She is GORGEOUS!!! I’ve always had a passion for the land yachts. I certainly hope this lovely lady gets the restoration she’s so deserves. Keep up the great work!
Funny story Jamie, I'm not a Mopar guy. I'm a Pontiac guy and recently rescued a '54 Chieftain 2-door sedan. I am a subscriber, and I faithfully watch every video you post. I enjoy them very much. The content is interesting. Your presentation is fun and factual, and there's always a danger that I will learn something from you, and for that, I am grateful. Keep on keeping on, and I will keep watching.
My grandmother had a pink and white 56 Chrysler through most of my dads childhood, and partially through mine, that we called the Pink Panther. In 1972, my grandfather became a silent partner in the local AMC dealership, and replaced the Pink Panther with a brand new Gremlin, which, incidentally, became MY first car in 1983. When she got the new Gremlin, the Pink Panther came to my house, and that’s where my faint memory of it comes from. Dad told stories about him and my uncle when they were teenagers in the early sixties pushing the Pink Panther out of the driveway after Mimi went to sleep to joyride and street race. He said that 354 Hemi showed its tail lights to more than one new GTO! The Pink Panther disappeared from our driveway around 1975, when Dad traded it for a 63 GMC pickup. Haven’t seen it since
Absolutely Love that you bought her! She definitely deserves a little more Love and you are the perfect person to revive her. Some people are so tightly wound that they can't see the humor in everyday life. Most of us get your humor and appreciate your role in putting these cars back on the road. Thanks for bringing your type of humor to the car hobby!
Congrats on the purchase! Nearly 19 feet of incomparable sweep and grace, it has a fidelity of line never before achieved in a motor car. The car that reveals the world's newest thinking, 1955 Imperial. Cheers! 😎👍🏎🏁🏁
I love the 55 imperial. You are a hero at saving these cars! Please don't pay attention to the people who clearly don't know you. You have gotten countless mopars and others back on the road. Not to mention the cars that others can fix ,from watching your content. Thank you Jamie
@@HelpingHand-ic4wt It’s not a problem. Only had one job i could do. VW Jetta. Took the headliner down and it would come out. Took out the column, seats, shifter and package tray. Well come to find out Volkswagen installed the headliner before the glass was put in. No doubt the interior of that Imperial would be time consuming, it can be done. The part of the country I’m in people expect the complete interior to cost $1200.00. I haven’t done a complete interior in 20 years. So they find some scab doing it in their garage with internet/amazon material and supplies. Then a year later they bring it to me to repair. I not only do interiors I do furniture, restaurants, hospitals,cycle,marine,combines,tractors,drapes,shears,pillows,atv, heavy equipment and anything you can think of.
These are Beautiful and Elegant cars .When I was 18 in the early 70s I brought a running 55 Imperial Newport 2 door hardtop for $75.00 it was the reverse colors of your sedan . It sat in my yard exposed to the elements for years (I'll get around to it ) and finally sold it years later for $500.00 and was proud of my decision. It is one of the greatest regrets of my life . I should have gotten it out of the weather and saved it for when I could work on it . I think of it often as I do with the 55 Plymouth Belvedere Sport Coupe I parted out for the 55 Belvedere 4 door sedan I still own . Fix yours up and enjoy it . They are great cars.
They did a really good job of making four door hardtops look almost as good as two door hard tops as the 50's wore on and the Saratoga was probably the best at that. I think the frame machine is warranted on that car.
Here’s some advise from a guy that hangs around 80 year old car guys that talk a lot, for a 6v system to work right you need to use 2/0 or double ought battery cables and clean every ground till it shines on the engine and starter as well as take apart and clean up the starter and then it will work like it has a 12v battery in it also if you still have issues then ohm out the main cables to find the bad ones. Even a little corrosion can cripple a 6v system and I can attest to that. Make sure to clean and inspect the charging system too. If you can’t find 2/0 battery cable to make cables with then you can use 2/0 welding cable as well and only use solid copper cable lugs for the best results. I hope you go back to 6v as it can be an amazing system when working right. If you use this advice please give me Paul Ary a shoutout I’d love it.
Several people clued me in on the importance of big ass battery cables in the 6v system during the revival video. I’ll be going through all that in the future. Thanks!
That old hemi just rumbles. So nice to listen to. The fire is the engine preheater, and they say chrysler did'nt know what they were doing. Ha!. Glad you bought her,brake lights work,she is a keeper. FYI, stp does the same in power steering.
