1962 Imperial LeBaron Limousine Chassis no. 9 323 211 300 Engine no. TBC

1962 Imperial LeBaron Limousine Registration no. Not UK Registered Chassis no. 9 323 211 300 Engine no. TBC Odometer reading: 87,212 MOT: Exempt *Top-of-the-range model *Believed bodied by Carrozzeria Ghia *Present ownership since 2005 Originally an up-market Chrysler, Imperial was registered as a marque in its own right in 1954, a move which enabled the corporation to develop a separate identity for the cars. The Crown Imperial was Chrysler's top-of-the-range and most exclusive model. A direct competitor to Cadillac, it was manufactured in relatively limited numbers. In the immediate post-war years though, the conservatively styled Imperials looked little different from mainstream Chryslers. The latter were virtually identical to those of 1942, and not until 1949 did a new look appear, based on that of the Chrysler New Yorker. In 1953 Chrysler acquired Briggs Manufacturing's body plants in a deal that also included LeBaron, the celebrated and influential styling studio and coachbuilders, but it was not until 1957 that the famous name appeared again on a motor car, gracing the most expensive of the Imperial line-up. In 1962, when this car was made, the only Imperial LeBaron on offer was a four-door, six-seater hardtop. The accompanying invoice from Touring Garage AG of Oberwenngen, Switzerland - issued when the current owner bought the car in June 2005 - describes it as a 'Chrysler Imperial by Ghia', suggesting that the famous Italian coachbuilders Carrozzeria Ghia may have been responsible for the limousine conversion. The car also comes with a Swiss Carte Grise. Offering grace, pace and comfort, this ultimate luxury limousine is guaranteed to turn heads admiringly wherever it goes. This LeBaron has been on static display for a number of years and as such will require recommissioning prior to road use. Please also note this Lot is subject to UK import tax at the reduced rate of 5% if it is to remain in the UK. Lot to be sold without reserve. This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: * N * Subject to import tax at a preferential rate on Hammer Price and the prevailing rate on Buyer's Premium. N MOTORCYCLES If purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (SHIPPIO) to undertake the NOVA and C88 (customs) application if applicable on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £125 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice. CARS If purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (CARS) to undertake the NOVA on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £250 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com