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In 1932 Chrysler updated their series CG Imperial into the series CL. This flagship model received numerous styling upgrades but kept the conventional straight-8 engine and solid-axle suspention.

Distinct to the 1932 series was a new 'de Sakhnoffsky' false hood that extended all the way to base of the front windshield. The hood also featured sliding doors instead of the louvres used just a year earlier.

Like the CG, most Imperial received custom coachwork from LeBaron Carrossiers who produced some of the best American bodies for CL.

With a limited market, the Cl was only sold in 1932 and 1933 with production reaching about 220 cars.

Chassis & Sales

1932 Chrysler CL Imperial Convertible Roadster by LeBaron 7803368 - sold for $660,000 The nut-and-bolt, body-off restoration was completed by Richard Fass’s Stone Barn Restoration of New Jersey, whose cars have won many awards at concours events nationwide, including two Best of Show awards at Pebble Beach in just the last six years. Since completion, the stunning Chrysler has been very successful on the show field, winning several best of show awards. Finished in a simply spectacular two tones of green, the “Denver car” rem... more
Gallery: 2008 Meadow Brook Concours

1933 Imperial Eight CL Sport Phaeton - sold for $319,000 This particular Chrysler Imperial Sport Phaeton, body number 172-44, was restored about ten years ago and is accompanied by a folio documenting the body-off restoration, as well as various pieces of correspondence between the previous owners. A former Best in Class winner at Palos Verdes and Newport Beach, this 1933 CL Imperial Sport Phaeton has held up very nicely and remains highly presentable throughout, finished in white and black with a r... more
Gallery: 2009 Meadow Brook Concours

1933 Chrysler Custom Imperial CL Le Baron Convertible Coupe 7803577 - did not sell for $470,000 This Chrysler Convertible Coupe wears coachwork by LeBaron and features the powerful 'red-Head' engine upgrade that increases the compression and power output with its red-painted cylinder head and accompanying intake manifold. It came from the factory fitted with many desirable options, including a clutchless shifting feature called 'freewheeling.' In December of 1988, this car became the property of Joe Morgan of New Hampshire, who purch... more
Gallery: Gooding & Company 2010 Amelia Island Auction

1933 Chrysler CL Imperial Dual Windshield Sport Phaeton - sold for $341,000 Restored in 1998 by RM Auto Restoration, this car represents one of the finest of its kind in existence today. Finished in a dramatic two-tone red and maroon paint scheme, it is complete with a perfectly matched dark red convertible top and a tan leather interior. Period accessories include dual side-mounted spares with mirrors, a chrome grille guard, chrome hood vent doors, chrome wire wheels and whitewall tires.
Gallery: RM Auctions' 2010 Sports & Classics of Monterey

1933 Chrysler CL Imperial Dual Cowl Phaeton 7803651 - sold for $352,000 This particular Chrysler Custom Imperial Phaeton was purchased new in Washington, D.C. At some point before the 1950s, the car was in the hands of Mr. Paul Vanderbilt. In 1954, Homer W. Fitterling of South Bend, Indiana discovered the car in the Chicago area and purchased it for his collection, giving the CL its first restoration. In 1984, another noted collector, Bob P. Bahre, purchased it. The current owner acquired the car from Mr. Bahre in... more
Gallery: 2011 Amelia Island Auction by RM Auctions

1933 Chrysler CL Imperial Custom Dual Windshield Phaeton - sold for $500,500 Previous concours-level restoration by Stone Barn Restorations. Formerly the property of Dave Kane. Best in Class, 2000 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. A multiple CCCA award winner with 100 points in 2004 and Premier status. Complete with many desirable period accessories and documentation.
Gallery: 2011 Monterey Auction by RM

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