Interesting Facts About the Chrysler Imperial C
The Chrysler Imperial has a storied legacy that stretches from the mid‑1920s to the early 1990s. Originally a single‑model luxury offering, it evolved into a standalone marque and even saw multiple revivals over the decades.
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Birth of a Luxury Icon (1924‑1925)
Walter Chrysler built his first car in 1924 and quickly introduced the Imperial as his own luxury offering. For the 1924 and 1925 model years, Chrysler produced a single Imperial model, establishing the brand’s high‑end reputation.
From Sub‑Brand to Standalone Make
Imperial models were built under the Chrysler name until 1954. In 1955 the Imperial was launched as a separate luxury brand, a status it held until 1975, and again from 1981 through 1983. The name later re‑appeared as a standalone make from 1990 to 1993.
Design Leap in the Mid‑1950s
When the Imperial re‑launched in 1955, it shared the New Yorker’s platform but received a four‑inch length extension, giving it a more commanding presence. By 1957 Chrysler granted the Imperial its own distinct identity, further differentiating it from its sibling models.
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