22-Years-Owned 1950 Chrysler Imperial Sedan

Description

The 1950 Chrysler Imperial represented the pinnacle of Chrysler’s luxury offerings before Imperial became a standalone brand in 1955. Positioned to rival Cadillac and Lincoln, the Imperial embodied postwar American elegance with conservative yet imposing styling.  

Built on a long wheelbase, it featured Chrysler’s robust inline-eight engine and advanced engineering, including four-wheel hydraulic brakes. Interiors showcased premium materials like mohair and leather, emphasizing quiet comfort and refinement. Offered in sedan and limousine configurations, the Crown Imperial variant catered to dignitaries and executives, reinforcing its prestige image.  

This 1950 Chrysler Imperial is powered by a 323.5 cu-in inline-eight engine generating 135 horsepower from the factory, mated to a Fluid Drive manual transmission on the steering column that allowed the car to idle in gear and start smoothly without stalling. The Imperial was reportedly refurbished in 2019, when it received fresh cream paint and new mohair upholstery. 

This Imperial is now offered with manuals, some spare parts, and transferrable New York registration in the seller's name.

Factory Equipment 

• 323.5 cu-in inline eight-cylinder engine rated at 135 hp and 270 lb-ft. of torque 

• Believed to be original Tan Mohair interior 

• Presto-Matic semi-automatic transmission 

• Split windshield and three-piece rear window 

• 6-volt electrical system 

• Electric windows 

• 110-mph speedometer and gauges for amps, fuel, oil pressure, and water temperature 

• AM radio 

• Steel wheels with Chrysler hubcaps 

• Gold carpet  

Modifications 

From the seller: “The car was in the Summer 2019 issue of Apex magazine (photos in gallery) featuring Nino’s Collision LLC, which shows two pictures of the vehicle stripped down to show the workmanship.” 

• Refurbishment in 2019 included: 

  • Refinished in Pagoda Cream paint 

  • New brakes and wheel cylinders 

  • New drive shaft 

  • New radiator 

  • Some new wiring 

  • Coker Classic 8.20R15 wide whitewall tires 

  • Leather steering wheel wrap 

  • Trunk undercoated 

Known Imperfections 

• Rust stain in trunk from jack 

• Scuffs and pitting on some chrome pieces 

• Wear and missing paint in engine bay 

• Wheels are scuffed and missing paint 

• Missing paint on speedometer bezel 

• Radio and clock inoperable 

• Backside of steering wheel is cracked and missing pieces 

• Spots on seat upholstery 

• Carpet stained

• Left-rear window motor inoperable

Ownership History 

The seller of this 1950 Chrysler Imperial purchased it in the summer of 2003. The seller says, “The previous owner told me I am the third owner of the car, and it has been garage kept. It has a 6-volt system with electric windows, all original chrome, and Fluid Drive. It needs new carpet, and the left rear window motor and radio don't work.” 

Included Items 

• Miscellaneous spare parts 

• Factory shop manual 

• Factory radio manual 

• Front floor mats 

• New carpet kit 

• Spare tire

Additional Information

New York State does not issue a Certificate of Title for any motor vehicle of model year 1972 or older; ownership is instead proven with a transferable registration and bill of sale.