Re: IML: Rare 1951 Imperial Club Coupe

[PAUL WENTINK <randalpark@xxxxxxx>]

This is a rare car indeed. I didn't know that they made one, and 
obviously had never seen one, until I saw a picture illustrated in the 
a sales brochure that I purchased in the 1970's. When this appeared on 
Ebay, it was the first time I had seen a real one. It would be a great 
restoration project, and could have lots of pizzazz if done correctly. 
I also hope it gets a worthy new home. The engine alone is probably 
worth the price of the car if it is in good shape. The scary part is 
someone might buy it for the engine.

Paul W.


-----Original Message-----
From: Elijah Scott <imperial1971@xxxxxxxxx>
To: Imperial Mailing List <mailing-list@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Mon, 10 Mar 2008 8:26 am
Subject: IML: Rare 1951 Imperial Club Coupe



Hi Folks,

A rare 1951 Chrysler Imperial Club Coupe recently showed up on eBay 
(item number 220207831464).  The auction ended on Saturday, but the car 
did not meet the reserve.  Turns out this car is located about an hour 
from where I live, so Nicole and I went for a little road trip.

http://www.imperialclub.com/Yr/1951/ClubCoupe/

It was pretty cold out, so the pictures may be blurry as my hands were 
not steady.

The current owner said he bought the car for a hot rod project, but 
once he found out how rare it was, he decided it was too nice and 
complete to start cutting up.  I heartily agreed with him!

The pictures pretty well tell the story.  The car appears to be almost 
totally complete, with relatively little rust.  I didn't give it an 
inspection underneath, but he said the frame was solid.  The hemi 
started right up, and although it needs some exhaust work, it ran well.

This is a rare model, and the only Club Coupe that I've ever seen in 
person.  The owner stated that he would like to get $5,800 for the car.

Hope someone saves this one!

Thanks!

Elijah

 
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