Glad you bought this car,looking forward to more videos on this and your other projects. You kick any quarter panel you feel like, I agree with you can't hurt that car at all. I like and appreciate your channel.
That is a beautiful car, i once tried to buy the same car in blue except the trunk was the road, it was so rusty it was beyond normal restoration, these cars really do rust like crazy, as beautiful as they are
Self repairing '55 Imperials are great! it's those self repairing '57 red Fury coupes that are buyer beware and don't ever call her Christine. lol. I enjoy all your content and the variety keeps things fresh. My list for the first muscle car is the 1930's era Duesenberg SJ roadster (supercharged 265hp straight 8) then the '55 300. GTO was the first "youth targeted " performance vehicle. Great car to make a daily driver.
This car was a very high quality vehicle. I can see it as you cleaned it up and described the upholstery. It’s amazing the craftsmanship and high quality materials that went into it. The gray-blue material and colors in the interior were rich looking and the backseat pull handles, foot rest, ashtray/lighters, all speak of the luxury and convenience this classic Imperial offered in its time. She runs so good. Amazing that she does so! I get it it’s almost 70 years old, so some rust is expected. I can appreciate this old girl!
Thanks Jamie. And congratulations - that '55 Imperial is yearning for your love and care. Heck, I see you even have a reverse light working! And special mention to whoever made the Jag's driver's door close!
Jamie, I'm really glad you scooped up the Imperial. Some things are inherently valuable for what they represent historically - in this case living Mopar hemi history, from an era where the Imperial and Chrysler names represented luxury and technically advanced, well engineered products. I think you should name the car Fievel, after it's late (but not lamented) back seater, who passed away waiting for a very tardy chauffeur. Anyway, that's my two cents worth, which is clearly two cents more than it's worth.
I may be the odd guy out but if I saw this at a car show, in its current condition, would spend a lot more time on it than I would another Chevelle. Mustang or whatever. Keep up the great work Jamie.
It's a practically dent free starting and running 55 HEMI which is worth $$$! Another $1000.00 would make it roadworthy and dependable. Waiting eagerly for more videos!
I was hoping you would do more with this behemoth! While the closest thing I ever owned to something like this was a '55 Cadillac, I never really got into it. This Imperial however, is great! Maybe it's that Wonder Woman, eagle crest, thingy on the front. 🤔 Lynda Carter wore it well, also.
Next time you're up in Bremerton let me know, Jamie. I have a basically brand new 6V battery you can have. Bought it for a tractor project I later sold, used it maybe twice, forgot to give it to the guy who bought it. Been sitting on a trickle charger for a couple years now. For the trim... 0000 or 000 steel wool, I am amazed how well it works at getting crud off chrome/stainless. Love the car... totally worth saving
Hang in there buddy don’t listen to the trolls! Some people are born to do what they are going to do. You sir are one of them. I have watched you for a long time and you are great at what you do. You would not do it if you did not love the cars and trucks you work on. 😊 She will be a great cruiser!
Paragraph guy here... In the old photos you can see "the fenceman" in the background. That is roughly on the corner of Francis and Market in Spokane in a neighborhood called Hillyard but often referred to as Dog Town. It used to be the best place to go find industrial stuff back in the '80s and '90s but all that is gone. The crappy car lot where he pulled that thing out of has always had a good back lot full of stuff like that. I even had a friend pull a challenger out of there once. I digress, it brings back a lot of memories seeing that fence man picture.
It is a very cool ride, I like it and its amazjng how well it runz now considering hos gosh darned old it is. What a sweet unit! Old Chrysler hemi's are badass!
@@DeadDodgeGarage In 5,000 years, only thing left of that car will be the stainless steel trim pieces and the archaeologists will have no idea what they were for. 😁
*We’re here because of who and what you are.* We love true content from a TRUE car guy… Do as you please and let the trolls troll freely, they’ve got NOTHING else to do with their lives anyway. Bless you bro!
I bought a 1950 Coronet Coupe in 1975. It still had the original tires (which were bald) and the original bill of sale and coupon for a case of oil from the dealership that had never been claimed. The upholstery was immaculate under the seat covers. It had a flat head 6 cylinder with the Gyromatic transmission (a hybrid of a manual shift and an automatic). I paid $75 for it and 14 years later as a daily driver, sold it for $400. It ran so quiet at an idle that you could not hear it running while standing next to it. I loved that car and at times wish that I had never sold it. And yes, I did do quite a bit of work on it before I put it on the road.
