The Torqueflite transmission that was in the '57 Imperial was superior in every
way to anything built in its day. Putting up with the inconvenience of not
having "Park" is part of the fun of having and driving the older car. There is
nothing unsafe about it, provided that it is used properly, and the car is kept
in top shape.
The Torqueflite was built to last, the G.M. Automatic Overdrive transmission
(while good) was built to economize. I have two cars with the 200 4R G.M.
Automatic Transmission. Those transmissions are not known for their quality, or
longevity. When working correctly, they do work well, but cost double the price
of a Torqueflite to overhaul.
Paul
In a message dated 4/23/2004 11:00:12 PM Eastern Daylight Time, Overland14
writes:
> If you paid attention to street rods you would know that push button shifters
>are available for GM transmissions.....and all I have to do is my magic with
>the buttons.....the only
> way anyone will know is to look under the car.
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