Chrysler Valiant (VG)
| Chrysler Valiant (VG) | |
|---|---|
 Chrysler Valiant sedan (VG) | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Chrysler Australia |
| Also called | Dodge utility |
| Production |
1970 to 1971 [1] 52,944 produced [1] |
| Assembly | Tonsley Park, Australia |
| Body and chassis | |
| Body style |
4-door sedan 2-door hardtop 5-door station wagon 2-door coupe utility |
| Layout | FR layout |
| Related | Chrysler VIP (VG) |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine |
215 cu in (3.5 L) I6 [1] 225 cu in (3.7 L) I6 [1] 245 cu in (4.0 L) I6 [1] 318 cu in (5.2 L) V8 [1] |
| Transmission |
3 speed manual [1] 3 speed automatic [1] |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase |
108 inches (2743 mm) [1] 111 inches (2819 mm) (Hardtop) [1] |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Chrysler Valiant (VF) |
| Successor | Chrysler Valiant (VH) |
The Chrysler Valiant (VG) is an automobile which was produced in by Chrysler Australia from 1970 to 1971. It was the eighth Chrysler Valiant model to be produced in Australia.
Overview
The Valiant VG was a facelifted version of the Valiant VF with a restyled front grille and rectangular headlights.[2] Sedans were also given new horizontal taillights.[2] Rear end styling on the utility remained virtually the same for the third consecutive model series.[3]
The VG range featured a newly introduced Australian built "Hemi" six cylinder engine which was claimed by Chrysler to be the most advanced engine of its kind in the world.[4]
Model range
The Valiant (VG) was offered in 4-door sedan, 2-door hardtop, 5-door station wagon and 2-door coupe utility models.
- Valiant sedan (M-41) [1]
- Valiant hardtop (M-23) [1]
- Valiant Safari wagon (M-45) [1]
- Valiant Pacer sedan (S-41) [1]
- Valiant Pacer hardtop (S-23) [1]
- Valiant Regal sedan (H-41) [1]
- Valiant Regal hardtop (H-23) [1]
- Valiant Regal Safari wagon (H-45) [1]
- Valiant Regal 770 sedan [5]
- Valiant Regal 770 hardtop [5]
- Valiant Wayfarer utility (L-20) [1]
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Chrysler Valiant sedan (VG)
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Chrysler Valiant Hardtop (VG)
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Chrysler Valiant Safari wagon (VG)
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Chrysler Valiant Pacer Sedan (VG) (standard)
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Chrysler Valiant Pacer sedan (VG) (with A88 mod pack, black outs on bonnet and different stripes)
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Chrysler Valiant Pacer hardtop (VG) (with A88 mod pack, Bondi Bleach)
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Chrysler Valiant Regal Sedan (VG)
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Chrysler Valiant Regal 770 hardtop (VG)
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Chrysler Valiant Wayfarer utility (VG) with non-standard wheels
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Dodge utility (VG) with additional lights
Dodge utility
A heavy duty variant of the utility was marketed as the Dodge utility.[1]
Chrysler VIP
A long wheelbase variant of the VG Valiant was also offered as the Chrysler VIP (VG).
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Chrysler VIP (VG)
Engines and transmissions
Four engines were offered.
- 225 cu in (3.7 L) I6 "Slant 6" [1]
- 215 cu in (3.5 L) I6 "Hemi" [1]
- 245 cu in (4.0 L) I6 "Hemi" [1]
- 318 cu in (5.2 L) V8 [1]
The 215 cu in (3.5 L) "Hemi" was added to the lineup early in 1971,[6] replacing the 225 cu in (3.7 L) "Slant 6".[1]
Two transmissions were available.
Production and replacement
A total 52,944 of VG series Valiants were built [1] prior to the replacement of the VG by the Valiant VH in June 1971.[7]
References
- 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Valiant VG Technical Specifications, www.uniquecarsandparts.com.au Retrieved on 2 October 2014
- 1 2 Elisabeth Tuckey and Ewan Kennedy, Chrysler Valiant, 1996, page 72
- ↑ Larry O'Toole, The Good Old Aussie Ute, 2000, page 201
- ↑ Elisabeth Tuckey and Ewan Kennedy, Chrysler Valiant, 1996, page 77
- 1 2 Elisabeth Tuckey and Ewan Kennedy, Chrysler Valiant, 1996, page 73
- ↑ Tony Davis, Aussie Cars, 1987, page 112
- ↑ Elisabeth Tuckey and Ewan Kennedy, Chrysler Valiant, 1996, page 87
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