I?ve been watching this thread and making note of everyone?s comments. Personally I have better luck with Mopar products than any other. I?ve never driven a Ford that didn?t give me problems and eventually make me walk. But that?s not say they make a bad product. Ford trucks outsell all others hands down. But you know what?... I?d never trade my Dodge truck for one.
I think Ford and GM have always had a better feel for styling than Chrysler. And we all know that the majority of car sales have more to do with looks than function. For me the Chrysler vehicles have always been beautiful. But hey, most people like Rocky Road ice cream and I can?t stand the stuff. So what does that tell you?
As the old saying goes, ?Beauty Is In The Eye Of The Beholder?
Don?t bash another person because he like his ride better than he likes yours.
Ken
67 Crown 4 Dr Ht (to me, she?s a beauty)
From: mailing-list-owner@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:mailing-list-owner@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Wayne Michaels
Sent: Thursday, July 20, 2006 9:23 AM
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How the car drives and handles is a personal taste. And read my comments, I wasn't comparing. I was stating I own those vehicles. That's all. If Chrysler and Imperial was so much better then why didn't they sell as well. Buy what you like and Don't put down the other makes as inferior because you think they are. STOP THIS> Bob
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Sent: Thursday, July 20, 2006 6:02 AM
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No Imperial is better than any Lincoln or Cadillac?? How can anyone make such a sweeping statement? Comparing a '60s Lincoln to an '80s Imperial is like comparing a spinach salad to a maple bar.
I submit that there are Imperials that were better, if only from an engineering standpoint. The single most important difference between our cars and the others was the suspension system. These cars clearly had the advantage over the competition in that area. To many, the most important feature of any car is how it drives, and that is where the Imperial EXCELLED.
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From: baker-michaels@xxxxxxx
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Sent: Wed, 19 Jul 2006 9:59 PM
Subject: Re: IML: Why choose Imperial over Caddy or Lincoln?
Actually I am truly tired of this thread, but the only reason to buy any car you buy is because it is what suits you. I happen to prefer Lincoln Continental over any luxury car, but, I have had Imperials of all vintages and they are incredible too, but Lincoln is what suits me better. I still own an 81 and an 83 Imperial which to me of the Luxury cars of the period were the nicest, but talk about troubled vehicles???????. My 69 Lincoln Continental Coupe, 4DR sedan, and Mark III are the most trouble free, smooth quiet, comfortable and powerful of any cars I have ever had. No Imperial is any better than any Lincoln or Cadillac if taken care of properly. It is just what suits the specific needs of the driver. I love them all Fomoco and Mopar preferably, but what works for me doesn't work for the next guy. Buy and enjoy what makes you happy and don't put down the others because they are not what works for you. Bob Baker
1957 Ford Fairlane 500 2Dr, 4Dr, Sunliner, Ranchero, Country Squire
1969 Continental Coupe, 4Dr, Mark III
1981and 83 Chrysler Imperial
and sold yesterday 1960 Imperial Crown Southampton 2Dr
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Sent: Wednesday, July 19, 2006 7:29 PM
Subject: Re: IML: Why choose Imperial over Caddy or Lincoln?
One common theme about Why Imperial over the competition is that we've all been bitten and hooked by it's Elegance/mystique. My story goes like this; My dad was looking to replace his 66 Chry. Newport. We walked around as a family in the Chrysler lot and I sat in the back of a 1973 Imperial. I thought I was in a space capsule and we were about to take off. We didn't by the car but I was bitten. My Father opted for a 73 caddy that yr., but I never forgot my experience as you can tell. I've bought and sold a 1973 Imperial and now have 3-Imperials 91,93,93. I know their not vintage like everyone else , but to me I get the same High when I drive her down and around town -Anthony
P.s. -Lets not forget that if you own a Chevy or a Ford back in the day, you were considered to be a driving a working man's car. But to own a Chrysler- You were considered making- Agreed!
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Sent: Wednesday, July 19, 2006 7:48 PM
Subject: Re: IML: Why choose Imperial over Caddy or Lincoln?
I chose mine because I wanted something different from a cadillac and in Australia there are so many Cadillacs. I also wanted a Chrysler Corp car with a long wheel base and have always dreamed of owning a hemi car. I have owned mine for about 6 months and I love the drive and power of my Imperial.
In saying all that I am still a classic car enthusiast and can appreciate any classic car on it's merits but I have a slant towards the Chrysler Corp.
