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The Imperial model was first produced by Chrysler in 1926 to compete with premium luxury cars from Cadillac and Lincoln. Production continued until 1954, and the nameplate was reintroduced from 1981-1983 and again from 1990 through 1993. A hybrid tea rose was named the Chrysler Imperial and debuted in 1952. It is a fragrant, dark red variety. The flowers were used in a float built for the 1954 Pasadena Tournament of Roses Parade and were entered into the parade by the City of Detroit and the Chrysler Corporation. The float's theme was 'Life of an American Workman' which was the title of Walter Chrysler's 1937 autobiography.
It might seem hard to believe, but with just 152 produced, this was the most popular open model in the entire Chrysler Imperial lineup. All Imperials were built in limited numbers as they represented the top tier at Chrysler. In order to remain competitive, Chrysler introduced this smaller version of the luxurious Imperial in 1932. The two distinct series included the CH (on a 132-inch wheelbase) and the CL (on a 146-inch wheelbase). Both used the same 384.8 CID, 125 horsepower L-Head inline eight-cylinder engine introduced in 1931. Chrysler boasted of the model's performance, which was quite exemplary for the era - a cruising speed of 96 mph and 0-60 mph in 20 seconds. Production of the CH bodies came from Briggs while most CLs were fitted with custom coachwork by LeBaron. Briggs was an auto supplier that began manufacturing bodies in the 1920s and purchased LeBaron in 1926.
The current caretakers recently acquired this Imperial, with just nine examples known to exist.
There were 1,393 CHs built in 1932 and only 152 of these were convertible sedans. These feature a rubber-mounted engine, an electric starter, and four-wheel brakes. The 384.8 cubic-inch, straight-eight engine generates 125 horsepower. The CH came standard with a sumptuous interior featuring leather seats and matching kick panels along with storage pouches in the rear doors. Ventilation was aided by the split-vee windshield which hinged at the top.
It might seem hard to believe, but with just 152 produced, this was the most popular open model in the entire Chrysler Imperial lineup. All Imperials were built in limited numbers as they represented the top tier at Chrysler. In order to remain competitive, Chrysler introduced this smaller version of the luxurious Imperial in 1932. The two distinct series included the CH (on a 132-inch wheelbase) and the CL (on a 146-inch wheelbase). Both used the same 384.8 CID, 125 horsepower L-Head inline eight-cylinder engine introduced in 1931. Chrysler boasted of the model's performance, which was quite exemplary for the era - a cruising speed of 96 mph and 0-60 mph in 20 seconds. Production of the CH bodies came from Briggs while most CLs were fitted with custom coachwork by LeBaron. Briggs was an auto supplier that began manufacturing bodies in the 1920s and purchased LeBaron in 1926.
The current caretakers recently acquired this Imperial, with just nine examples known to exist.
There were 1,393 CHs built in 1932 and only 152 of these were convertible sedans. These feature a rubber-mounted engine, an electric starter, and four-wheel brakes. The 384.8 cubic-inch, straight-eight engine generates 125 horsepower. The CH came standard with a sumptuous interior featuring leather seats and matching kick panels along with storage pouches in the rear doors. Ventilation was aided by the split-vee windshield which hinged at the top.
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Recent Sales of the Chrysler Series CH
(Data based on Model Year 1932 sales)
1932 Chrysler Imperial CH Eight Coupe Chassis#: 7900030 Sold for USD$123,200 2022 Worldwide Auctioneers : The Enthusiast Auction | |
1932 Chrysler Imperial CH Eight Convertible Sedan Chassis#: 79000830 Sold for USD$224,000 2022 Worldwide Auctioneers : The Enthusiast Auction | |
1932 Chrysler CH Imperial Cabriolet Chassis#: 7900825 Sold for USD$940,000 2022 Worldwide Auctioneers : Scottsdale Arizona | |
1932 Chrysler CH Imperial Cabriolet by Bohman & Schwartz Chassis#: 7900825 Sold for USD$660,000 2013 RM Auctions - Monterey | |
1932 Chrysler CH Imperial Convertible Sedan Sold for USD$150,000 2013 RM Auction - Hershey |
Chrysler Series CHs That Failed To Sell At Auction
1932 Chrysler Series CH's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
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1932 Chrysler Imperial CH Convertible Sedan | 7900871 | 2020 Worldwide Auctioneers : Scottsdale Arizona Auction | |||
1932 Chrysler CH Imperial Convertible Sedan | 2015 Auctions America Auburn Fall | $125,000 | |||
1932 Chrysler CH Imperial Convertible Sedan | 7900919 | 2015 RM Sotheby's : Motor City Auction | $160,000 | $200,000 |
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