1953 Chrysler Imperial

1953 Chrysler Imperial 2 door coupe ENGINE------------------------331 Cu. In. Hemi V8 WEIGHT-------------------------- 4,290 lbs. SERIAL NUMBER---------------------------7773127 HORSEPOWER----------------------- 180 PRODUCTION--------------------------------------823 WHEELBASE----------------------- 131.5" TRANSMISSION---------------Powerflite 3 Speed FACTORY PRICE------------- $4,525.00 Introduced at mid-year was the totally new Custom Imperial Newport. This model wears accessory Chromed Wheels, an expensive option of the true wire type. Also new on this model on June 3, 1953 was Imperial's all new automatic transmission named "Powerflite". A one piece curved windshield first used in 1934 on "CW Imperial Airflow Chryslers" was now standard throughout the Imperial line. This particular Imperial was built on July 22, 1953, and shipped to Chrysler dealer "Glenn Motors Inc" of Chicago, IL on August 11, 1953. Bedford cloth and leather interior. The exterior has been repainted once in the original two-tone green Chrysler colors. Custom Imperial standard equipment also included Power: Brakes, Steering, Windows and Seat. Seasonal rental from 4-15 through 10-15 only. Winter excluded.