1961 CHRYSLER & IMPERIAL
Model Designations:
CHRYSLER:
Chrysler Newport, Series RC1-L, 8 Cylinder
Chrysler Windsor, Series RC2-M, 8 Cylinder
Chrysler New Yorker, Series RC3-H, 8 Cylinder
Chrysler 300G, Series RC4-P, 8 Cylinder
IMPERIAL:
Custom, Series RY1-L, 8 Cylinder
Crown , Series RY1-M, 8 Cylinder
Lebaron, Series RY1-H, 8 Cylinder
Crown Imperial, 8 Cylinder
Body Styles & Prices:
Chrysler Newport, 8 Cylinder
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body#813
Base Price: $2,964; Shipping Weight: 3,710 Pounds;
Production Total: 34,370
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #812
Base Price: $3,025; Shipping Weight: 3,690 Pounds:
Production Total: 9,405
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #814
Base Price: $3,104; Shipping Weight: 3,730 Pounds:
Production Total: 7,789
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #815
Base Price: $3,442; Shipping Weight: 3,760 Lbs
Production Total: 2,135
Town & Country Station Wagon, 4 Door, 6 Passenger, Body #858
Base Price: $3,541; Shipping Weight: 4,070 Pounds
Production Total: 1,832
Town & Country Station Wagon, 4 Door, 9 Passenger, Body #859
Base Price: $3,622; Shipping Weight: 4,155 Pounds
Production Total: 1,571
Chrysler Windsor, 8 Cylinder
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #823
Base Price: $3,218; Shipping Weight: 3,730 Pounds;
Production Total: 10,239
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #822
Base Price: $3,303; Shipping Weight: 3,710 Pounds:
Production Total: 2,941
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #824
Base Price: $3,367; Shipping Weight: 3,765 Pounds:
Production Total: 4,156
Chrysler New Yorker, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger Body #833
Base Price: $4,133; Shipping Weight: 4,055 Pounds;
Production Total: 9,984
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #832
Base Price: $4,175; Shipping Weight: 4,055 Pounds
Production Total: 2,541
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #834
Base Price: $4,261; Shipping Weight: 4,100 Pounds
Production Total: 5,862
2 Door Convertible, 6 Passenger, Body #835
Base Price: $4,592; Shipping Weight: 4,070 Pounds;
Production Total: 576
Town & Country Station Wagon, 4 Door, 6 Passenger, Body #878
Base Price: $4,764; Shipping Weight: 4,425 Pounds;
Production Total: 676
Town & Country Station Wagon, 4 Door, 9 Passenger, Body #879
Base Price: $4,871; Shipping Weight: 4,455 Pounds;
Production Total: 760
Chrysler 300G, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 4 Passenger, Body #842
Base Price: $5,411; Shipping Weight: 4,260 Pounds
Production Total: 1,280
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #845
Base Price: $5,841; Shipping Weight: 4,315 Pounds
Production Total: 337
Imperial Custom, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #912
Base Price, $4,925; Shipping Weight: 4,715 Pounds;
Production Total: 889
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #914
Base Price: $5,111; Shipping Weight: 4,740 Pounds;
Production Total: 4,129
Imperial Crown, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #923
Base Price, $5,649; Shipping Weight: 4,855 Pounds;
Production Total: 4,769
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #922
Base Price: $5,405; Shipping Weight: 4,790 Pounds;
Production Total: 1,007
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #925
Base Price: $5,776; Shipping Weight: 4,865 Pounds
Production Total: 429
Imperial Lebaron, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #934
Base Price: $6,428; Shipping Weight: 4,875 Pounds;
Production Total: 1,026
Crown Imperial, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Limousine, 8 Passenger,
Base Price: $16,000; Shipping Weight: 5,960 Pounds;
Production Total: 9
1961 CHRYSLER & IMPERIAL
Chasis:
Wheelbase:
Chrysler:
Newport & Windsor: 122"
New Yorker, & 300:126"
Imperial:
Imperial, Crown, & LeBaron: 129"
Crown Imperial: 149.5"
Tire Sizes:
Chrysler:
Newport & Windsor: 8.00 X 14"
Newport Wagon: 8.50 X 14"
New Yorker: 8.50 X 14"
New Yorker Wagon: 9.00 X 14"
300G: 8.00 X 15"
Imperial:
Imperial, Crown, & LeBaron: 8.20 X 15"
Crown Imperial: 8.90 X 15"
General Engine Specifications:
8 Cylinder, 361 Cu. In., 265 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.1250" X 3.375"
Engine Displacement: 361 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 9.10:1
Taxable Horsepower: 54.45
Horsepower: 265 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 380 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40-65 PSI
Carburetor, 2 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 383 Cu. In., 305 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.2500" X 3.375"
Engine Displacement: 383 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 10.10:1
Taxable Horsepower: 57.80
Horsepower: 305 @ 4,600 RPM
Torque: 410 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40-65 PSI
Carburetor, 2 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 383 Cu. In., 325 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.0312" X 3.750"
Engine Displacement: 383 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 10.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 52.00
Horsepower: 325 @ 4,600 RPM
Torque: 425 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40-65 PSI
Carburetor, 4 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 413 Cu. In., 350 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.1875" X 3.75"
Engine Displacement: 413 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 10.10:1
Taxable Horsepower: 56.11
Horsepower: 350 @ 4,600 RPM