I have a green 55 coupe. Out of all of my cars, it is the one I've gotten the least return on for the time and money I've put in. But everytime I look at it, I remember why I bought it.
@DeadDodgeGarage I'm saving the 50s 300 slot on my bucket list for a 57. Good luck with this one. Surprising amount of service stuff is still available. Those exhaust bumper pods are gonna hurt when you get to those.
I love the texture of that upholstery. Will be amazed if it is still obtainable. That fresh are cowling - I remember how they clog up with snow and rob you of the defroster! I have always liked this color, for some reason. Looking forward to whatever comes in the future! Oh, and I noticed the left tail and backup lights work, but not the right side ones. Maybe something common?
Yay, I joined. Real talk: I'll never tire of Jamie, the sarcasm, the sharp wit, learning. Some folks won't get it, and that's fine. When you're one of the sharper people in the room, at least half the others tend to be confused. Just realizing now how often you upload content! This channel alone is better than my netflix sub.
a handheld garment steamer... a steamer with a hose you can bring into the car, that would give a deep sanitized cleaning to the vinyl and metal surfaces. That fabric was so cool... yes, the gold thread in the fabrics of the time made the pointy lady things sparkle as they walked by, quite a concept.. oh and on cars too.
As you know, much of the brightwork on the older cars was stainless, not chrome plated mild steel. As such, you can get some pretty good results by removing and gently "beating on" the damaged pieces to improve the appearance for a lot less than replacement or salvage parts might cost (if you can get them). I'm new here: maybe you already do this. Scott over at Cold War Motors is particularly adept at it, and, though he is a bit too much of a perfectionist, it does really make a difference on grilles, mouldings, & window trim bits and pieces. Love the way you approach the work. Some reverence is in all car guys, but it's crazy to let it become worship.🏁
I know it can be done, but I’ve never been that guy - yet. I’ve been hearing about Scott a lot since I’ve been doing so much Forward Look stuff lately. Haha. You may be happy to learn that I am in no way a perfectionist. I’m more of a good is good enough kind of guy. And I feel the same way. Thanks!
There are tons of people with channels here making videos about restoring cars the way the complainers want them to be done. None of those are as fun to watch. so just keep on keepin on Jamie.
I remember seeing your Imperial and former owner here on the streets of Spokane. You’re right, it hasn’t aged well. I parked my Packard Patrician next to it at a car show many years ago.
Mate I love all your content and most of the haters probably drive dull modern cars and have never restored a car But we have and most of us true followers have and yes we get your sense of humour 😊 So please just do what you do and we will enjoy watching
I had no idea mid 1950's Chryslers used bolts to fasten the wheels. I learned something new today. The Jag looks absolutely tiny next to the Bluesmobile btw.
55 and 56 Imperials are in my top ten! I love the way you slap the rust out of that old beast! You’re my kinda restoration specialist. Keep up the good work!
Jamie brother I'm glad you bought the imperial its a great car and look how good it gose I had a 52 Desoto when I was younger it was a beautiful car and very reliable it will be great watching you do work on it please keep it what a gem
I have a 55 Windsor, Resto mod. If you need help with suppliers for parts and services on this imperial reach out to me. I will share what I have learned over the last 12 years of ownership about these wonderful 55 vehicles. The 55 service manual is a wonderful tool as they documented every detail about how to service and work on these cars. If you don’t already have one take the time to find one. They’re 2 inches thick and have great details about how to work on everything.
My first video on your channel was the revival of this Imperial. And it was enough to make me want to see more of it and you other stories. I live a bit far from the US and probably just a few of these ever touched wheels down here, but I like cars. I know what it takes to make an engine fire up, I love to know why an old car was parked and see the opportunity to set it back on the streets again. There are nice cars, there are junk cars, but all of them have a story to tell. And it's this same love that gathers us all, I guess. Thank you for telling these stories.
Enjoying all of the things. And especially enjoying the fact that you bought this one, and are gonna bring it back from the brink. Thanks for these vids!
So beautiful, the era of this car we will never ever see again, cars like this need to be flaunted, restored, cherished, and loved like you say..... So it's a little rough, what do you expect look how old it is. 😊 I love it, I'd like to see more videos on this, Total Restoration. Thank you Jamie this was a beautiful video❤
The first muscle cars are arguably the V12 and V16 luxury cars of the 1920s and 30s. But pretty much since the dawn of the automobile, there have been high performance OEM cars.
