Joe MoPar,
One of the best sources is the Standard Catalog of Chrysler 1924 - 1990. Each
of Chrysler's five makes is covered in great detail. Topics include:
production numbers, options, prices, etc.
The book itself is available at most chain bookstores (Borders, Barnes &
Nobles) for about $25.00.
Rich
'60 Imperial Crown 2-dr Southampton
Joe Mopar wrote:
> Hello all,
> I was wondering if someone could direct me to people, places, or books
> where I could find out more about these Forward looking cars. I just
> took a look at the 58 Plymouth Plaza that Clay spotted, and I got to
> thinking that there is a lot that I am clueless about with these cars.
> I have never heard of a Plaza or a Savoy, I have know idea what the
> difference(s) between the two is/are. I have don't know what sort of
> engine options each car had, as well as which tranny. I would also
> like to find some more technical knowledge. I have a '66 318 and 727
> out of a Fury with a 4/barrel intake etc. I thought that the Plaza
> would be one cool ride with this engine in it. What bellhousings bolt
> to what, and how have the 50's engines changed over time. (I know
> that the 318 I have is different from modern 318s: poly heads, wide
> block, etc.) I would hope to find a car like the above mentioned
> Plaza, and find out that one could have opted for a 318 wide block or
> 383 etc. out of the factory. Then I would find this mightier engine
> and have a faster cruiser, while staying close to stock. I am not
> into repowering an old Mopar with an engine that is ch*vy etc. I think
> that the poly 318 was introduced in the 50's and continued until 1967,
> so their might be a chance that it will bolt into something. I would
> rather have a 383, 413, 396 etc., but I know the 318 is a good engine.
> Plus if anyone is interested in a running poly 318 4/br 727 '66 Fury
> powerplant, let me know. Thanks for any information or directions.
> Regards,
> Peter Galmish
>
> '54 M37 (very backward looking, to tell the truth)
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