Torque: 470 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40-65 PSI
Carburetor, 4 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 413 Cu. In., 375 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.1875" X 3.75"
Engine Displacement: 413 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 10.10:1
Taxable Horsepower: 56.11
Horsepower: 375 @ 5,000 RPM
Torque: 495 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40-65 PSI
Two 4 Barrel Carburetors
Tune Up Specifications:
Chrysler Newport, 361 Cu. In., 8 Cylinder, Tune Up Specifications:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite A-42
Spark Plug: Gap .035;
Point Gap: .017
Distributor Cam Angle: 27-32 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC Mark on Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 500 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM, in Neutral, A/C Off
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 150 PSI
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5-1/2 PSI
Chrysler Windsor, 383 Cu. In., 8 Cylinder, Tune Up Specifications:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite A-42
Spark Plug: Gap .035;
Point Gap: .017
Distributor Cam Angle: 27-32 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC Mark on Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 500 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM, in Neutral, A/C Off
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 165 PSI
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5-1/2 PSI
Chrysler New Yorker 413 Cu. Inl., 8 Cylinder, Tune Up Specifications:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite A-42
Spark Plug: Gap .035;
Point Gap: .017
Distributor Cam Angle: 27 to 32 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC on Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Neutral, A/C Off
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 165 PSI
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5-1/2 PSI
Chrysler 300 G, 413 Cu. In., 8 Cylinder, Standard Transmission, Tune Up Specifications:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite A-32
Spark Plug: Gap .035;
Point Gap: .017
Distributor Cam Angle:
Each Set of Points: 27 to 32 Degrees
Total Dwell Both Sets: 34 to 40 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC on Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 750 RPM
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 165 PSI
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5-1/2 PSI
Chrysler 300 G, 413 Cu. In., 8 Cylinder, Automatic Transmission, Tune Up Specifications:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite A-32
Spark Plug: Gap .035;
Point Gap: .017
Distributor Cam Angle:
Each Set of Points: 27 to 32 Degrees
Total Dwell Both Sets: 34 to 40 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 5 Degrees BTDC on Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 750 RPM in Neutral, A/C Off
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 165 PSI
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5-1/2 PSI
Imperial, 413 Cu. In., 8 Cylinder, Automatic Transmission, Tune Up Specifications:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite A-42
Spark Plug: Gap .035;
Point Gap: .017
Distributor Cam Angle: 27 to 32 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC on Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Neutral, A/C Off
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 165 PSI
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5-1/2 PSI
Valve Specifications:
Chrysler & Imperial, All Series Except 300, 8 Cylinder Engines:
Valve Lash: .060"-.210"
Valve Angles:
Seat: 45 Degrees
Face: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-7/8"
Valve Spring Pressure: 195 Lbs @ 1-15/32 inches
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .002"-.004"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake; .372"-373"
Exhaust: .371"-.372"
Chrysler 300, 8 Cylinder Engines:
Valve Lash: .060"-.210"
Valve Angles:
Seat: 45 Degrees
Face: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-7/8"
Valve Spring Pressure: 195 Lbs @ 1-15/32 inches
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .002"-.004"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .372"-373"
Exhaust: .371"-.372"
Piston, Pin, Ring, Crankshaft & Bearing Data:
Chrysler, 361 & 383 Cu. In., 8 Cylinder Engines
Piston Clearance: .0003"-.0013"
Ring End
Compression Ring: .013"
Oil Ring: .013"
Wrist Pin Diameter: 1.0936"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.374"-2.375"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.6245"-2.6255"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Thrust: #3 Bearing
Crankshaft End Play: .002"-.007"
Chrysler & Imperial, 413 Cu. In., 8 Cylinder Engines
Piston Clearance: .0003"-.0013"
Ring End
Compression Ring: .013"
Oil Ring: .013"
Wrist Pin Diameter: 1.0936"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.374"-2.375"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.7495"-2.7505"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Thrust: #3 Bearing
Crankshaft End Play: .002"-.007"
Engine Tightening Specifications:
All Engines:
Spark Plugs: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Chylinder Head Bolts: 70 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 50 Ft. Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 30 Ft. Lbs
Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 40 Inch Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 45 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 85 Ft.Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 135 Ft. Lbs.
