Chrysler Imperial Parade Phaeton

In 1952, Chrysler produced three Chrysler Imperial Parade Phaetons which were ceremonial vehicles. This was after the Second World War and people’s lives were transitioning from that of tension and fear to a hopeful future. The automotive industry was not left behind...

Chrysler New Yorker 1953

Chrysler was willing to convert the then market from a dealer’s-oriented market to a consumer’s kind of market. The car was made from a buyer’s perspective, that is, a financially affordable car, the buyer’s appreciated Chrysler’s reputation for innovation and the...

A happy little accident (a short story)

As a kid, I always considered myself to be somewhat of an outcast. I kept to my own and often wondered how other kids could so easily find hobbies and make friends who shared their passions. I was so willing to socialize, but I never knew what I cared about that much...

Classic Car Craze: The Prestige Of 1953

1953 was a big year for many different things, as World War two was freshly over, and many places were still trying to rebuild and recover from the shortages and damage of the war. The United States wasn’t without wartime troubles, but 1953 would begin to usher...

The 1953 Chrysler New Yorker

In just looking at the 1953 edition of the Chrysler New Yorker, there were several important features that change the overall look of the car. In terms of size, the weight of the car was lessened by about five percent, which accounts for the less bulky appearance and...