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1931 Chrysler CG Imperial

1931 Chrysler CG Imperial Roadster

  • Designed by LeBaron
  • Chassis Number: 7802053
  • 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

    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 image  1931 Chrysler CG Imperial image  
    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 image  1931 Chrysler CG Imperial image  
    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 image  1931 Chrysler CG Imperial image  
    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial Close-Coupled Sedan
    Chassis#: 7800999
    Sold for USD$100,800
      2022 RM Sothebys : Amelia Island
    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial image  1931 Chrysler CG Imperial image  
    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 image  1931 Chrysler CG Imperial image  
    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 image  1931 Chrysler CG Imperial image  
    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 CG Imperial image  1931 Chrysler CG Imperial image  
    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
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    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 image  
    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 image  1931 Chrysler CG Imperial image  
    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial Dual Cowl Phaeton
    Chassis#: 7802580
    Sold for USD$363,000
      2012 RM Auctions - Monterey
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    Chrysler CG Imperials That Failed To Sell At Auction

    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
    VehicleChassisEventHigh BidEst. LowEst. High
    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial Close-Coupled Sedan by Briggs78023742021 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 LeBaronCG 34172017 RM Sotheby's : Arizona Auction $325,000$375,000
    1931 CHRYSLER IMPERIAL CG SPORT ROADSTER60053182016 Scottsdale, The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa $450,000$600,000
    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial Convertible Coupe78015432015 WorldWide Auctions Houston Classic Auction $400,000$450,000
    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial Convertible Victoria by WaterhouseCG 38432014 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 Roadster78023272011 The Scottsdale Auction Gooding & Company $300,000$350,000
    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial Roadster78018122009 Pebble Beach Auction : Gooding & Company $350,000$450,000
    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial78007052009 Worldwide Auctioneers : The Houston Classic Auction$85,000$120,000$150,000
    1931 Chrysler Imperial CG Dual Cowl Phaeton78017112008 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 PhaetonCG1DC25772004 Bonhams MOTORCARS BROOKLINE $70,000$90,000

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    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial vehicle thumbnail image  

    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial Vehicle Profiles

    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial vehicle information
    7-Passenger Sedan
    Coachwork: Briggs Manufacturing
    Chassis #: 7800033
    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial vehicle information
    Dual Cowl Phaeton
    Designer: LeBaron
    Chassis #: 7803128
    Engine #: CG 3545
    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial vehicle information
    Sedan
    Coachwork: Briggs Manufacturing
    Chassis #: 7800999
    Engine #: CG 2018
    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial vehicle information
    Dual Cowl Phaeton
    Designer: LeBaron
    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial vehicle information
    Dual Cowl Phaeton
    Designer: LeBaron
    Chassis #: CG2577
    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial vehicle information
    Dual Cowl Phaeton
    Coachwork: LeBaron
    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial vehicle information
    Roadster
    Designer: LeBaron
    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial vehicle information
    Dual Cowl Phaeton
    Coachwork: LeBaron
    Chassis #: 7980022
    Engine #: CG 3727
    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial vehicle information
    Convertible Coupe
    Coachwork: LeBaron
    Chassis #: CG 3617
    Engine #: CG 3617
    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial vehicle information
    Dual Cowl Phaeton
    Coachwork: LeBaron
    Chassis #: 7801805
    Engine #: CG 2002
    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial vehicle information
    Dual Cowl Phaeton
    Coachwork: LeBaron
    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial vehicle information
    Dual Cowl Phaeton
    Coachwork: LeBaron
    Chassis #: CG 2737
    Engine #: CG2737
    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial vehicle information
    Imperial Sedan
    Designer: LeBaron
    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial vehicle information
    Roadster
    Designer: LeBaron
    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial vehicle information
    Dual Cowl Phaeton
    Coachwork: LeBaron
    Chassis #: 7802580
    Engine #: CG3417
    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial vehicle information
    Sedan
    Coachwork: Briggs Manufacturing
    Chassis #: 7803256
    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial vehicle information
    Roadster
    Designer: LeBaron
    Chassis #: 7801798
    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial vehicle information
    Convertible Victoria
    Coachwork: Waterhouse
    Chassis #: CG 3843
    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial vehicle information
    Roadster
    Designer: LeBaron
    Chassis #: 7802327
    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial vehicle information
    Dual Cowl Phaeton
    Coachwork: LeBaron
    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial vehicle information
    Roadster
    Designer: LeBaron
    Chassis #: 7801812
    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial vehicle information
    Dual Cowl Phaeton
    Coachwork: LeBaron
    Chassis #: 7802662
    Engine #: CG3682
    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial vehicle information
    Convertible Coupe
    Coachwork: LeBaron
    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial vehicle information
    Dual Cowl Phaeton
    Coachwork: LeBaron
    Chassis #: 7801711
    Engine #: CG-3458
    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial vehicle information
    Dual Cowl Phaeton
    Coachwork: LeBaron
    Chassis #: 7802482
    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial vehicle information
    Club Sedan
    Coachwork: Briggs Manufacturing
    Chassis #: 7800705
    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial vehicle information
    Roadster
    Designer: LeBaron
    Chassis #: 7802053
    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial vehicle information
    Rumble Seat Coupe
    Coachwork: LeBaron
    Chassis #: 7802358
    Engine #: CG3399
    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial vehicle information
    Roadster
    Designer: LeBaron
    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial vehicle information
    Imperial Sedan
    Designer: LeBaron
    Chassis #: 7803131
    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial vehicle information
    Convertible Coupe
    Coachwork: LeBaron
    1931 Chrysler CG Imperial vehicle information
    Convertible Victoria
    Coachwork: Waterhouse
    Chassis #: 7801063