Vehicle Description
1967 Chrysler Imperial Crown
Inspired by earlier designed Elwood Engel cars, the Imperial Crown
was a motorcar of distinction. It was available as a two-door
hardtop coupe, an elegant convertible, a four-door pillared sedan,
and a four-door hardtop sedan. The 1967 Imperial Crown hardtop
sedan synthesized elegance with a contemporary sporting appeal.
From its massive front end styling to the custom tailored rear end
design, it was totally unique, setting the stage for a dramatic
entrance on any occasion.
Measuring in at a whopping 224.7 inches and this was downsized from
previous models (!) and for consignment a beauty of a car with this
1967 Chrysler Imperial. A rebuilt original 440 4bbl there are
plenty of convenience options to partake in while floating down the
highway. This model was the first year for the unibody construction
and weight reduction was also a major highlight. Our example has
been painstakingly cared for, well maintained, and presents very
nicely.
Exterior
Large slabs of Detroit steel cover this car and make up its stately
square knife blade design. With its electric shaver styled front
flat grille, quad headlights and central I M P E R I A L badge, you
are making a statement with your arrival. Lantern style cornering
lamps are adorned with engraved winged eagles, and surrounded by
extensive but tastefully reserved chrome trimmings and large bumper
below. Silver metallic was one of the more tasteful colors
available in this time era, and this paint is retaining its
previous respray shine and depth. On top is a wonderfully textured
black vinyl top to contrast the silver. This is nice and tight, and
very clean. 4 straight doors with well minded gaps are between the
front and rear quarters and allow easy access for all passengers.
The ersatz sport tire bulge on the rear deck lid is now gone,
replaced by full width tail lamps which span the back of this land
yacht. The coup de grace the fender skirts, all add in for a car
with wonderfully poised dignity.
Interior
With the initial opening of the door you know you are in for a
treat with just the look of the door panels. Utilizing exotic wood
applique, some molded vinyl, chrome and dark gray speckled
carpeting, there are enough toggles and buttons for the driver to
keep him occupied all day. Power windows, power vent windows, power
trunk release, power antenna, power locks, and fully adjustable
driver's and passenger's power seats. Even the exterior mirror is
joystick adjustable from the inside, because after all reaching out
to do so manually is not only dangerous, but so pedestrian!
Slipping inside your body will be enveloped by overstuffed and over
wide black leather which has aged beautifully. In front design
simplicity abounds with an angled tray style dash, more wood
applique, and some futuristic toggles for all controls, otherwise
things are hidden for the uber clean look. On the dash top, is a
rare headlight sentinel to see dim high beams with the notice of
oncoming traffic. The original signal seeking AM/FM radio with a
flipper switch and now an aftermarket 6 CD player will calm your
nerves while you try to appease your wife as to the interior
temperature. Cruise control is noted to be installed, and a
telescoping tilt steering wheel/column is fronting this sleek
contemporary styled mid century modern dash. A/C comes to us with a
new R134A conversion so it blows ice cold. On the floors is
pristine condition dark gray wide loop pile carpeting, and above is
a nice tight headliner in black. You'd better hasten you're getting
here as I'm ready to sign a long term lease to move in!
Drivetrain
Our fine example of this 1967 Imperial is powered by the formidable
7.2 litre 440 CID 16-valve Wedge-Head OHV V8 engine that cranks
350hp @ 4,400 rpm. It is equipped with a Holley 4 bbl carburetor,
automatic choke, and mechanical fuel pump. This normally aspirated
engine is mated to a 3-speed TorqueFlite A727 automatic
transmission with planetary gearset and torque converter. As you
may see, the Imperial is a luxury sedan with the heart of a true
MOPAR. Essentially an "executive hot rod!"
Undercarriage
Full on unibody construction gives this car a great weight loss,
and much more maneuverability. Underneath this baby we note some
surface rust but it's purely cosmetic. An overall paint covers
steel floor pans and rockers. Torsion bar for the front suspension,
and leaf springs for the rear provide the cloud-like ride. Power
disc brakes are on front, and power drums for the rear.
Drive-Ability
A simple turn of the key and the MOPAR fired right up. It idles
almost silently, and as I slipped it into gear I was still playing
with all the controls. Nice smooth endless acceleration, bias free
panic stopping, and good handling for a large car are solid
features of this particular automobile. All convenience functions
were working swimmingly.
This 1967 Imperial Crown four-door vinyl covered hardtop sedan has
an interior as elegant and sophisticated as its exterior. Genuine
wood accents throughout compliment the opulent leather coverings.
It came standard with all of the luxury amenities of the period.
This Imperial is so posh and effortlessly automatic, that all I had
to do was steer and operate the pedals...the car did almost
everything else for me. So simple even my Mot�rhead decoder can
drive it with a mere hour of pre drive instruction. But I
digress.
YM43K73172943
Y-Imperial Crown
M-Medium Price Class
43-4 Door Hardtop
K-440ci V8 4bbl 350hp
7-1967
3-Jefferson, MI Assy Plant
172943-Sequential Unit Number
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 600 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display.
This vehicle is located in our showroom in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia
on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is
www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888) 227-0914.
Please contact us anytime for more information or to come see the
vehicle in person.
