Vehicle Description
1955 Chrysler Imperial Eight-Passenger Limousine� One of only 127
examples made for 1955! First year as a separate marque: Imperial
Limousine Black exterior with matching vinyl roof and black leather
interior Excellent candidate for restoration 331 CID Hemi V-8 with
a Carter four-barrel carburetor and a 8.5:1 compression ratio
Powerflite two-speed automatic transmission Power steering and
power brakes were standard on all Imperials and a four-way power
seat was standard on C70 bodies� � Looking for something different
to take to a local cruise night but not a hot rod or T-bucket? We
might have the solution here at MotoeXotica Classic Cars, a 1955
Chrysler Imperial Limousine. Imagine the stares you'll get as you
sweep by and they take it all in. Just 127 examples of the ultimate
C70 Crown Imperial Eight-Passenger Limousine were produced for
1955. This one was made in Chrysler's Jefferson Avenue plant in
Detroit, Michigan. With understated elegance and a well-deserved
reputation for engineering excellence, the Imperial nameplate
topped the Chrysler product line from 1926 through 1975. In order
to further distinguish the Imperial line and compete better with
Cadillac, Lincoln, Mercedes-Benz, and Rolls-Royce, Chrysler
Corporation formally registered Imperial as a separate marque in
1954. The limo's black paint is in fair overall condition,
considering its age and most of the trim is still shiny and the
bumpers still look good but the body sports original paint that is
cracked and flaking off in places. The windows are in good overall
condition but the windshield has a few scratches on the driver's
side from previous windshield wiper blades. The car rides on
whitewall tires with factory wheel covers. Tires and hubcaps are in
good shape. The body panels are in good shape but could benefit
from some body shop love to restore them to full prominence. The
engine bay is in fair order and yes, that really is a 331 CID Hemi
V-8 in there, complete with a Carter four-barrel carburetor and
making a 8.5:1 compression ratio. It is back by Chrysler's
smooth-shifting Powerflite two-speed automatic transmission. Driver
assist features included power steering, power brakes and a
four-way power seat with leather up front in C70 bodystyles.
Optional accessories included factory air-conditioning, power
windows and a signal-seeking radio Inside, the black leather seats
are in good shape, with front bench split 70/30 driver/passenger.
The matching carpet is in good order while the lighter-colored
headliner is in a similar positive state. The black instrument
panel is crack-free and looks great, while the original and big
two-spoke steering wheel waits for you to slide inside and close
the door. Please note that this rarely seen limo has some needs
cosmetically but is a good driver at present. It has an exhaust
manifold leak, while equipped with A/C, it is inoperable. The temp
guage is inoperable, the rear windows are inoperable and the tires
need to be replaced to be driven any distance. Styling of the
all-new 1955 Imperials was based heavily on the fabulous new
Chryslers that also appeared that year and benefited from the full
influence of renowned designer Virgil Exner and his "Forward Look"
design theme. Imperials were renowned for their excellent build
quality and in 1955; Imperials were available in two basic forms -
the C69 short-wheelbase Newport Coupe or Sedan and the
long-wheelbase C70 Crown Imperial Sedan and Limousine. Both of the
top-of-the-line C70 Imperials could accommodate up to eight
passengers in serene comfort. As the top Imperial model offered,
the C70 Crown Imperial Limousine was based upon a 149.5-inch
wheelbase. Competition to this Chrysler in 1955 included Cadillac's
Series 75 limousine, Lincoln's Continental, Mercedes-Benz's W186,
Packard's Patrician and Rolls-Royce's Silver Wraith and Phantom IV.
his Imperial is a little rough around the edges but with some time,
love and parts, it can be restored to its previous greatness. As
is, it is a rare find and makes for a unique classic automotive
investment. This car is currently located at our facility in St.
Louis, Missouri. Current mileage on the odometer shows 60,535
miles. It is sold as is, where is, on a clean and clear, exempt
mileage title. GET OUT AND DRIVE!!! VIN: C551084 Note: Please see
full terms and conditions listed below that pertain to the purchase
of any said vehicle, thank you.