Re: IML: Ranking of models and packages

[PAUL WENTINK <randalpark@xxxxxxx>]

It is also worth mentioning that when this line up began, Imperial 
wanted to match Cadillac model for model. Custom, Crown, and LeBaron 
corresponded with the Sixty Two, DeVille, and Fleetwood series 
Cadillacs. Imperial didn't offer as many body styles in each series as 
Cadillac did. For example, the only Imperial convertible was in the 
Crown series, while Cadillac had one for each. They really intended to 
give GM a run for the money, offering many body style choices in each 
series with very impressive and exclusive nomenclature.

Paul W.


-----Original Message-----
From: Marty Trendler <mtnose@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
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Sent: Sun, 10 Feb 2008 2:47 am
Subject: Re: IML: Ranking of models and packages




Hi David,

 

Example:

      Plymouth had three model levels: Savoy, Belvadere, and Fury. Each 
model progressively had a more deluxe interior and exterior package. 
Imperial had the same system named Custom, Crown and LeBaron. Each 
Model also cost progressively more. For the most part, aside from the 
trim packages, the cars were the same with standard options for each 
model. The styles can vary Sedan, Southampton, four door, two door, 
hard top, etc. The Convertibles usually were a Crown two door only. 
Almost every interior package had many color and texture options along 
with secondary mechanical options, that could be ordered at the 
dealer, so each and every car is unique onto its self. LeBarons would 
have sold for more new, but convertibles are getting a better resale 
today. I find that a cars value is a combination of it's original 
design, unique options and level of correct restoration (or original 
condition).

 Hope this gives clarity.

Imperially Yours,

 

Marty Trendler

Red Bluff, Ca.

1959 Imperial LeBaron 4 Door Sedan


 

----- Original Message ----
From: David Randall <david.randall@xxxxxxx>
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Sent: Saturday, February 9, 2008 8:28:01 AM
Subject: IML: Ranking of models and packages

Folks,

I've searched on the site and elsewhere for this info, and maybe I 
missed
it, but I don't quite understand  the rakings of models and/or packages 
in
the Imperial line. In the '61s for example, where does a LeBaron sit 
vs. a
Crown or Southampton?

Thanks,


David
'78 NYB coupe


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