Vehicle Description
1 OF 554 PRODUCED AND LESS THAN 50 ESTIMATED
SURVIVORSCOMPREHENSIVELY RESTORED INCLUDING ENGINE REBUILDFINISHED
IN EMBASSY RED (CODE O) W/WHITE POWER TOPNEW WHITE LEATHER
UPHOLSTERY WITH RED PIPING340 HP 413 CI 4-BARREL V-8/TORQUEFLITE
AUTOMATICFEATURING: A/C, AM RADIO, POWER ANTENNA, PB, PS, PW Among
the last expressions of famed stylist Virgil Exners designs for
Chrysler Corporation, the updated 1962 Imperial Crown models
maintained a sense of classical elegance with more restrained
tailfins, a split front grille, freestanding pod-style headlamps,
gun sight taillamps and less ornate exterior trim. In contrast,
interiors were modern, almost futuristic, with pushbutton dash
controls for the TorqueFlite automatic transmission and
electroluminescent instrument display system. Chryslers renowned
413 CI V-8 engine was the sole power choice for Imperials from 1959
through 1965, delivering a factory rating of 340 HP for 1962 and
capable of moving Americas largest luxury car that year with
remarkable authority. Despite their generous proportions, Imperials
from this era are respected for their good handling
characteristics, thanks to Chryslers well-engineered suspension
featuring torsion bars up front and rear leaf springs.The
limited-production Imperial Crown Convertible was particularly rare
with just 554 built for 1962. According to estimates from the
Imperial Club, fewer than 50 remain in existence today, including
this handsome and recently restored example. Finished in Embassy
Red (Code O) paint with a white power convertible top and leather
upholstery accented by smart red piping, this 1962 Imperial Crown
Convertible is powered by its original 413 CI V-8 engine,
factory-rated at 340 HP and rebuilt with only an approximate 1,000
miles of use. During restoration, a new OEM transistor ignition and
new OEM high-capacity radiator, plus a new carburetor, exhaust and
other parts were installed.As expected, features and passenger
amenities are numerous. Among them are power-operated brakes,
steering, windows, vent windows, a power front seat with 6-way
adjustment, a power convertible top, remote drivers side mirror,
pushbutton heater controls, a pushbutton AM radio with power
antenna, windshield washer, passenger-side vanity mirror, bright
wheel moldings, full instrumentation with electroluminescent
illumination and a trunk-compartment courtesy light.
Period-appearing radial whitewall tires surround 15-inch diameter
steel wheels mounting full stainless wheel covers. A recent
inspection confirms the instrumentation and electrical accessories
are functional and the Imperial is as nice to drive as it is to
look at. A special postwar American luxury automobile with
excellent engineering, commanding presence and true rarity, this
1962 Imperial Crown Convertible simply must be experienced in
person to be fully appreciated. Contact us today to see it for
yourself and add it to your personal collection!