Capacities:
Chrysler, All Series, 8 Cylinder, Capacities:
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 16 Quarts
With Heater: 17 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 17 Quarts
Radiator Cap Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 23 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission: 2-3/4 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 11 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.
Imperial, All Series, 8 Cylinder, Capacities:
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 16 Quarts
With Heater: 17 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 17 Quarts
Radiator Cap Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 23 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Automatic Transmission: 11 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.
Alternator & Regulator Specifications
Alternator # 2095060
Field Coil Draw: 2.38-2.75 Amperes @ 12 Volts
Current Output: 35 Amperes, 14.6 Volts @ 1,250 RPM
Operating Voltage: 15 Amperes, 13.5-14.1 Volts @ 120 Degrees @ 1,250 RPM
Voltage Regulator Air Gap: .015"
Regulator Armature Air Gap: .048"-.052"
Alternator # 2095425
Field Coil Draw: 2.38-2.75 Amperes @ 12 Volts
Current Output: 40 Amperes, 14.6 Volts @ 1,250 RPM
Operating Voltage: 15 Amperes, 13.5-14.1 Volts @ 120 Degrees @ 1,250 RPM
Voltage Regulator Air Gap: .015"
Regulator Armature Air Gap: .048"-.052"
Alternator # 2095100
Field Coil Draw: 2.38-2.75 Amperes @ 12 Volts
Current Output: 40 Amperes, 14.6 Volts @ 1,250 RPM
Operating Voltage: 15 Amperes, 13.5-14.1 Volts @ 120 Degrees @ 1,250 RPM
Voltage Regulator Air Gap: .015"
Regulator Armature Air Gap: .048"-.052"
Starting Motor Specifications:
Part #1889200
Rotation: Clockwise
Brush Spring Tension: 32-48 Ounces
No Load Test: 80 Amperes, 11.0 Volts @ 3,800 RPM
Torque Test: 350 Amperes, 4.0 Volts @ 8.5 Ft Lbs Torque
Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications-8 Cylinder:
Chrysler Newport & Windsor:
Distributor #1BP-4005E
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle: 27-32 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degrees @ 450 RPM
Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 2,050 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 6"
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 13 Degrees @ 16" Vacuum
Chrysler New Yorker & Imperial:
Distributor #2095530
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle: 27-32 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degrees @ 490 RPM
Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 2,300 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 7-1/2"
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 11 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum
Chrysler 300:
Distributor #1BS-4011
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle:
Each Set of Points: 27 to 32 Degrees
Total Dwell, Both Sets of Points: 34 to 40 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degrees @ 440 RPM
Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 2,400 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 8"
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 9 Degrees @ 14" Vacuum
Carter Carburetor Specifications-8 Cylinder:
Carburetor Model: BBD
Part # 2923S
Idle Screw Setting: 1 Turn
Fast Idle Speed: 1,400 RPM
Float Level: 9/32"
Pump Travel: 5/64"
Choke Unloader Setting: 1/4"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
Carburetor Model: AFB
Part # 3108S
Idle Screw Setting: 1-1/2 Turns
Fast Idle Speed: 1,800 RPM
Float Level:
Primary: 7/32"
Secondary: 7/32"
Float Drop:
Primary: 23/32"
Secondary: 23/32"
Pump Travel Setting: 7/16"
Choke Unloader Setting: 1/4"
Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich
Carburetor Model: AFB
Part # 2903S
Idle Screw Setting: 1 Turns
Fast Idle Speed: 1,500 RPM
Float Level:
Primary: 9/32"
Secondary: 9/32"
Float Drop:
Primary: 9/16"
Secondary: 9/16"
Pump Travel Setting: 1/4"
Choke Unloader Setting: 1/4"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Stromberg Carburetor Specifications-8 Cylinder:
Model #WWC3-188:
Idle Mixture Screws: 1/2-5/8 Turns
Float Level: 7/32"
Fast Idle Cam Position: 1/4"
Choke Unloader: 1/4"
Pump Travel: 9/16"
Bowl Vent Vane: 5/64"
Choke Thermostat Setting: 1 Rich
Fast Idle Speed, Bench: 3-1/2
Rear Axle & Brake Specifications:
Rear Axle & Brake Cylinder Specifications, Windsor:
Rear Axle:
Carrier Type: Removable
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Threaded Adjuster
Adjustment: Adjusted correctly when ring gear & pinion backlash adjusted correctly.
