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We are proud to be selling this magnificent example of the rare 1926 chrysler imperial convertible that we imported into scotland some 12 years ago<br />
it is absolutely stunning, and it has had the mist exacting and beuatiful restoration to bring it to its present day conditionn and it gets admirationn wherever it goes<br />
it is finished in ivory over black and the bodywork is virtually flawless considering its almost 90 years old and it drives incredibly well and never misses a beat and there are no rattles or scuttle shake, and everything is so tight and this has been assistsed with the engine being rebuilt and now running like a sewing machine and a new clutch fitted and new brake linings<br />
it fires into life at the first time of asking and it pulls efforlessly through the gears and no smoke or any burn off from the exhaust which is incredible.<br />
the interior is trimmed in unmarked nappa dark blue leather and is in one work immaculate and the beuatifully carved leather door cards are a mirror of the rest and superb<br />
the navy wool carpeting is also unmarked and the best of qaulity that this truly spectacular vintage car deserves<br />
the tyres are also new and just been fitted and everything else works fantastic and you would pass this car off as a one year old car not almost reaching its nintieth birthday<br />
we would suggest viewing this car quickly as cars like this are few and far between and the first tio view will definateky have if for their collection or business venture<br />
you can call me on 07880331332 to discuss and i will be delighted to furnish you with more information<br />
thanks for looking and enjoy the photos<br />
our address to view is as follows<br />
waterside classics limited<br />
428 helen street<br />
govan<br />
glasgow<br />
g51 3hr<br />
we are open 7 days a week for viewing so just call and make yoru appointment<br />
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1926 chrysler imperial<br />
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the work of lebaron is considered to be the most remarkable styling of the cg series imperials. Lebaron was one of the greatest design firms of the classic era, and was established as innovative, creative and completely responsive. Lebaron was founded by wand ray dietrich and was later joined by ralph roberts, and though dietrich eventually left the firm to pursue other interests, the company continued to flourish at the hands of roberts.<br />
hired to style the cg imperial, al leamy was held in great regard for the l29 cord, which was considered to be the most striking design in existence. The cg was long and low, much like the l29, and featured gracefully swept fenders along with a v-shaped radiator. The cg"s design was improved by lebaron with a swept-back grille, a much more elegant body-side treatment and a longer hood. <br />
a variety of l29 cord styling designs were incorporated into the design of the cg imperial, and since the cg had a larger platform on which to display the styling, it was considered even more aesthetically successful than the cord. Chryslers have held a reputation for performance the cg imperial was no exception with 125 horsepower, along with a four-speed transmission. Along with a well-tuned suspension and chrysler"s "floating power", the imperial was a refined vehicle to drive. The imperial was the first vehicle in the country that employed fluid coupling. This was also offered as optional equipment on the 1939 model. <br />
in 1927, the first imperials began appearing on the market utilizing a 92-horsepower flathead-six. Imperials would continue to be powered by the same engine until 1931 when the cg series was introduced in 1931. a imperial was driven on a double cross-country run from san francisco to new york, to los angeles, a total of 6,726-mile trek, at which the imperial average 40.2 miles per hour to introduce the new line of luxury chryslers.<br />
unfortunately, since the great depression was in full swing at the time of introduction, sales of the 1931 and 1932 imperial were not as high as hoped. At an original list price of $3,575, only a total of 339 custom and semi-custom cg"s were sold, making these vehicles even rarer than the model j and sj duesenbergs. <br />
continuing to be produced until 1933, the imperial cg"s were updated with styling and even smaller semi-custom and custom sales, before eventually being replaced by the radical airflow imperials in 1934. these new radical airflow vehicles sold an amazing 2,000-plus models in that year.<br />
many enthusiasts consider the cg imperial dual cowl phaeton to be among the best driving vehicle of the era along with one of the finest looking cars. Today this vehicle is extremely rare as only a handful of these vehicles are known to exist. At rm classic cars" novi sale held on november 15, 2002, the cg imperial dual cowl phaeton was sold at $214,500 that included buyer"s premium.<br />
until 1954 the imperial was produced with the chrysler name before retiring until 1990. wanting to rival cadillac and lincoln, the luxurious imperial moniker stood "supreme", "superior" and "sovereign, which aptly describes chrysler"s most expensive quality model. The first generation imperial debuted in 1926 riding on a 120-inch, 127-inch, 133-inch and 136-inch wheelbase. Available in a variety of body styles that included a roadster, coupe, 5-passenger sedan and phaeton, the imperial was also offered as a 7-passenger top-of-the-line limousine with a glass partition.<br />
powering the imperial was a 288.6 cu inch (4.7 l) six-cylinder engine with seven bearing blocks and pressure lubrication of 92 brake horsepower (69 kw). at the front were semi-elliptic springs. The customer imperial convertible sedan was picked as the official pace car for the 1926 indianapolis 500. designated e-80, the name was chosen after the "guaranteed" 80mph all-day cruising speed. <br />
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in 1930 the imperial received four-speed transmission. The following year the second generation of the chrysler imperial was introduced. The imperial model rode on a 124-inch wheelbase, while the custom imperial rode on 146 inches. 1931 brought with it many changes including a new engine, a 384.84 cubic inch i8. this generation was marketed as the "imperial 8", in reference to the new in-line 8-cylinder engine, which would also be found in many other chrysler cars. <br />
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other updates for 1931 included safety glass, automatic heater controls and rust-proof fenders. The limousine even offered a dictaphone. New wire wheels also became a standard wheel treatment until the 1940s. Harry hartz, stock car drive, set many speed records behind the wheel of an imperial sedan at daytona beach, florida. <br />
Date written: 09-Nov-2018
Price: <td><strong>£28995 Or near offer
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