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In 1955, Chrysler's top-of-the-line Imperial model became its own separate, top-of-the-line marque, and giving the appropriate name of Crown Imperial. Body styles included a sedan or limousines resting on a new 149.5-inch wheelbase. They wore the new 'Million Dollar Look' styling that was differentiated from other Chryslers by their new egg-crate grille and 'gun-sight' taillights.
For 1955, a total of 45 eight-passenger sedans were produced, along with 127 limousines. The following year, 51 and 175 units (respectively) were built. After 1956, production was sent overseas, to Italian coachbuilder Ghia.
This particular eight-passenger limousine was formerly part of the Milhous Collection in Florida. It is finished in black with a grey leather and cloth passenger compartment era. The chauffeur's seat is black leather with a matching carpet. The car has power windows, rare Airtemp air conditioning, and an AM radio. There are power brakes, power steering, and a Powerflite automatic transmission. Power is from a Hemi overhead valve V-8 displacing 354 cubic inches and offering 280 horsepower. The car rides on Kelsey-Hayes chrome wire wheels and 8.20x15 BFGoodrich Silvertown whitewalls.By Daniel Vaughan | Jan 2015
For 1955, a total of 45 eight-passenger sedans were produced, along with 127 limousines. The following year, 51 and 175 units (respectively) were built. After 1956, production was sent overseas, to Italian coachbuilder Ghia.
This particular eight-passenger limousine was formerly part of the Milhous Collection in Florida. It is finished in black with a grey leather and cloth passenger compartment era. The chauffeur's seat is black leather with a matching carpet. The car has power windows, rare Airtemp air conditioning, and an AM radio. There are power brakes, power steering, and a Powerflite automatic transmission. Power is from a Hemi overhead valve V-8 displacing 354 cubic inches and offering 280 horsepower. The car rides on Kelsey-Hayes chrome wire wheels and 8.20x15 BFGoodrich Silvertown whitewalls.By Daniel Vaughan | Jan 2015
2012 RM - Milhous Collection, Fla
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $175,000-USD $300,000
Sale Price :
USD $126,500
1956 Imperial Crown Imperial Series C70 Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Imperial Crown Imperial Series C70
(Data based on Model Year 1956 sales)
1956 Imperial Crown Limousine Chassis#: C56 1065 Sold for USD$60,500 2023 RM Sothebys : Hershey | |
1956 Imperial Crown Limousine Sold for USD$121,000 2015 Auctions America - Auburn Fall | |
1956 Imperial Crown Limousine Sold for USD$148,500 2015 RM Auctions - Automobiles of Arizona | |
1956 Imperial Crown Limousine Chassis#: C561064 Sold for USD$126,500 2012 RM - Milhous Collection, Fla | |
1956 Chrysler Imperial Nine-Passenger Sold for USD$17,875 2009 The Old Car Heaven Museum Auction | |
1956 CHRYSLER IMPERIAL LIMOUSINE Sold for USD$4,000 2001 Kruse Auction - San Antonio, TX |
Imperial Crown Imperial Series C70s That Failed To Sell At Auction
1956 Imperial Crown Imperial Series C70's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
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1956 CHRYSLER IMPERIAL FOUR DOOR SEDAN | 2001 Kruse Auction Branson, MO | $11,000 |
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