Congratulations on buying it! I can’t wait to see more of your progress on it. My grandpa ran his own gas station back in 1955 and he probably worked on a few of them. He said the 50’s imperial limousines were super heavy and it took his lift 15 minutes to raise one high enough to work under.
Don't be mean to the old girl...or she may become Christine, and, well, we don't want that to happen now do we? Neat project, enjoy! Love that era Chrysler! Excuse me, Imperial.
This car is a goldmine for comments. I like it. When an old car spits flames like this one, I Always say "Turn the key again and suck those flames back down inside where they belong" and then kick it again. lolin'
I would worry about the gauges on the 12 volts. I would disconnect the cluster for now. Also, I think some mild polish will help the paint. It's too bad the repaint color doesn't seem to have the same appeal as the older one, despite the colors being close.
Take a look at other 55's and remember the post war was not yet going full speed. That car is a styling marvel of it's time. The bees will love it :-)
I'm thinking she was pretty in her original desert rose pink. Chrysler build quality was high until that little hiccup in 1957. In a year or two they were right back
She is GORGEOUS!!! I’ve always had a passion for the land yachts. I certainly hope this lovely lady gets the restoration she’s so deserves.
Keep up the great work!
Funny story Jamie, I'm not a Mopar guy. I'm a Pontiac guy and recently rescued a '54 Chieftain 2-door sedan. I am a subscriber, and I faithfully watch every video you post. I enjoy them very much. The content is interesting. Your presentation is fun and factual, and there's always a danger that I will learn something from you, and for that, I am grateful. Keep on keeping on, and I will keep watching.
Outstanding! Thank you!
My grandmother had a pink and white 56 Chrysler through most of my dads childhood, and partially through mine, that we called the Pink Panther. In 1972, my grandfather became a silent partner in the local AMC dealership, and replaced the Pink Panther with a brand new Gremlin, which, incidentally, became MY first car in 1983. When she got the new Gremlin, the Pink Panther came to my house, and that’s where my faint memory of it comes from. Dad told stories about him and my uncle when they were teenagers in the early sixties pushing the Pink Panther out of the driveway after Mimi went to sleep to joyride and street race. He said that 354 Hemi showed its tail lights to more than one new GTO! The Pink Panther disappeared from our driveway around 1975, when Dad traded it for a 63 GMC pickup. Haven’t seen it since
Absolutely Love that you bought her! She definitely deserves a little more Love and you are the perfect person to revive her. Some people are so tightly wound that they can't see the humor in everyday life. Most of us get your humor and appreciate your role in putting these cars back on the road. Thanks for bringing your type of humor to the car hobby!
Thank you!
Absolutely! I couldn't have said it better.
That is such a cool car. I hope you get it up and running (on the road) soon!
Congrats on the purchase! Nearly 19 feet of incomparable sweep and grace, it has a fidelity of line never before achieved in a motor car. The car that reveals the world's newest thinking, 1955 Imperial. Cheers! 😎👍🏎🏁🏁
I love the 55 imperial. You are a hero at saving these cars! Please don't pay attention to the people who clearly don't know you. You have gotten countless mopars and others back on the road. Not to mention the cars that others can fix ,from watching your content. Thank you Jamie
I just like saying my piece from time to time. At the end of the day, nothing any critic says will change what I do. Thanks Allan!
My dad opened up our upholstery shop in 1967. I’m 50 yrs old. And you are correct. Those door panels are what nightmares are made of.
the hardboard can be formed to bump out as an armrest but it is an art.
@@HelpingHand-ic4wt It’s not a problem. Only had one job i could do. VW Jetta. Took the headliner down and it would come out. Took out the column, seats, shifter and package tray. Well come to find out Volkswagen installed the headliner before the glass was put in. No doubt the interior of that Imperial would be time consuming, it can be done. The part of the country I’m in people expect the complete interior to cost $1200.00. I haven’t done a complete interior in 20 years. So they find some scab doing it in their garage with internet/amazon material and supplies. Then a year later they bring it to me to repair. I not only do interiors I do furniture, restaurants, hospitals,cycle,marine,combines,tractors,drapes,shears,pillows,atv, heavy equipment and anything you can think of.
That really is a beautiful 4 door sedan, it's going to be a really nice car again.
So cool!! Such a neat car, really looking forward to seeing more on this one
Love those old cars. I discovered this channel about four months ago and absolutely love it.
