This 1959 Imperial Crown is a strong running winged car that was one of the last of Virgil Exner’s “Forward Look” design.
Imperials have “freestanding” taillights, upgraded grills, fancy trim and improved options and more.
The 1959 Imperials featured all the bells and whistles from the previous year with chrome headlight pods, redesigned chrome grill and Flite Sweep deck lid.
Since it would be the last year they would build this style car, they went all out with “Jetson’s” inspired dash-mounted push-botton transmission powered by a 413 Cubic Inch Edge Head V8 engine.
Being that these Imperial Crowns were the top-of-the-line model for Mopar back in 1959, most of them (including this one) came loaded with many desirable options including
p
ower steering and power brakes.
This Imperial also has air conditioning featured in the trunk (I have never attempted to turn it on).
I purchased this car at an auction 20 years ago.
Her name is Queen Bea and she has an interesting story.
She was owned by a family for 17 years and then went to a movie lot.
She has been in many movies, but most notably, Cobb featuring Tommy Lee Jones. There is a scene with him racing the car down a snowy mountain and ultimately goes over but when I purchased it they told me they used a suburban in that scene.
There is a website that features this scene.
Her turquoise color is not original, it is dark green, and the inside of the trunk still features that color.
There has never been any significant damage to the car. There are chips of paint missing but it is in good condition. The radio and speakers still work and so does the Mirror Matic (rear view mirror).
She has been a great car and my weekend ride and she is special.
Here are a list of the things that do NOT work:
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Clove compartment box does not open (I was told that is where the camera went for filming and it was welded shut)
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Gas gauge does not work
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Bottom front lights do not have glass covers
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Horn does not work
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Doors do not lock
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Driver seat interior ripped
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Missing decorative eagles on interior
As I stated, I have not turned on or tried to turn on the air conditioning
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1931 Chrysler Imperial Sedan CG Seven Passenger 4 Speed Manual 384ci V8
Stock #:
S3830
Exterior Color:
Black/Grey
Interior Color:
Gray Cloth
Body Type:
Sedan
Transmission:
4 Speed Manual
Engine:
384ci V8
Mileage:
51,196
The Chrysler Imperial line was introduced in 1926 with the intention to rival other luxury brands of the time including Cadillac, Lincoln, Duesenberg, Pierce Arrow, Cord and Packard. Imperials became the top-of-the-line flagship vehicles produced under the Chrysler name until 1954, after which it became a standalone brand. Chrysler's Imperial gained popularity with government officials, royalty, and various celebrities with its luxurious accommodations and seating capacity comparable to a limousine. Featured in a variety of body styles including a two/four passenger roadster, a four-seat coupe, five-passenger sedan and phaeton, and finally the seven-passenger sedan and limousine.
The early model years featured a six-cylinder engine, and in the first year produced, the Imperial set a transcontinental speed record. And for this reason, it was selected as the pace car for the 1926 Indianapolis 500. The model years of 1929 and 1930 were largely unchanged as efforts were more focused on the up-and-coming 1931 Series CG Straight Eight. This new Chrysler Imperial was given a flathead straight-8 with Stromberg Model DD-3 carburetion, a new vee-type radiator with a long hood and flowing open fenders, along with a slanted, split windshield with tilt-open feature. An isolation mount dubbed "Floating Power" was also introduced which was a new means of attaching the engine to the chassis to reduce vibrations felt by passengers.
Offered here is a beautiful restored 1931 Chrysler Imperial CG 7-passenger sedan finished in a sharp two-tone paint scheme of Silver and Black with a Gray wool broadcloth interior and woodwork trim with a rich gloss. This Imperial is the first year to feature Chryslers new straight 8 engine, displacing 384ci (engine #CG1069) and a rating of 125 horsepower, paired with a 4-speed manual transmission. Unique to this generation of Imperials were functional, vertical hood louvers that were thermostatically controlled with auto-adjusting radiator shutters that will open to allow more air flow. Other options include adjustable front seat and steering column, luggage rack with trunk, heater, dual side mounted spares with hard covers, dual interior sun visors, rear window shade, 18" wire spoke wheels, dual cowl vents, safety glass by Lockheed, open face rust proof fenders, and hydraulic brakes. Improvements for road use include integrated turn signals in the taillights and an auxiliary electric fuel pump.
Of the 3,228 Chrysler CG Imperials that were built for 1931, only 403 of them displayed the iconic styling of the 7-Passenger 4-door sedans represented here. This sedan carries an early body #19 and was said to have been delivered new to Thomas Minnick Jr, a Philadelphia commissioner and popular politician. A rare survivor with formal coachwork by Briggs Manufacturing, with a well-preserved restoration by Lavine Restorations completed in 2006. This Imperial CG shows 51,196 on the odometer and remains in terrific condition eligible for CCCA Caravan events. Thank you for your interest and please don't hesitate to come see this beauty in our showroom or call for more details!
Vehicle Description
The Chrysler Imperial line was introduced in 1926 with the intention to rival other luxury brands of the time including Cadillac, Lincoln, Duesenberg, Pierce Arrow, Cord and Packard. Imperials became the top-of-the-line flagship vehicles produced under the Chrysler name until 1954, after which it became a standalone brand. Chrysler's Imperial gained popularity with government officials, royalty, and various celebrities with its luxurious accommodations and seating capacity comparable to a limousine. Featured in a variety of body styles including a two/four passenger roadster, a four-seat coupe, five-passenger sedan and phaeton, and finally the seven-passenger sedan and limousine.
The early model years featured a six-cylinder engine, and in the first year produced, the Imperial set a transcontinental speed record. And for this reason, it was selected as the pace car for the 1926 Indianapolis 500. The model years of 1929 and 1930 were largely unchanged as efforts were more focused on the up-and-coming 1931 Series CG Straight Eight. This new Chrysler Imperial was given a flathead straight-8 with Stromberg Model DD-3 carburetion, a new vee-type radiator with a long hood and flowing open fenders, along with a slanted, split windshield with tilt-open feature. An isolation mount dubbed "Floating Power" was also introduced which was a new means of attaching the engine to the chassis to reduce vibrations felt by passengers.
Offered here is a beautiful restored 1931 Chrysler Imperial CG 7-passenger sedan finished in a sharp two-tone paint scheme of Silver and Black with a Gray wool broadcloth interior and woodwork trim with a rich gloss. This Imperial is the first year to feature Chryslers new straight 8 engine, displacing 384ci (engine #CG1069) and a rating of 125 horsepower, paired with a 4-speed manual transmission. Unique to this generation of Imperials were functional, vertical hood louvers that were thermostatically controlled with auto-adjusting radiator shutters that will open to allow more air flow. Other options include adjustable front seat and steering column, luggage rack with trunk, heater, dual side mounted spares with hard covers, dual interior sun visors, rear window shade, 18" wire spoke wheels, dual cowl vents, safety glass by Lockheed, open face rust proof fenders, and hydraulic brakes. Improvements for road use include integrated turn signals in the taillights and an auxiliary electric fuel pump.
Of the 3,228 Chrysler CG Imperials that were built for 1931, only 403 of them displayed the iconic styling of the 7-Passenger 4-door sedans represented here. This sedan carries an early body #19 and was said to have been delivered new to Thomas Minnick Jr, a Philadelphia commissioner and popular politician. A rare survivor with formal coachwork by Briggs Manufacturing, with a well-preserved restoration by Lavine Restorations completed in 2006. This Imperial CG shows 51,196 on the odometer and remains in terrific condition eligible for CCCA Caravan events. Thank you for your interest and please don't hesitate to come see this beauty in our showroom or call for more details!
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