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1966 Imperial Crown Convertible [BY1-M-27]

1966 Imperial Crown Convertible [BY1-M-27] in Pawn Stars, Non-fiction TV, 2009-2024 Ep. 2.03+

Class: Cars, Convertible — Model origin:

1966 Imperial Crown Convertible [BY1-M-27]

Vehicle used a lot by a main character or for a long time

Comments about this vehicle

Author	Message
tv boy ◊ 2011-08-16 01:09	This car belongs to "the old man" (Richard Harrison). He's often seen leaning against it as he talks to the camera. In ep. 2.03, the rest of the family takes it away to have it restored: From the "Christmas Special" episode, not given an episode number by the IMDB:
Commander 57 ◊ 2011-08-16 01:13	Ah! There it is. (Now for the '65 Lincoln.)
tv boy ◊ 2011-08-16 20:01	BTW I forgot to mention, the old man says only 514 of these were made. Is that true?
Nightrider ◊ 2011-08-16 22:01	Imperials ever was far behind...in terms of sales.
somename ◊ 2011-08-16 22:31	tv boy wrote BTW I forgot to mention, the old man says only 514 of these were made. Is that true? Corresponds with my sources.
Commander 57 ◊ 2011-08-16 22:34	Also corresponds with the Imperial Web Pages site: http://www.imperialclub.com/Yr/1966/FactsAndFigures.htm The 514 figure is just for convertibles, of course. The total model year production for all models was 13,752. -- Last edit: 2011-08-16 22:36:35
CougarTim ◊ 2011-08-17 00:20	There was an article about this car in Automobile magazine in the May 2010 issue: Link to "www.automobilemag.com" It has some modifications; the car was originally painted "dove tan" and the original interior wood trim has been replaced, but with good intent: "Brushed aluminum replaced the faded wood trim. Although expertly crafted, this still lowers the car's value. But it will likely endure top-down daily use under the Vegas sun, and that's the difference between the uncertain investment of a collector car and the daily dividends of a classic driver."
Commander 57 ◊ 2011-08-17 00:53	As a purist, I prefer original/authentic but I can understand the decision.
tv boy ◊ 2011-08-17 05:22	I figured the 514 just referred to convertibles. I presumed when the interior and uptop were changed from tan/white to black, it's because the originals on both were in rough shape. The gang did this for the old man for an anniversary present, but (according to the show) wanted to keep it a surprise. So they lied to him and told him they sold it for $1,000 to some kid who wanted to convert it to a low rider with leopard skin interior. Naturally the old man went into a furious, obscenity-filled tirade. -- Last edit: 2011-08-17 05:23:41
Commander 57 ◊ 2011-08-17 15:30	Clearly scripted, of course. That part of the show annoys me a bit. The interplay between the principals seems so staged at times. Just stick with the merchandise, guys!
Nightrider ◊ 2011-08-17 16:36	Commander 57 wrote The total model year production for all models was 13,752. 1966 Cadillac production figures Calais 28,680 Sedan de Ville 72,410 Coupe de Ville 50,580 de Ville convertible 19,200 Eldorado 2,250 Fleetwood 19,085 Fleetwood 75 4,480
Commander 57 ◊ 2011-08-17 16:56	OK, we have Cadillac and Imperial production figures. Anyone want to add Lincoln?
Nightrider ◊ 2011-08-17 17:06	35,809 Continental 4dr 15,766 Continental 2dr 3,180 Continental Conv
Commander 57 ◊ 2011-08-17 17:17	Comparison complete! Thanks. Goes to show why Chrysler eventually discontinued the Imperial. A shame because they were truly beautiful cars. -- Last edit: 2011-08-17 17:19:03
Nightrider ◊ 2011-08-17 17:24	Poor marketing. Notice than 1976 Chrysler Newyourker Brougham was 75 Imperial LeBaron, integrated in Chrysler lineup, and it did very well.
Commander 57 ◊ 2011-08-17 17:32	Well, I'm sure the fact that it cost less was a factor in the sales increase.
Nightrider ◊ 2011-08-17 18:33	Well, in 76 base price for Newyorker Brougham was $6,737. In 75, as Imperial LeBaron, it was cost $9,046. Note, than in early 70s entry-level Crown model was phased out due to poor sales.
maxman ◊ 2013-08-23 06:46	tv boy wrote I figured the 514 just referred to convertibles. I presumed when the interior and uptop were changed from tan/white to black, it's because the originals on both were in rough shape. The gang did this for the old man for an anniversary present, but (according to the show) wanted to keep it a surprise. So they lied to him and told him they sold it for $1,000 to some kid who wanted to convert it to a low rider with leopard skin interior. Naturally the old man went into a furious, obscenity-filled tirade. His reaction was hilarious, though.

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