Thank you!
That's a great pile. Glad you saved it.
These are Beautiful and Elegant cars .When I was 18 in the early 70s I brought a running 55 Imperial Newport 2 door hardtop for $75.00 it was the reverse colors of your sedan . It sat in my yard exposed to the elements for years (I'll get around to it ) and finally sold it years later for $500.00 and was proud of my decision. It is one of the greatest regrets of my life . I should have gotten it out of the weather and saved it for when I could work on it . I think of it often as I do with the 55 Plymouth Belvedere Sport Coupe I parted out for the 55 Belvedere 4 door sedan I still own . Fix yours up and enjoy it . They are great cars.
They did a really good job of making four door hardtops look almost as good as two door hard tops as the 50's wore on and the Saratoga was probably the best at that. I think the frame machine is warranted on that car.
It’s not happening, and it’s not up to me. It’s a parts donor.
Here’s some advise from a guy that hangs around 80 year old car guys that talk a lot, for a 6v system to work right you need to use 2/0 or double ought battery cables and clean every ground till it shines on the engine and starter as well as take apart and clean up the starter and then it will work like it has a 12v battery in it also if you still have issues then ohm out the main cables to find the bad ones. Even a little corrosion can cripple a 6v system and I can attest to that. Make sure to clean and inspect the charging system too.
If you can’t find 2/0 battery cable to make cables with then you can use 2/0 welding cable as well and only use solid copper cable lugs for the best results.
I hope you go back to 6v as it can be an amazing system when working right.
If you use this advice please give me Paul Ary a shoutout I’d love it.
Several people clued me in on the importance of big ass battery cables in the 6v system during the revival video. I’ll be going through all that in the future. Thanks!
Good job, will be glad to see her on the road eventually!!
Think your doing a great job. Love the channel. It's like Uncle Tony's Garage and Cold War Motors had a fling and Dead Dodge Garage is the love child.
Except even better.
You’re too kind. Thank you.
@@robtidd1849 That's a great description of the channel. I couldn't agree more.
Yesssss!
You now own one of the sweetest, coolest cars I’ve seen.
That color man? Made me fall in love with it.
Bless you bro, great acquisition.
'Wag-on Valdez' Hey! I got that reference! 😁
My 1963 Plymouth Fury has gold thread in the brown upholstery because Fury.
That old hemi just rumbles. So nice to listen to. The fire is the engine preheater, and they say chrysler did'nt know what they were doing. Ha!. Glad you bought her,brake lights work,she is a keeper. FYI, stp does the same in power steering.
That car is well worth any restoration effort put into it IMHO.
Looking forward to more, thanks.
You're right if you can find the parts I.e fenders quarters but anything can be fixed
Would you agree the first true muscle car was the 55 d-500 dodge
I love this car cant wait to see more of it on the channel 👍
Glad you bought this car,looking forward to more videos on this and your other projects. You kick any quarter panel you feel like, I agree with you can't hurt that car at all. I like and appreciate your channel.
So glad smell-o-vision hasn't been invented yet. Keep up the good work!
Always Look forward to your videos. The dry humor , perfect commentary voice , and love to work on anything
That is a beautiful car, i once tried to buy the same car in blue except the trunk was the road, it was so rusty it was beyond normal restoration, these cars really do rust like crazy, as beautiful as they are
Ouch… neither that I’ve had was anywhere near that crusty. But along the bottom edges everywhere… yeah.
Self repairing '55 Imperials are great! it's those self repairing '57 red Fury coupes that are buyer beware and don't ever call her Christine. lol. I enjoy all your content and the variety keeps things fresh. My list for the first muscle car is the 1930's era Duesenberg SJ roadster (supercharged 265hp straight 8) then the '55 300. GTO was the first "youth targeted " performance vehicle. Great car to make a daily driver.
Riiiight. Hoping to steer clear of those. The Duesenberg engine is fantastic. If I could have one of those, I would… but the Jag will have to do.
This car was a very high quality vehicle. I can see it as you cleaned it up and described the upholstery. It’s amazing the craftsmanship and high quality materials that went into it. The gray-blue material and colors in the interior were rich looking and the backseat pull handles, foot rest, ashtray/lighters, all speak of the luxury and convenience this classic Imperial offered in its time. She runs so good. Amazing that she does so! I get it it’s almost 70 years old, so some rust is expected. I can appreciate this old girl!
