Chrysler by Chrysler
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| Manufacturer | Chrysler Australia |
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| Also called | The Chrysler [1] Dodge SE (South Africa) [2] |
| Production | November 1971–October 1976 |
| Predecessor | Chrysler VG VIP |
| Successor | Chrysler CL Regal SE |
| Class | Full-size |
| Body style | 4-door sedan 2-door hardtop |
| Layout | FR layout |
| Engine | 265 cu in (4.3 L) 6-cyl 360 cu in (5.9 L) V8 318 cu in (5.2 L) V8 |
| Transmission | 3spd automatic |
| Wheelbase | 115.0 in (2,921 mm) |
| Length | 196.7 in (4,996 mm) |
| Width | 74.2 in (1,885 mm) |
| Height | Sedan: 56.2 in (1,427 mm) Hardtop: 55.2 in (1,402 mm) |
| Curb weight | Sedan (V8): 3,570 lb (1,620 kg) |
| Related | Chrysler Valiant |
The Chrysler by Chrysler is a luxury automobile which was produced by Chrysler Australia from 1971 to 1976.
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[edit] CH Series
The original CH Series Chrysler by Chrysler was introduced in November 1971 replacing the Chrysler VIP [3] as Chrysler’s competitor to the Ford Fairlane and the Statesman in the Australian prestige car market.[3] It was offered in four-door Chrysler Sedan and two-door Chrysler Hardtop models.[3] The Chrysler was based on the VH series Chrysler Valiant, utilizing the floorpan of the two-door Hardtop version.[3] The 115 in (2,900 mm) wheelbase of the Chrysler was identical to that of the Valiant Hardtop and 4 in (100 mm) longer than that used on the Valiant Sedan.[3] The Chrysler also differed significantly from the Valiant in external appearance, featuring a four headlight grille encircled by a chrome surround and a unique wrap-around horizontal tail-light assembly.[3] The frontal styling was highly reminiscent of the 1971 US Dodge Coronet. A long list of standard luxury equipment items set the Chrysler further apart from the Valiant and included front disc brakes, power assisted steering, a push button radio with power antenna, a carpeted boot, tinted power operated windows and courtesy lighting which included adjustable reading lights for rear passengers.[3] Considerable attention had also been taken to reduce Noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) with the application of additional soundproofing material.[3] A 265 cu in (4.3 L) Hemi six-cylinder engine was fitted as standard equipment, with an American designed, Australian built 360 cu in (5.9 L) V8 available as an option.[3] An imported “TorqueFlite” three-speed automatic transmission was used in all variants.[3]
[edit] CJ Series
An updated CJ Series version of the Chrysler was released in May 1973,[4] one month after the VJ Series update of the Valiant.[5] Styling changes to the Chrysler were minor.[6] The four-door Sedan was now the only model offered with the two-door Hardtop body-style not being carried over from the CH series.[7]
[edit] CK Series
An updated CK Series Chrysler was released in October 1975, coinciding with the release of the VK Valiant range.[8] Changes were again minor.[9] The 360 cu in (5.9 L) V8 engine was modified to improve both economy and performance .[10] however new emission regulations saw this unit replaced by a 318 cu in (5.2 L) V8 from 1 July 1976.[11]
The CK Chrysler was discontinued in October 1976 with the introduction of the CL Series of Valiant and Regal models. This range included a luxury Chrysler Regal SE Sedan which effectively replaced the Chrysler,[12] although it did not feature the longer wheelbase or the unique styling features of the outgoing model.
[edit] Dodge SE - South Africa
The Chrysler by Chrysler was marketed in South Africa as the Dodge SE [13] from 1972 to 1975.[2] For compliance with South African local-content laws, it was powered by the 225 Slant-6 rather than the Australian Hemi-6.[2]
[edit] See also
[edit] References
- ^ www.valiant.org Retrieved on 16 April 2011
- ^ a b c Chrysler of South Africa Retrieved from www.allpar.com on 10 January 2011
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j Chrysler by Chrysler CH Retrieved on 10 August 2010
- ^ Elizabeth Tuckey and Ewan Kennedy, Chrysler Valiant, 1996, page 129
- ^ Elizabeth Tuckey and Ewan Kennedy, Chrysler Valiant, 1996, page 113
- ^ Elizabeth Tuckey and Ewan Kennedy, Chrysler Valiant, 1996, page 129-130
- ^ Elizabeth Tuckey and Ewan Kennedy, Chrysler Valiant, 1996, page 133
- ^ Elizabeth Tuckey and Ewan Kennedy, Chrysler Valiant, 1996, page 135 & 145
- ^ Elizabeth Tuckey and Ewan Kennedy, Chrysler Valiant, 1996, page 148
- ^ Elizabeth Tuckey and Ewan Kennedy, Chrysler Valiant, 1996, page 147
- ^ Valiant VK/CK Technical Specifications Retrieved on 10 August 2010
- ^ Tony Davis, Aussie Cars, 1987, page 147
- ^ Dodge in South Africa 1962 - 1978 Timeline and Literature Retrieved from www.moby302.co.za on 10 January 2011
