Impeccable Imperial Restoration

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  • Опубліковано 30 вер 2022
  • This 1959 Chrysler Imperial restoration cost a fortune but we're not telling his wife! Dennis found this gem at the Lake Mirror Classic in Lakeland, Florida.
    #Chrysler #ChryslerImperial #1959 #mopar #moparaddicts #moparornocar #car #carlover #classiccars #classiccar #restoration
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  • @christopherkraft1327
    @christopherkraft1327 Рік тому +24

    A gorgeous Imperial!!! I can just picture Milburn Drysdale being driven around in this beauty!!! 👍👍

    • @rijobaabojir2779
      @rijobaabojir2779 Рік тому +11

      Hahaha! The Beverly Hillbillies is the first thing that comes to mind when I see one of these classic Imperials. I always looked forward to Drysdale pulling up in his.

    • @josephgaviota
      @josephgaviota Рік тому +2

      As a kid, big fan of BH !! I think I'll go out by the see-ment pond, and pet the critters!

  • @Nunofurdambiznez
    @Nunofurdambiznez Рік тому +29

    It's not a "Chrysler Imperial".. it's an Imperial BY Chrysler.. there's a big difference!

    • @3713msg
      @3713msg Рік тому

      Explain in detail the difference. Same as a Pinto BY Ford, really.....

    • @siddrajput1029
      @siddrajput1029 Рік тому +3

      @@3713msg "Chrysler Imperial" means "Imperial" is the model, and "Chrysler" is the make. That is incorrect. This car is an "Imperial". The make is "Imperial" and the model looks like "Crown."

  • @aaronburratwood.6957
    @aaronburratwood.6957 Рік тому +31

    It wasn’t that bad, only a three year restoration. Now that’s a guy with a love for his car.

  • @sabba_dabba8649
    @sabba_dabba8649 Рік тому +12

    Had to watch this twice. It is so awesome. In my opinion best of the era.
    Update: 5 times

  • @marvinhedgecock8833
    @marvinhedgecock8833 Рік тому +7

    IT'S NOT A CHRYSLER IMPERIAL BUT JUST A IMPERIAL! MARVIN FROM UTAH

  • @mtnvalley9298
    @mtnvalley9298 Рік тому +17

    Thanks Dennis and to the owner. This one is so outstanding.....and I'm lusting again. It's gorgeous.

  • @jakespeed63
    @jakespeed63 Рік тому +16

    Absolutely incredible machine. Mind blowing restoration. Lake Mirror Classic just around the corner.

  • @HypocriticYT
    @HypocriticYT Рік тому +12

    People who pay to restore these cars are saving automobile history for all of us 😊

  • @choward5430
    @choward5430 Рік тому +5

    1959 ANYTHING is awesome!

  • @isaacsrandomvideos667
    @isaacsrandomvideos667 Рік тому +8

    Awesome car

  • @Friedbrain11
    @Friedbrain11 Рік тому +5

    I want my '63 Imperial LeBaron back again. Wonderful car.

  • @TamarinPamarin
    @TamarinPamarin Рік тому +16

    That car is piece of art

    • @roberterdei8627
      @roberterdei8627 Рік тому

      It litterally isn't, unless you are single-handedly changing the definition of "aŕt"

    • @tommygatch
      @tommygatch Рік тому +8

      definition of art
      "the expression or application of human creative skill and imagination, typically in a visual form such as painting or sculpture, producing works to be appreciated primarily for their beauty or emotional power."
      It took human creative skill to design the car. Back when this car was designed, I believe they still sculpted a model out of clay.
      I am pretty sure this car is being appreciated for its beauty. By the sounds of it, the owner/restorer does have a fairly emotional tie to the car. I'm sure it would stir emotions in others that may have a memory of this car from their earlier years.
      So yeah, it could be defined as art.

    • @MyClassicCarTV
      @MyClassicCarTV  Рік тому +6

      Well said!

    • @JohnShinn1960
      @JohnShinn1960 Рік тому +3

      @@roberterdei8627 I'll say it's art.
      Go drive a Picasso.

    • @christopherkraft1327
      @christopherkraft1327 Рік тому +1

      @@roberterdei8627 What is wrong with you???

  • @hummervs3278
    @hummervs3278 19 днів тому +1

    I am not a Chrysler guy- but there is no denying the beauty in that ride.

  • @jaredmehrlich6683
    @jaredmehrlich6683 Рік тому +12

    Oh my God the swivel seat is so amazing. 🔥 I love this car! 💖

  • @benniebarrow348
    @benniebarrow348 Рік тому +2

    I'd expect to see Perry Mason and Della Street to get out when that beauty pulled up..........Awesome !

