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1931 Chrysler CG Imperial Navigation
It is believed that about 12 examples of the LeBaron-bodied Roadster remain in existence. This example is an early example that was delivered in February 1931 finished in Pembroke Gray and likely had a red leather interior. It has a 3.82:1 rear-end gear ratio and only two owners since the late 1950s. It was owned in the 1940s by a gentleman in San Bruno, California, and then lived in Oakland, California before being acquired by Chrysler enthusiast Doug O'Connell of Sunnyvale. While in his care, the car was treated to a restoration. It was shown at a number of concours events including Pebble Beach where it secured a class award.
The current owner acquired the LeBaron Roadster from the O'Connell Estate in the late '70s, and in the early '80s, the car was stripped down to the bare chassis for a restoration to modern standards.
The engine, which is not original to this chassis but reportedly a correct 1931 unit, does have the rare 'Red Head' cylinder head as opposed to the 'Silver Dome' head and in this case was likely added after delivery. It also has a four-speed transmission. The first gear is an ultra-low ratio which a period literature state is only to be used in emergencies for climbing steep grades. This first gear also allowed the Chrysler engineers to install higher ratios for the other three gears, resulting in a higher top speed.
A restoration was finished in 2001 and is finished in red with a black cloth top and black leather interior. It won its CCCA National First Senior Badge #2331 in 2001 and was displayed for the second time in its life at Pebble Beach in 2002. The list of features includes dual Klaxons, radiator stone guard, Trippe lights, rear trunk, dual spotlights, chrome wire wheels with dual open side mounts and mirrors, wind wings, dual wipers, and altimeter.
In 2011, the car was offered for sale in Monterey, Ca. presented by RM Auctions. It was estimated to sell for $250,000-$300,000. As bidding came to a close, the car had been sold for the sum of $258,500, including the buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2011
The current owner acquired the LeBaron Roadster from the O'Connell Estate in the late '70s, and in the early '80s, the car was stripped down to the bare chassis for a restoration to modern standards.
The engine, which is not original to this chassis but reportedly a correct 1931 unit, does have the rare 'Red Head' cylinder head as opposed to the 'Silver Dome' head and in this case was likely added after delivery. It also has a four-speed transmission. The first gear is an ultra-low ratio which a period literature state is only to be used in emergencies for climbing steep grades. This first gear also allowed the Chrysler engineers to install higher ratios for the other three gears, resulting in a higher top speed.
A restoration was finished in 2001 and is finished in red with a black cloth top and black leather interior. It won its CCCA National First Senior Badge #2331 in 2001 and was displayed for the second time in its life at Pebble Beach in 2002. The list of features includes dual Klaxons, radiator stone guard, Trippe lights, rear trunk, dual spotlights, chrome wire wheels with dual open side mounts and mirrors, wind wings, dual wipers, and altimeter.
In 2011, the car was offered for sale in Monterey, Ca. presented by RM Auctions. It was estimated to sell for $250,000-$300,000. As bidding came to a close, the car had been sold for the sum of $258,500, including the buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2011
2011 RM Auctions at Monterey
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $250,000-USD $300,000
Sale Price :
USD $258,500
1931 Chrysler CG Imperial Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Chrysler CG Imperial
(Data based on Model Year 1931 sales)
1931 Chrysler Imperial Eight Close-Coupled Sedan Chassis#: 7801539 Sold for USD$84,000 2025 Broad Arrow Auctions : Academy of Art University Collection | ![]() ![]() |
1931 Chrysler CG Imperial Roadster by LeBaron Chassis#: 7801691 Sold for USD$440,000 2024 RM Sothebys : Hershey | ![]() ![]() |
1931 Chrysler CG Imperial Dual-Cowl Phaeton by LeBaron Chassis#: 7801712 Sold for USD$165,000 2024 RM Sothebys : Hershey | ![]() ![]() |
