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John Merritt
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Back before the Imperial nameplate was a standalone brand, Chrysler offered the Imperial as their top-of-line selection. As with many top tier cars of the 30s, the Imperial had class and distinction, and this model is no exception.

1937 Chrysler Imperial C-15 Town Car by LeBaron - Matrix Models - #102 of 408 

1937 Chrysler C 15 Imper TC 0
1937 Chrysler C 15 Imper TC 1
1937 Chrysler C 15 Imper TC 4
1937 Chrysler C 15 Imper TC 5
1937 Chrysler C 15 Imper TC 6
1937 Chrysler C 15 Imper TC 7

A couple of brief comments about this model. It has an honored place in my collection as it came to me from the Dick Browne Collection. This model was issued by NEO Scale Models as well, while the model is essentially the same, there are some differences, the main one being the Matrix version has an open driver's area, and the NEO version is closed. It's a very unique model, with loads of class and distinction.

Here's a couple of photos I borrowed from the conceptcars.com website. They perfectly depict this fabulous car in some natural beauty.

1937 Chrysler Imperial C15 L1
1937 Chrysler Imperial C15 L5
1937 Chrysler Imperial C15 L2
1937 Chrysler Imperial C15 L3
1937 Chrysler Imperial C15 L4
1937 Chrysler Imperial C15 L6

 


John Merritt
South Lyon, Michigan - USA


   
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Top flight automobile and equally impressive photography John!



   
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 Geno
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Absolutely beautiful model John.  I love Imperials,  and that one is gorgeous. 🤑



   
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David Green
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 Beautifully done. Thanks John.



   
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Posted by: @jcarnutz

"It has an honored place in my collection as it came to me from the Dick Browne Collection."

Nicely said!

This Chrysler is an outstanding car in 1/43 and 1:1.   I'm pretty sure it's new to me; I don't recall ever seeing one before.     Thanks John!



   
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I agree with all above. Beautiful car and nice pictures.


Ed Davis
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Pure elegance.



   
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Richard Dube
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IMG 3627

I have the Matrix version of this model I posted pictures before. This is one of my favorite models in my collection. The chrome trim is very sharp and the interior is simply stunning.


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Posted by: @nickies

"The chrome trim is very sharp, and the interior is simply stunning."

Agreed, VERY nice!  👍 



   
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