  • @akulinamackenzie4492
    @akulinamackenzie4492 Рік тому +6

    beautiful monster 💕👍

  • @bryduhbikeguy
    @bryduhbikeguy Рік тому +9

    Well done Sir ! Congratulations.

  • @HotRod-wv4vm
    @HotRod-wv4vm Рік тому +18

    I remember those Imperials. Beautiful cars and interior was unbelievable

  • @daveblevins3322
    @daveblevins3322 5 місяців тому +2

    That is a stunning example. 👍 Well done sir 👍🇺🇸

  • @andydecastro11
    @andydecastro11 Рік тому +8

    Land art

  • @jessebaldwin2661
    @jessebaldwin2661 Рік тому +2

    When I was a kid back in 1958 our neighbor had one like this in mint green. It was the talk of the neighborhood.

  • @bondisteve3617
    @bondisteve3617 Рік тому +6

    Thanks Mr. Dennis. You've done it again...and I'll be tellin' my wife...holy smokes!

  • @donaldduke2233
    @donaldduke2233 Рік тому +6

    MAGNIFICENT ! ! !

  • @dumpsterchicken6287
    @dumpsterchicken6287 Місяць тому +2

    What a classy automobile

  • @jamesparker6017
    @jamesparker6017 Рік тому +5

    Coral Gables 🌴🇺🇸 Beautiful car. We saw it in person 👍 Hermosa 🏄

    • @adventure9606
      @adventure9606 Рік тому +1

      I don't think the car show location is mentioned, was it Hermosa Beach?

    • @MyClassicCarTV
      @MyClassicCarTV  Рік тому +1

      Lakeland, FL. Lake Mirror Classic car show

  • @billmagorian490
    @billmagorian490 Рік тому +8

    This has to be your very best interview. You asked all the right questions. When you were finished I was satisfied.

  • @Jasona1976
    @Jasona1976 Рік тому +8

    A true gem.

  • @anderspan1226
    @anderspan1226 Рік тому +7

    Damn what an amazing car

  • @vincentbasso4903
    @vincentbasso4903 Рік тому +6

    I comment a lot about Imperials because my father had them. My favorite was his 63 Southampton LeBaron.

    • @youtubecarspottersguide1
      @youtubecarspottersguide1 Рік тому +2

      the 63 is my fav next to the 65 LeBaron

    • @vincentbasso4903
      @vincentbasso4903 Рік тому +1

      @@youtubecarspottersguide1 The fins were eliminated in 63. I thought it looked much sleeker.

    • @youtubecarspottersguide1
      @youtubecarspottersguide1 Рік тому +1

      @@vincentbasso4903 yes sir thats why I like it the. best, 62 was odd with the tail light s up on top of the fins /fenders

  • @josephgaviota
    @josephgaviota Рік тому +2

    As a kid, my dad bought a (used) '57 Imperial. Dad let my mom drive it home-he'd drive the '54 Ford 6-cylinder station wagon home after work.
    She'd never driven a car so powerful, so when she got on the freeway onramp, which had a 90º turn in it-she did what she always did in the station wagon, floored it. Needless to say, she did a 270, scared the heck out of her. She got the car straightened out, and we all made it home, all in one piece! I was 5 or 6, and thought the whole thing was fun.

  • @terryeustice5399
    @terryeustice5399 Рік тому +8

    A beautiful car. And the chrome goes on forever. Nice ! Thank you for sharing!

  • @dukeallen432
    @dukeallen432 Рік тому +5

    Happy to rewatch this presentation. Thought about it after watching first time.
    Yes and that hunter GREEN is really nice. Pulls in a little of the gaudiness( sp?).
    Cheers

  • @khalidbouchantovf4263
    @khalidbouchantovf4263 Рік тому +5

    Nice

  • @user-xx3fx2kn8q
    @user-xx3fx2kn8q 2 місяці тому +2

    1958 Imperial my love❤❤❤

  • @lemmykilmister873
    @lemmykilmister873 Рік тому +3

    *NICE !!* 🙂👍🏻

  • @TheDavidPdx
    @TheDavidPdx Місяць тому +2

    So so beautiful.

  • @johnbehneman1546
    @johnbehneman1546 28 днів тому +1

    THANK YOU SO MUCH. SO BEAUTIFUL!!!!

  • @billburke7352
    @billburke7352 9 місяців тому +2

    Always lusted for an Imperial, always. Came close in 1964

  • @THROTTLEPOWER
    @THROTTLEPOWER Рік тому +2

    Beautiful '59 👍👍

  • @johnmiller4973
    @johnmiller4973 Рік тому +6

    Dennis the Imperial was a separate brand from 1955 until 1975

  • @TheKarivirtanen
    @TheKarivirtanen Рік тому +7

    😮

  • @unclerudy9797
    @unclerudy9797 Рік тому +5

    Gorgeous Imperial !