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Washer
Adjustment: .006"-.008"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Adjustment:
New Bearings: 20-30 Inch Lbs.
Used Bearings: 10-15 Inch Lbs.
Brakes:
Brake Drum Diameter: 11"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front: 1-1/8"
Rear: 1-1/8"
Master Cylinder Bore: 1-1/8"
Rear Axle & Brake Cylinder Specifications, Newport:
Rear Axle:
Carrier Type: Removable
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Threaded Adjuster
Adjustment: Adjusted correctly when ring gear & pinion backlash adjusted correctly.
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Washer
Adjustment: .006"-.008"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Adjustment:
New Bearings: 20-30 Inch Lbs.
Used Bearings: 10-15 Inch Lbs.
Brakes:
Brake Drum Diameter: 11"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front: 1-1/8"
Rear: 1-1/8"
Master Cylinder Bore: 1-1/8"
Rear Axle & Brake Cylinder Specifications, All Series Except Newport & Windsor:
Rear Axle:
Carrier Type: Removable
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Threaded Adjuster
Adjustment: Adjusted correctly when ring gear & pinion backlash adjusted correctly.
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Washer
Adjustment: .006"-.008"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Adjustment:
New Bearings: 20-30 Inch Lbs.
Used Bearings: 10-15 Inch Lbs.
Brakes:
Brake Drum Diameter: 12"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front: 1-1/8"
Rear: 1-1/8"
Master Cylinder Bore: 1-1/8"
Wheel Alignment Specifications:
Wheel Alignment Specifications, All Series With Manual Steering:
Caster: - 1/2 Degrees
Camber:
Left Side: +1/2 Degrees
Right Side: +1/4 Degrees
Toe In: 1/8"
Toe-Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 18.8 Degrees (Imperial: 18.5 Degrees)
Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees
Wheel Alignment Specifications, All Series With Power Steering:
Caster: + 3/4 Degrees
Camber:
Left Side: +1/2 Degrees
Right Side: +1/4 Degrees
Toe In: 1/8"
Toe-Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 18.8 Degrees (Imperial: 18.5 Degrees)
Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees
Popular Options, Chrysler:
Golden Tone Radio, Golden Tone Radio with Touch Tuner, Rear Seat Speaker, Power Antenna, Dual Rear Antennas, Heater, Air Conditioning, Dual Air Conditioning, Power Steering (Windsor & Newport, standard on other models), Power Brakes, Power Windows, Power Seat, Torqueflite on Windsor, Non-Slip Differential, Auto Pilot, Automatic Beam Changer, Rear Window Defogger, Left Hand Outside Remote Mirror, Wheel Covers, White Sidewall Tires, Locking Gas Cap, Windshield Washer, Parking Brake Warning Light, Tinted Glass, Dual Exhaust.
Popular Options, Imperial:
Power Brakes; Power Steering; Air Conditioning; Cruise Control; Automatic Headlight Beam Changer; Rear Window Defroster; Electric Door Locks; Flitesweep Deck Lid; Heter; 6 Way Power Seat; Swivel Seat; Stainless Steel Roof in Custom; Sure Grip Differential; Leather Trim; Radio with Rear Speaker & Power Antenna; Remote Control Outside Mirror; Tinted Glass, Right Side Rear View Mirror.
Colors, Chrysler & Imperial:
Code Color
AA-1 Coronado Cream *
BB-1 Formal Black
CC-1 Parisian Blue **
CC-1 Ice Blue *
DD-1 Capri Blue
EE-1 Midnight Blue *
GG-1 Pinehurst Green
JJ-1 Tahitian Turquoise **
KK-1 Teal Blue *
LL-1 Sheffield Silver
MM-1 Dove Gray
NN-1 Executive Gray *
OO-1 Dubonnet **
PP-1 Mardi Gras Red **
PP-1 Coronation Red *
RR-1 Cinnamon **
WW-1 Alaskan White
YY-1 Sahara Sand **
YY-1 Malibu Tan *
ZZ-1 Tuscan Bronze **
ZZ-1 Autumn Russet *
* Imperial Only
** Chrysler Only
Promotional Model Cars Produced:
Plastic: New Yorker 2 Door Hardtop, Imperial 2 Door Hardtop, Imperial Convertible
1961 Chrysler Historical Data
The 1961 Chrysler Model Year Introduction date is not available.
Total 1961 Chrysler Production was 96,454.
Total 1961 Imperial Production was 12,258.
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