Thanks Jamie. And congratulations - that '55 Imperial is yearning for your love and care. Heck, I see you even have a reverse light working! And special mention to whoever made the Jag's driver's door close!
I got it to close… kinda… 😅 thank you!
Jamie, I'm really glad you scooped up the Imperial. Some things are inherently valuable for what they represent historically - in this case living Mopar hemi history, from an era where the Imperial and Chrysler names represented luxury and technically advanced, well engineered products.
I think you should name the car Fievel, after it's late (but not lamented) back seater, who passed away waiting for a very tardy chauffeur. Anyway, that's my two cents worth, which is clearly two cents more than it's worth.
I agree! Also, I’m getting lots of good name suggestions. Haha.
I may be the odd guy out but if I saw this at a car show, in its current condition, would spend a lot more time on it than I would another Chevelle. Mustang or whatever.
Keep up the great work Jamie.
I’d take this over either of those every time…
Love it, I'd call it "The Tetanus Taxi" if it was mine
That’s a damn good one!
I'd call it the Teaberry, after that pack of gum that certain people like, the outside of the pack is the same color as your car.
Imperial rehab videos? I’m genuinely excited for this!
A very worthwhile project. Classy ride!
It's a practically dent free starting and running 55 HEMI which is worth $$$! Another $1000.00 would make it roadworthy and dependable. Waiting eagerly for more videos!
I’m on it!
@@DeadDodgeGarage You're the right guy for the job!
@@DeadDodgeGarage You're the right guy for the job!
I was hoping you would do more with this behemoth! While the closest thing I ever owned to something like this was a '55 Cadillac, I never really got into it. This Imperial however, is great! Maybe it's that Wonder Woman, eagle crest, thingy on the front. 🤔 Lynda Carter wore it well, also.
Next time you're up in Bremerton let me know, Jamie. I have a basically brand new 6V battery you can have. Bought it for a tractor project I later sold, used it maybe twice, forgot to give it to the guy who bought it. Been sitting on a trickle charger for a couple years now.
For the trim... 0000 or 000 steel wool, I am amazed how well it works at getting crud off chrome/stainless.
Love the car... totally worth saving
Oh shit, cool. Alright. Yeah, 0000 is what I used to clean everything up on my ‘55 New Yorker! That’s how I learned about that.
Hang in there buddy don’t listen to the trolls! Some people are born to do what they are going to do. You sir are one of them. I have watched you for a long time and you are great at what you do. You would not do it if you did not love the cars and trucks you work on. 😊 She will be a great cruiser!
The car heard you talking bad about it and fired right up 😅
It knows 😅
Paragraph guy here...
In the old photos you can see "the fenceman" in the background. That is roughly on the corner of Francis and Market in Spokane in a neighborhood called Hillyard but often referred to as Dog Town. It used to be the best place to go find industrial stuff back in the '80s and '90s but all that is gone. The crappy car lot where he pulled that thing out of has always had a good back lot full of stuff like that. I even had a friend pull a challenger out of there once. I digress, it brings back a lot of memories seeing that fence man picture.
I’ll be damned. Someone else commented that it might not exactly be the best part of town… but that’s super cool.
It is a very cool ride, I like it and its amazjng how well it runz now considering hos gosh darned old it is. What a sweet unit! Old Chrysler hemi's are badass!
Can't wait to see more of this Imperial.
Best Mopar content on the internet!!
We love Uncle Tony, but he's so easily distracted😅😅
Well I’m trying. Haha. I like that guy a lot, I’ve been watching all of his videos for almost 6 years now. Thanks!
UTG....Don't like politics with my cars...
Thank you for immediately confronting the people who got mad about you kicking the car, that made my day! I did my best to ease their worries too 🤣
Yeah I had some thoughts on all that 😅
Love how ppl get mad from your kicks :D This screams to become a mafia car!
It’s truly ridiculous lol
@@DeadDodgeGarage In 5,000 years, only thing left of that car will be the stainless steel trim pieces and the archaeologists will have no idea what they were for. 😁
I love this car!
But I keep coming back for the snark.
Thanks Jamie ❤
No… thank you!
*We’re here because of who and what you are.*
We love true content from a TRUE car guy…
Do as you please and let the trolls troll freely, they’ve got NOTHING else to do with their lives anyway.
Bless you bro!
Thank you!
👆 what they said
I gotta admit I actually did LOL at the mouse burial! Cool car though.
Excellent. Haha.
