1981 - 1983 Imperials are NOT Chryslers. Both Chrysler and the federal government recognized these cars as a separate make. "Chrysler" badging didn't appear on them at all. Many MoPar clubs, including the WPC Club, also uphold the separate make status. -----Original Message----- From: mailing-list-owner@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:mailing-list-owner@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx]On Behalf Of Christopher Hoffman Sent: Sunday, July 21, 2002 7:49 PM To: mailing-list@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Subject: Re: IML: Chrysler Imperial The '81-83 Imperials are indeed Chrysler Imperials, regardless of body designation (as are the '90-94 models).