When the Chrysler Airflow appeared in 1934, it was so controversial that enthusiasts are still talking about it today. However, a few of the stories aren’t quite accurate. Continue reading
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The First Dodge Dart: A 1960 Full-Size Sedan
We think of the Dodge Dart as a compact car, but the name first appeared on a mid-priced, family-size sedan in 1960. Continue reading
June 7, 1928: Walter P. Chrysler Introduces the Plymouth
In 1928, Walter P. Chrysler introduced the Plymouth, which raced up the sales charts to become the third-best selling car in the United States. Continue reading
Chrysler’s Biggest Hemi: 10 Feet Long, 16 Cylinders, and 2220 Cubic Inches!
A key step in the development of the famous Chrysler Hemi V8 was this monster: a 2500-horsepower aircraft engine designed for the U.S. armed forces in World War II. Continue reading
Video: Lee Iacocca Introduces the 1982 Chrysler LeBaron
Let’s Join Chrysler boss Lee Iacocca as he introduces yet another member of the K-car family, the luxury-flavored Chrysler LeBaron. Continue reading
Groucho Marx Pitches the 1952 DeSoto With Power Steering
Let’s join Mr. DeSoto himself, Groucho Marx, as he presents an exciting new feature for 1952: power steering. Continue reading
Star of the Forward Look: 1958 Plymouth
For 1958 the tagline at Plymouth was “The Star of the Forward Look,” and for once this was no idle ad agency boast. Continue reading