1931 Chrysler CG Imperial Roadster Chassis#: 7802053 Sold for USD$180,320 2024 Worldwide Auctioneers : Auburn Auction | ![]() ![]() |
1931 Chrysler CG Imperial Dual-Cowl Phaeton by LeBaron Chassis#: 7802580 Sold for USD$235,200 2024 RM Sothebys : Monterey | ![]() ![]() |
1931 Chrysler Imperial CG Roadster Chassis#: cg3715 Sold for USD$176,000 2024 Mecum : Monterey | ![]() ![]() |
1931 Chrysler Imperial CG Convertible Coupe Chassis#: 7801567 Sold for USD$218,400 2024 Worldwide Auctioneers : Enthusiast Auction | |
1931 Chrysler CG Imperial Dual-Cowl Phaeton by LeBaron Chassis#: 7802662 Sold for USD$401,000 2023 RM Sothebys : Monterey | ![]() ![]() |
1931 Chrysler CG Imperial Convertible Coupe by LeBaron Chassis#: 7801512 Sold for USD$280,000 2023 RM Sothebys : Amelia Island | |
1931 Chrysler CG Imperial Seven-Passenger Sedan Chassis#: 7800033 Sold for USD$90,000 2022 Broad Arrow Auctions : Monterey Jet Center Auction | ![]() ![]() |
1931 Chrysler CG Imperial Dual-Cowl Phaeton in the style of LeBaron Chassis#: 7803128 Sold for USD$207,200 2022 RM Sothebys : Amelia Island | ![]() ![]() |
1931 Chrysler CG Imperial Close-Coupled Sedan Chassis#: 7800999 Sold for USD$100,800 2022 RM Sothebys : Amelia Island | ![]() ![]() |
1931 Chrysler Imperial Close-Coupled Sedan Chassis#: CG3411 Sold for USD$47,850 2020 RM Sothebys : Auburn Fall Auction | |
1931 Chrysler CG Imperial Dual-Cowl Phaeton in the style of LeBaron Chassis#: CG2577 Sold for USD$55,000 2019 RM Sothebys : Hershey | ![]() ![]() |
1931 Chrysler CG Imperial Dual-Cowl Phaeton by LeBaron Chassis#: 7803131 Sold for USD$335,000 2019 RM Sothebys : Scottsdale Arizona | ![]() ![]() |
1931 Chrysler CG Imperial Custom Line Coupe Sold for USD$132,000 2018 Mecum : Las Vegas | |
1931 Chrysler Imperial CG Roadster Chassis#: CG1655 Sold for USD$82,500 2018 Mecum : Monterey | |
1931 CHRYSLER IMPERIAL Chassis#: 7800757 Sold for USD$32,450 2017 Barrett-Jackson : Northeast | |
1931 Chrysler Imperial Sold for USD$140,000 2017 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
1931 Chrysler CG Imperial Dual-Cowl Phaeton in the style of LeBaron Chassis#: 7980022 Sold for USD$159,500 2016 RM Sotheby's : Hershey | ![]() ![]() |
Chrysler CG Imperials That Failed To Sell At Auction
1931 Chrysler CG Imperial's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
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1931 Chrysler CG Imperial Close-Coupled Sedan by Briggs | 7802374 | 2021 RM Auctions : Auburn Fall | $60,000 | $80,000 | |
1931 Chrysler Imperial Sedan | 2021 Mecum : Tulsa | $55,000 | |||
1931 CHRYSLER IMPERIAL CD DUAL COWL PHAETON | 2018 McCormick's # 65 | $90,000 | |||
1931 Chrysler Imperial Dual Cowl Phaeton | 2017 Russo & Steele : Scottsdale Az | ||||
1931 Chrysler CG Imperial Dual-Cowl Phaeton by LeBaron | CG 3417 | 2017 RM Sotheby's : Arizona Auction | $325,000 | $375,000 | |
1931 CHRYSLER IMPERIAL CG SPORT ROADSTER | 6005318 | 2016 Scottsdale, The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa | $450,000 | $600,000 | |
1931 Chrysler CG Imperial Convertible Coupe | 7801543 | 2015 WorldWide Auctions Houston Classic Auction | $400,000 | $450,000 | |
1931 Chrysler CG Imperial Convertible Victoria by Waterhouse | CG 3843 | 2014 Motor City Auction by RM Auctions | $450,000 | $525,000 | $725,000 |
1931 CHRYSLER IMPERIAL CLOSED-COUPLED SEDAN | 2011 Auctions America Auburn Fall Auction | $67,000 | $75,000 | $100,000 | |
1931 Chrysler Imperial CG Roadster | 7802327 | 2011 The Scottsdale Auction Gooding & Company | $300,000 | $350,000 | |
1931 Chrysler CG Imperial Roadster | 7801812 | 2009 Pebble Beach Auction : Gooding & Company | $350,000 | $450,000 | |
1931 Chrysler CG Imperial | 7800705 | 2009 Worldwide Auctioneers : The Houston Classic Auction | $85,000 | $120,000 | $150,000 |
1931 Chrysler Imperial CG Dual Cowl Phaeton | 7801711 | 2008 Sports & Classics of Monterey by RM Auctions | $310,000 | $400,000 | $500,000 |
1931 Chrysler CG Imperial Rumble Seat Coupe | 2006 Michigan International Fall Classic Car Auction | $100,000 | |||
1931 Chrysler Imperial Dual Cowl Phaeton | CG1DC2577 | 2004 Bonhams MOTORCARS BROOKLINE | $70,000 | $90,000 |
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