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1948 Chrysler Crown Imperial Limousine

United States • 27 Oct 2023

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AI Listing Summary

This 1948 Chrysler Crown Imperial limousine, stored for decades, was recently revived with mechanical work including a carburetor rebuild and brake overhaul. It features a striking blue exterior, beige fabric interior, and unique features like power windows and a rear partition, but needs cosmetic attention due to scratches, dents and interior wear.

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Condition 

5

The car has several cosmetic issues, including scratches, chips, dents, pitted brightwork, and corrosion. The driver's door window is cracked, and there's wear and tear on the interior, including a tear and staining on the driver's seat. While some work has been done to improve the car's condition, the presence of these flaws indicates that it's not in excellent condition.

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Transmission:

Automatic

Chassis No:

7811216

Odometer:

49,000 miles

Reg Number:

LOA 087

RHD/LHD:

LHD

TMU 323ci Inline-Eight Fluid Drive Semi-Automatic Transmission Blue Paintwork Beige Fabric Upholstery Woodgrain-Style Interior Trim Rear Partition Hydraulically Actuated Power Windows AM Radio Windshield Sun Visor Steel 15" Wheels w/Bright Covers Period Memorabilia
This 1948 Chrysler Crown Imperial limousine is said to have belonged to owners in California since at least the mid-1950s, and the car reportedly sat unused in a field west of San Jose from the mid-1960s until the mid-2010s.

The current owner acquired the vehicle in 2021.

Subsequent work involved rebuilding the carburetor, starter, and fuel pump along with overhauling the drum brakes, cleaning the radiator, and replacing the battery, condenser, points, spark plugs, wires, and driveshaft support bushings.

Powered by a 323ci inline-eight mated to a Fluid Drive semi-automatic transmission, the car is finished in blue over beige fabric upholstery.

Equipment includes a rear partition, rear-hinged rear doors, power windows, an...

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£6,908

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£34,998

Median Price (Since 2020)

£87,670

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