IML: K. T. Keller Era Musings...

["Currell Pattie" <currellpattie@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

I realize that few members here have the 49-54 Imperials, but I would like 
to call to your attention a recent addition to the 1953 Imperials By Year 
section of our site.  Elijah Scott recently added a chapter, in a Postwar 
Collectibles book that I provided, regarding Cardinal Cushman's '53 
Limousine. Interesting reading, and note a couple of added features for the 
Cardinal. Also, the video of Roger Irland's '54 Custom Sedan is excellent, 
and I recommend it.  Of course, go to the 1954 section here.

As a '53 Custom Sedan owner, I will admit to a little bias, but here is how 
I rate the '53 vs the rather similar '54.

Advantage '54:

1. The grille.

2. 235 HP (vs 180 for the '53).

3. Better chance of getting A/C (still slim, though).

4. You always got Powerflite.

Advantage '53

1. No chrome trim on the front fenders (cleaner look).

2. Wood trim around the interior doorhandles, vs engine turned look (both 
are nice).

3. Instrument panel; single pod for '49-'53, with all gauges. '54 has 
"idiot" lights for that year, and a different, less integrated design.

A wash on...

1. Extra chrome trim on lip of hood.

2. Clear rear window on '54 vs two bars on '53.

3. Bumper guards.

4. Taillight design.

I like 'em both, and think that Virgil Exner did a fine job of facelifting 
the basic '49 design. This gave him breathing room for the '55 Chrysler 
line.

Currell

1953 Custom Imperial, with Powerflite

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