  • @gedigi9010
    @gedigi9010 Рік тому +3

    Wow Impeccable I would love to see that car in person:

  • @manonmars2009
    @manonmars2009 Рік тому +3

    This car is beyond outstanding.

  • @bdpopeye
    @bdpopeye Рік тому +6

    Another Virgil Exner masterpiece!! Thanks for posting Dennis!!

    • @dukeallen432
      @dukeallen432 Рік тому +2

      Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder.
      Do agree this car is dazzling.

  • @donaldmilhoan6379
    @donaldmilhoan6379 10 місяців тому +2

    OMG that the most beautiful car!!!!❤❤❤

  • @terryhunsicker3708
    @terryhunsicker3708 Рік тому +8

    Always called these winged giants "old lady cars" when I was a kid. I was more into muscle cars but came to appreciate their true beauty as I grew in age. Gorgeous machine.

  • @mickeysadler5272
    @mickeysadler5272 Рік тому +4

    Love it

  • @pissbridge
    @pissbridge Рік тому +6

    What an amazing machine it is truly tasteful!!!!

  • @04dram04
    @04dram04 Рік тому +6

    Old Chryslers dont get the attention they deserve.

  • @MrTurboRotary
    @MrTurboRotary Рік тому +5

    Unbelievable beautiful machine 👍👍👍

  • @paulhailey2537
    @paulhailey2537 Рік тому +2

    MAGNIFICENT AUTOMOBILE

  • @steventrosiek2623
    @steventrosiek2623 11 місяців тому +2

    Unbelievable beauty

  • @keithdukes5990
    @keithdukes5990 Рік тому +8

    It's an "IMPERIAL!" By Chrysler but not a Chrysler imperial! 🙄 Having said that it's certainly a beautiful Automobile!!!👍😊

    • @RadioWNEW
      @RadioWNEW 10 місяців тому

      You mean: Imperial Crown Southampton by Chrysler Corporation :-)

  • @user-rw4op8jw2x
    @user-rw4op8jw2x Рік тому +8

    First of all, the finish of the restoration is very wonderful.
    The abundant use of chrome gives it a beautiful and luxurious feel.
    Is the tail fin a symbol of the golden age of American cars in the 50's? It looks like a Cadillac from around the same time.
    The push button transmission is an innovative idea.
    It's surprising that the latest car has a switch instead of a shift lever, but did this car foresee the future? Hahaha

    • @THRASHMETALFUNRIFFS
      @THRASHMETALFUNRIFFS Рік тому +3

      59 was the pinnacle, yes... I recently saw a whole documentary about how GM Olds, etc. rushed to change the designs they already had pre-planned for 59 because of what the GM dude saw through the fence at Chrylser but HArley Earl went on vacation so the 2nd guy let the designers go wild!!

  • @stevehartz4615
    @stevehartz4615 10 місяців тому +2

    That is a masterpiece!!!

  • @fernandogodinez-tt4ro
    @fernandogodinez-tt4ro Рік тому +2

    Sweet ride 😎

  • @vladilenkalatschev4915
    @vladilenkalatschev4915 9 місяців тому +2

    Gorgeous ❤

  • @tompage6421
    @tompage6421 Рік тому +2

    Stunning. 👍🇬🇧

  • @Fleetwoodjohn
    @Fleetwoodjohn Рік тому +2

    BEAUTIFUL 😎

  • @michaelbrinkley9323
    @michaelbrinkley9323 Рік тому +4

    Wow!!!

  • @Porsche996driver
    @Porsche996driver Рік тому +2

    Awesome.

  • @oscarbaezsoria1650
    @oscarbaezsoria1650 Рік тому +2

    I was waiting for the owner to say....."Say hello to my little friend!" when he opened up the hood. LOL!

  • @ms.sonshine8878
    @ms.sonshine8878 Рік тому +2

    A beauty. I especially love the interior, back window and back end.

  • @JohnShinn1960
    @JohnShinn1960 Рік тому +2

    A dream to me, so let me drive it to make it real!
    👍👍👍👍

  • @imranabbasi7871
    @imranabbasi7871 Рік тому +4

    👍

  • @THRASHMETALFUNRIFFS
    @THRASHMETALFUNRIFFS Рік тому +1

    InDubitably!! So stylized, reminds me of that finned car from the sunday comic strip... the old grouchy guy?? Maybe that was aFury?
    (We love Green!!)

  • @04dram04
    @04dram04 Рік тому +2

    Its wild how much more luxurious these cars were in the 50's, then today. Compare this to the current Chrysler 300. Not even close

  • @kennethwise7108
    @kennethwise7108 Рік тому +4

    Nice job guys

  • @austingreenough6396
    @austingreenough6396 Рік тому +2

    What a gorgeous car.
    Thanks for your video

  • @davidallen5776
    @davidallen5776 5 місяців тому +1

    The Imperial name is much too good to lose!

