Chrysler Valiant (SV1)

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Chrysler Valiant (SV1)

Chrysler Valiant (SV1)
Overview
Manufacturer Chrysler Australia
Also called Plymouth Valiant
Production March 1962 – April 1963[1]
Assembly Mile End, South Australia[2]
Body and chassis
Body style 4-door sedan[1]
Layout FR layout[1]
Platform Chrysler A platform
Related Plymouth Valiant
Powertrain
Engine 225 cu in (3.7 L) I6[1]
Transmission 3-speed manual[1]
3-speed automatic[1]
Dimensions
Wheelbase 106.5 in (2,705 mm)[1]
Length 183.7 in (4,666 mm)[1]
Width 70.4 in (1,788 mm)[1]
Height 56.7 in (1,440 mm)[1]
Curb weight 2,704 lb (1,227 kg)[1]
Chronology
Predecessor Chrysler Valiant (RV1)[3]
Successor Chrysler Valiant (AP5)[4]

The Chrysler Valiant (SV1) is an automobile which was produced in Australia from March 1962 to April 1963 by Chrysler Australia. It was the second Australian Chrysler Valiant model, replacing the RV1 (R series)

Changes

The SV1 Valiant (or "S Series" [3]) was introduced in March 1962,[1] replacing the Chrysler Valiant (RV1)—also known as the "R Series"—only ten weeks after the release of its predecessor.[5] Like the RV1 it was essentially a US design just assembled in Australia.[4] It was an evolution of the previous model, featuring a revised radiator grille treatment with the name "Valiant" at the top.[5] The boot lid no longer included a non-functional spare wheel moulding and round tail-lights replaced the previous oblong units.[5] Mechanical changes included larger brakes, increased fuel tank capacity and a corrosion resistant exhaust muffler.[3] A steering-column mounted gearshift replaced the floor-mounted shifter, however cars fitted with the automatic transmission option retained push-putton controls.[6]

Rear view of RV1 Valiant and SV1 Valiant (right) showing restyled boot lid and tail lights on the SV1

Model range

The SV1 was offered only in 4 door sedan form.[4] Like its predecessor, the SV1 was marketed as Valiant by Chrysler rather than as Chrysler Valiant.[7]

Engines and transmissions

The SV1 Valiant was offered only with the, 225-cubic-inch (3.7 L) capacity inline,[1] Slant-6 engine with a choice of three-speed manual transmission or three-speed TorqueFlite automatic transmission.[1]

Production and replacement

Some 10,009 SV1 Valiants were built prior to its replacement by the Chrysler AP5 Valiant in May 1963.[4]

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Elisabeth Tuckey and Ewan Kennedy, Chrysler Valiant, 1996, pages 14 to 19
  2. Gavin Farmer, Great Ideas in Motion, page 349
  3. 1 2 3 Chrysler Valiant S Series, www.uniquecarsandparts.com.au Retrieved on 1 December 2012
  4. 1 2 3 4 Tony Davis, Aussie Cars, 1987, page 85
  5. 1 2 3 Gavin Farmer, Great Ideas in Motion, page 107
  6. Gavin Farmer, Great Ideas in Motion, page 108
  7. Valiant by Chrysler (SV1) sales brochure, www.uniquecarsandparts.com.au Retrieved on 1 December 2012
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