I bought a 1950 Coronet Coupe in 1975. It still had the original tires (which were bald) and the original bill of sale and coupon for a case of oil from the dealership that had never been claimed. The upholstery was immaculate under the seat covers. It had a flat head 6 cylinder with the Gyromatic transmission (a hybrid of a manual shift and an automatic). I paid $75 for it and 14 years later as a daily driver, sold it for $400. It ran so quiet at an idle that you could not hear it running while standing next to it. I loved that car and at times wish that I had never sold it. And yes, I did do quite a bit of work on it before I put it on the road.
I have a green 55 coupe. Out of all of my cars, it is the one I've gotten the least return on for the time and money I've put in. But everytime I look at it, I remember why I bought it.
Awesome! I want a coupe some day. Ideally a 300 but I’m not that picky. Haha.
@DeadDodgeGarage I'm saving the 50s 300 slot on my bucket list for a 57. Good luck with this one. Surprising amount of service stuff is still available. Those exhaust bumper pods are gonna hurt when you get to those.
I love the texture of that upholstery. Will be amazed if it is still obtainable. That fresh are cowling - I remember how they clog up with snow and rob you of the defroster! I have always liked this color, for some reason. Looking forward to whatever comes in the future! Oh, and I noticed the left tail and backup lights work, but not the right side ones. Maybe something common?
I sincerely doubt it is available… which is unfortunate. I hope to find something moderately classy to replace it.
Yay, I joined. Real talk: I'll never tire of Jamie, the sarcasm, the sharp wit, learning. Some folks won't get it, and that's fine. When you're one of the sharper people in the room, at least half the others tend to be confused. Just realizing now how often you upload content! This channel alone is better than my netflix sub.
Thank you Jimbo! I really, really appreciate that.
I’ve always been a Pontiac guy but I never miss a Dead Dodge Garage video. Old cars are old cars. Really enjoy every episode 😊
a handheld garment steamer... a steamer with a hose you can bring into the car, that would give a deep sanitized cleaning to the vinyl and metal surfaces. That fabric was so cool... yes, the gold thread in the fabrics of the time made the pointy lady things sparkle as they walked by, quite a concept.. oh and on cars too.
As you know, much of the brightwork on the older cars was stainless, not chrome plated mild steel. As such, you can get some pretty good results by removing and gently "beating on" the damaged pieces to improve the appearance for a lot less than replacement or salvage parts might cost (if you can get them). I'm new here: maybe you already do this. Scott over at Cold War Motors is particularly adept at it, and, though he is a bit too much of a perfectionist, it does really make a difference on grilles, mouldings, & window trim bits and pieces. Love the way you approach the work. Some reverence is in all car guys, but it's crazy to let it become worship.🏁
I know it can be done, but I’ve never been that guy - yet. I’ve been hearing about Scott a lot since I’ve been doing so much Forward Look stuff lately. Haha. You may be happy to learn that I am in no way a perfectionist. I’m more of a good is good enough kind of guy. And I feel the same way. Thanks!
There are tons of people with channels here making videos about restoring cars the way the complainers want them to be done. None of those are as fun to watch. so just keep on keepin on Jamie.
Damn right! Thanks!
I remember seeing your Imperial and former owner here on the streets of Spokane. You’re right, it hasn’t aged well. I parked my Packard Patrician next to it at a car show many years ago.
Oh wow. That’s super cool! The last tab on the car is from ‘95. I’m assuming it was before then that you saw it last?
Great choice!! Lol.. i was just about to comment on the kick heard round the world
Nice! Love that you bought it and are getting it going. 👍
I am a sucker for the older 4 door cars, idk why most hate them I just love them.
Great purchase! Great video!
Mate I love all your content and most of the haters probably drive dull modern cars and have never restored a car
But we have and most of us true followers have and yes we get your sense of humour 😊
So please just do what you do and we will enjoy watching
Don’t mind if I do. Haha. Thank you very much!
Absolutely love your TH-cam comments voice, this is how I describe bad customers when running my tire shop 😂
I had no idea mid 1950's Chryslers used bolts to fasten the wheels. I learned something new today. The Jag looks absolutely tiny next to the Bluesmobile btw.
I sure will!
@@DeadDodgeGarage ?
I owe my soul to the company store....
Dude… yeah.
Yay!!!! So happy it's being saved!
55 and 56 Imperials are in my top ten! I love the way you slap the rust out of that old beast! You’re my kinda restoration specialist. Keep up the good work!
