The Chrysler Imperial, introduced in 1926, was the company's top of the range vehicle for much of its history. From 1955 to 1975, and 1981-1983, the Imperial was its own marque, sold without the Chrysler name, although it never lost its association with Chrysler in the public mind.
1926-1930
The early period; straight-6 power.
1931-1933
Straight-8 power.
1934-1936
The 'Airflow' years.
1937-1942
1946-1948
1949-1954
1955-1975
During this period, the Chrysler Imperial became just the Imperial; see that article for more detail.
1976-1980
The Imperial name was missing during this period. The former Imperial was sold as the Chrysler New Yorker.
1981-1983
Revived Imperial; see the Imperial article for more.
1990-1993
As of 2004, the last generation of Chrysler Imperial. Based on the C platform, many saw the car as an identical twin to the last-generation Chrysler Fifth Avenue.
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