This 1931 Chrysler CG Imperial Roadster was offered for sale at the 2007 Sports and Classic Car Auction presented by The Worldwide Group, in Hilton Head Island, SC where it was estimated to sell for $190,000 - $200,000. It is powered by a 'Red-Head' straight-eight engine that produces 125 horsepower and is mated to a four-speed manual gearbox. There is a leaf spring and beam axle front suspension and leaf springs and live axle in the rear. The four-wheel hydraulically-operated drum brakes keep the car, which has a wheelbase of 146 inches, in the driver's control.
The Imperial line, which was first introduced by Chrysler in the 1920s, was a very popular and luxurious model. The 'L' line was used in 1929 and 1930; it was replaced by the CG in 1931 and the CL in 1932 and 1933. These impressive machines were powered by an eight-cylinder car that complimented the very stylish and attractive bodies.
The CG series Imperials were given custom coachwork by LeBaron, one of the classic builders of the era. The LeBaron company was the work of Raymond Dietrich and Thomas Hibbard; Ralph Roberts later joined the firm and greatly added to the company's success.
This example was the subject of a restoration performed only a few years ago. It is believed that this vehicle began its life with a closed body but was later converted to the roadster configuration. It has dual-mounted spare tires, top-mount mirrors, twin font-mounted Pilot Ray driving lights, and a grille-mounted stone guard. It has achieved a CCCA National First Prize award and still proudly wears this badge in modern times.
Though this was one of the higher-priced cars to cross the auction block, which was fitting, as it was one of the more prestigious, rare and well-preserved examples on display. Though this vehicle had a reserve, it would appear the reserve was lifted, as a high bid of $172,500 (including buyer's premium) was suitable to secure new ownership.By Daniel Vaughan | Nov 2007
The Imperial line, which was first introduced by Chrysler in the 1920s, was a very popular and luxurious model. The 'L' line was used in 1929 and 1930; it was replaced by the CG in 1931 and the CL in 1932 and 1933. These impressive machines were powered by an eight-cylinder car that complimented the very stylish and attractive bodies.
The CG series Imperials were given custom coachwork by LeBaron, one of the classic builders of the era. The LeBaron company was the work of Raymond Dietrich and Thomas Hibbard; Ralph Roberts later joined the firm and greatly added to the company's success.
This example was the subject of a restoration performed only a few years ago. It is believed that this vehicle began its life with a closed body but was later converted to the roadster configuration. It has dual-mounted spare tires, top-mount mirrors, twin font-mounted Pilot Ray driving lights, and a grille-mounted stone guard. It has achieved a CCCA National First Prize award and still proudly wears this badge in modern times.
Though this was one of the higher-priced cars to cross the auction block, which was fitting, as it was one of the more prestigious, rare and well-preserved examples on display. Though this vehicle had a reserve, it would appear the reserve was lifted, as a high bid of $172,500 (including buyer's premium) was suitable to secure new ownership.By Daniel Vaughan | Nov 2007
2007 The Hilton Head Sports & Classic Car Auction
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $190,000-USD $200,000
Sale Price :
USD $172,500
2007 Vintage Motor Cars in Arizona
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $150,000-USD $175,000
Sale Price :
USD $159,500
1931 Chrysler CG Imperial Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Chrysler CG Imperial
(Data based on Model Year 1931 sales)
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 | ![]() ![]() |
1931 Chrysler Custom Imperial Sold for USD$91,000 2016 Carlisle Auctions : Lakeland Winter Auction | |
1931 Chrysler CG Imperial Convertible Coupe by LeBaron Chassis#: CG 3617 Sold for USD$192,500 2015 RM Sotheby's Hershey Auction | ![]() ![]() |
1931 CHRYSLER IMPERIAL DUAL COWL SPORT PHAETON Chassis#: 7803303 Sold for USD$456,154 2015 Bonhams : The Frederiksen Auction | |
1931 Chrysler CG Imperial Sedan Chassis#: 7800613 Sold for USD$99,000 2015 The Auburn Auction | |
1931 Chrysler CG Imperial Dual-Cowl Phaeton in the style of LeBaron Chassis#: 7801805 Sold for USD$148,500 2015 RM Sotheby's : Motor City Auction | ![]() |
1931 Chrysler CG Imperial Dual-Cowl Phaeton by LeBaron Chassis#: CG 2737 Sold for USD$412,500 2015 RM Auctions - Automobiles of Arizona | ![]() ![]() |
1931 Chrysler CG Imperial Dual Cowl Phaeton Chassis#: 7802580 Sold for USD$363,000 2012 RM Auctions - Monterey | ![]() ![]() |
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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