Thank you!!
Damn It Boy... I knew you couldn't live very long without owning this car. Thanks for saving another classic Mopar.😉
The car is beautiful and deserves to be saved!
I agree!
Jamie, you're the greatest
I just discovered your channel
Keep up the great work and commentary!!
I am a Mopar guy through and through!
Thank you!
Jamie brother I'm glad you bought the imperial its a great car and look how good it gose I had a 52 Desoto when I was younger it was a beautiful car and very reliable it will be great watching you do work on it please keep it what a gem
Whoopsie, Jamie bought another Hemi !
I have a 55 Windsor, Resto mod. If you need help with suppliers for parts and services on this imperial reach out to me. I will share what I have learned over the last 12 years of ownership about these wonderful 55 vehicles. The 55 service manual is a wonderful tool as they documented every detail about how to service and work on these cars. If you don’t already have one take the time to find one. They’re 2 inches thick and have great details about how to work on everything.
I kept the well seasoned service manual from my ‘55 New Yorker! It is truly a thing of beauty.
Chrysler’s build quality at this time was exceptional. It went downhill with the launch of the forward look cars of 1957
No Puddin-esque washing. Thank goodness for that.
I'm super excited to see future videos on this beautiful car with all its rust and kicked panel 😂
My first video on your channel was the revival of this Imperial. And it was enough to make me want to see more of it and you other stories. I live a bit far from the US and probably just a few of these ever touched wheels down here, but I like cars. I know what it takes to make an engine fire up, I love to know why an old car was parked and see the opportunity to set it back on the streets again. There are nice cars, there are junk cars, but all of them have a story to tell. And it's this same love that gathers us all, I guess. Thank you for telling these stories.
Happy to do it! Thank you for watching!
You can't do that! Oh wait, yes you can. That is an awesome car. Looking forward to seeing more videos on it.
That grille bird is LIT!
Enjoying all of the things. And especially enjoying the fact that you bought this one, and are gonna bring it back from the brink. Thanks for these vids!
Your imperial seems to be tinworm approved
I love that Coronet wagon, if you’d have told me 30 years ago that I would love to drive an old station wagon…..we’d have had words, but here we are.
Ooo. Ooo. Ooo, I definately want an envelope with official imperial rust! What a great giveaway Idea for your diehard fans!
Especially the ones like us who actually get Jamie's sense of humor.
So beautiful, the era of this car we will never ever see again, cars like this need to be flaunted, restored, cherished, and loved like you say.....
So it's a little rough, what do you expect look how old it is. 😊 I love it, I'd like to see more videos on this, Total Restoration. Thank you Jamie this was a beautiful video❤
The first muscle cars are arguably the V12 and V16 luxury cars of the 1920s and 30s. But pretty much since the dawn of the automobile, there have been high performance OEM cars.
God bless you Jamie thanks for the Mopar education.
Congratulations on buying it! I can’t wait to see more of your progress on it. My grandpa ran his own gas station back in 1955 and he probably worked on a few of them. He said the 50’s imperial limousines were super heavy and it took his lift 15 minutes to raise one high enough to work under.
GOOD NEWS! the new DDG Limo has arrived. Congrats Jamie great buy.
All I need now is a driver. And some tires younger than me. Thanks!
Don't be mean to the old girl...or she may become Christine, and, well, we don't want that to happen now do we? Neat project, enjoy! Love that era Chrysler! Excuse me, Imperial.
This car is a goldmine for comments. I like it. When an old car spits flames like this one, I Always say "Turn the key again and suck those flames back down inside where they belong" and then kick it again. lolin'
Rain x cleans chrome up real good
Mr. Jamie, you're a sassy young man...and that's fun to watch...
I would worry about the gauges on the 12 volts. I would disconnect the cluster for now.
Also, I think some mild polish will help the paint. It's too bad the repaint color doesn't seem to have the same appeal as the older one, despite the colors being close.
Cool car. Love your delivery. Dry wit is a car TH-cam must. Excellent videos. Thanks for sharing them.
Thank you!
Take a look at other 55's and remember the post war was not yet going full speed. That car is a styling marvel of it's time. The bees will love it :-)
Glad that you are the one who ended up with this car. Congrats!
Hey that’s awesome! I’m glad you bought it! Looking forward what you might have in store for it.👌😎👍
I'm thinking she was pretty in her original desert rose pink. Chrysler build quality was high until that little hiccup in 1957. In a year or two they were right back