  • @Lord_KillerBee
    @Lord_KillerBee Рік тому +1

    For a Pennsylvania car, a three year restoration isn’t too bad. Given cars in the northeast and New England area tend to rust out due to the weather.

  • @eric81872
    @eric81872 Рік тому +3

    Thank you for the video! 🤩👍♥

  • @daniellantigua7659
    @daniellantigua7659 Рік тому +3

    🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴Best regards from dominican Republic

  • @PeterMcDonald-sl9rt
    @PeterMcDonald-sl9rt 9 місяців тому +2

    Sad, many of these beauties were used in "demolition derbies" in the 60's and 70's. I believe some banned big, Chrysler products, like this one, because of their strong build quality and the difficulty it took to "demolish" them!

  • @Iamrightyouarewrong
    @Iamrightyouarewrong Рік тому +9

    I thought pornography was banned on UA-cam.

  • @markleightonson1770
    @markleightonson1770 Рік тому +1

    Cool

  • @chaddavis7228
    @chaddavis7228 Рік тому +1

    What a beautiful car.

  • @douglasb.1203
    @douglasb.1203 Рік тому +1

    Stunning.

  • @user-ns2vb7wc8xArdjuna
    @user-ns2vb7wc8xArdjuna 2 місяці тому +1

    👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • @drakbar5957
    @drakbar5957 Рік тому +2

    Enough of this debate over whether it’s a Chrysler Imperial, or Imperial by Chrysler. It’s one of the best designs ever by Virgil Exner, who just happened to work for Chrysler and all its automotive divisions.

  • @timothyokane9710
    @timothyokane9710 Рік тому +2

    Dennis the restoration is beautiful but,the car is an "Imperial" by Chrysler, not a Chrysler Imperial, I would think you would know that.

  • @robertestes5887
    @robertestes5887 Рік тому +3

    Dennis don't tell his wife how much he spent that might cause a divorce. LOL

  • @GNeuman
    @GNeuman Рік тому +1

    Wow❤❤❤❤

  • @briannave7326
    @briannave7326 Рік тому +1

    Nice video, I can’t imagine what the price of a car built like that would be today.

  • @alanstrong55
    @alanstrong55 2 місяці тому

    You paid a dear price for this Impy. The color is right. Aftermarket A/C can be added for a fair price. A fine stereo system adds to the pleasure, like Sony.

  • @HypocriticYT
    @HypocriticYT Рік тому +2

    I gotta head south to the US with a wallet full 😊 Have many more old cars without rusted out bodies and frames.

  • @randybock82
    @randybock82 Рік тому

    Beautiful car! They don't make them like this anymore.

  • @smoothoperator7023
    @smoothoperator7023 Рік тому

    My man is obsessed with his wife....

  • @RadioWNEW
    @RadioWNEW 10 місяців тому

    Dennis! Its not a Chrysler Imperial!!!! Its a Imperial Crown Southampton. Calling it a Chrysler Imperial is like calling a Lincoln Continental a Ford Lincoln. Imperial was a separate make from 1955 to 1975. No different than Plymouth, Dodge and DeSoto. That said great video! We need to see more Imperials, thanks for posting.

  • @dflf
    @dflf Рік тому

    What a gaudy chrome covered barge

  • @TwohundredSeventy
    @TwohundredSeventy 4 місяці тому

    "It beats walking."

  • @Camostar555
    @Camostar555 Рік тому

    Any idea of the appx cost of this restoration? And which companies do this type of work? Thanks!

  • @nerradnosnhoj5122
    @nerradnosnhoj5122 Рік тому +1

    Check out Cold War Motors for the ultimate save of a 1960 Plymouth Fury
    This car is a beauty ,

  • @GaryGrube1
    @GaryGrube1 Рік тому

    The Imperial fins were not an answer to the Cadillac fins. It was the other way around. Imperials and other cars from the Chrysler Motor Co, (DeSoto, Plymouth and Dodge) all had high fins before any GM car.

  • @alanstrong55
    @alanstrong55 Рік тому +2

    No A/C. Alaska Edition.

  • @dereksmith6126
    @dereksmith6126 Рік тому +2

    It's a car. What's a car produced for. TO DRIVE.
    So drive it or it's soul dies.

  • @tempolegand7265
    @tempolegand7265 Рік тому +1

    Ooooooof long car
    I got a Mazda r100

  • @johngranato2673
    @johngranato2673 Рік тому

    You can keep it.

  • @ezshmee59
    @ezshmee59 Рік тому

    Go back on Jay Leno Garage.