car worldwide
• 440 cui V8 engine, this means nearly 7.2 litres of capacity
• bought in 1999 by current owner from 1st owner in the US, so only two owners from new
• reportedly unwelded and rust-free, still bearing its original paintwork
• vinyl roof renewed 10 years ago by professional German saddler, using original material
• power steering, cruise control, electrically adjustable seats, radio with electric aerial
• all switches and all electric features work, except for air-conditioning
• German registration documents, valid technical approval until 03/2018 and historic plates
• all invoices from the last 20 years available
• successfully participated in Classic Car rallyes such as Silvretta Klassik
• untinkered and original condition, as it will be extremely hard to find nowadays
  

Model History:
In the 1950s, the Chrysler management felt the need to establish its premium models more strongly among its main competitors, so they set up a new brand named Imperial, which was to become what Lincoln was for Ford or Cadillac for GM. While this goal was ultimately not achieved, it meant that for nearly two decades, from 1956 to 1975, Imperial was an independent brand name for Chrysler's top range of full-size luxury cars. Within the Imperial lineup, three trim levels were available: Custom, Crown and LeBaron. Earlier models up until 1963 followed the "Forward Look" design by Virgil Exner, later models the three-box styling by Elwood Engel. Pundits differentiate a total of six generations of Imperial models. Until 1967, Imperial cars had their own platform. This was given up for cost reasons, as was the unique bodyshell in 1969. With not so much to distinguish the Imperial from the much cheaper Chrysler cars, sales dropped and Chrysler was forced to discontinue the Imperial brand. In the early 1980s, Chrysler briefly returned to marketing luxury cars under the Imperial name.