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| 1985 Chrysler Le Baron |
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Price: $12,000 |
Last Updated 12 hours ago
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| Year: |
1985 |
| Make: |
Chrysler |
| Model: |
Le Baron |
| Trim: |
N\A |
| Engine: |
I4
2.2L I4 |
| Fuel: |
Gasoline |
| Color: |
Bright Silver Metallic |
| Miles: |
77284 |
| Stock #: |
6630 |
| Body Style: |
Convertible |
| Condition: |
Used |
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Vehicle Description
1985 Chrysler LeBaron Turbo Convertible If you were born after 1970, you might not be familiar with the K-car revolution. This is when, in 1981, Chrysler developed a line of cars with a simple box design, transverse engine, front wheel drive, and a semi independent rear suspension. More importantly, to cut costs, Chrysler went to the parts bin and utilized existing components without the need for extensive R&R all in an effort to turn a profit on a failing brand. And it worked. For the first time in two years, Chrysler reported a profit in late 1980 after the K-car introduction and initial sales. For consignment, a 1985 Chrysler LeBaron Turbo convertible, a nicely preserved example of a mid production K-series.  There weren't a ton of convertible options in 1985 so there was some appeal generated by the LeBaron drop top. And an 1984 made had a pivotal appearance in the emblematic 80's film, St. Elmo's Fire. Exterior Bright Silver Metallic covers the car which is accented by a chrome grille, a red pinstripe, and black side molding. A pair of hood vents contribute a touch of sportiness to the square car and wire wheel covers dress it up for an evening out on the town. Lined taillights sit above the protruding rear bumper and the canvas folding top is in good condition and has a glass rear window. Dual headlights sit back in a chrome bezel with a slightly canted front fascia that is subtly and yet distinctly Chrysler, confirmed by the Pentastar hood ornament on the nose. Overall, the body and paint are in decent condition with some imperfections. These include blotches of mismatched paint, numerous scratches and scuffs, dings, along with some touched up chips and body work. Interior Standard on the convertible was the full vinyl low back bucket seats that were available in three colors, including this Oxblood red.  Red vinyl appears on the handsome door panels which have the era's typical design which flows to the short sidewalls of the rear where we also find a bench seat and everything is in fine condition. A simple steering wheel leads to a square dash with just a speedometer, gas gauge, and a series of idiot lights, reminders, and diagrams above a faux wood panel.  Towards the center, an AM/FM/CD radio with AUX and USB has been added above the metallic A/C control panel. A temperature gauge has also been added and is mounted under the dash. The center console houses the shifter is a metallic panel over a plastic base that has simulated stitching and more faux wood and it all could use a good detailing just ahead of a plump armrest in red vinyl. On the floor, the plush red carpet has had some fun days in the sun and shows some fading while the plastic mats that protect it from wear have yellowed with age and look vintage 1980's. Gray flannel panels line the entire trunk which looks clean. Drivetrain At a time when turbocharging was not widely used, the highly touted 2.2 liter turbo 4 cylinder is under the hood in driver condition. As Chrysler put it in their sales brochure, the turbocharger increases horsepower, a boost of 47 percent over the standard 2.2 liter engine with EFI..  This one is also fuel injected and rated at 146 horsepower. A Torqueflite 3-speed automatic transmission keeps power in the front with 3.02 gears while power brakes, discs in front, drums in back, bring this car to a stop. Undercarriage Driver quality underneath with its fair share of typical surface rust, some residual oil on the pan, some grime build up on the knuckle and just some general patina. But no rust! Unlike Kirby's car at the mountain cabin in St. Elmo's Fire, we're not sure this one has ever seen snow and salt! Meanwhile, the single exhaust meets a stock style muffler before exiting with twin tips out back, and coil springs are the main component of the rear suspension system while MacPherson struts occupy the front. Drive-Ability I distinctly remember t |
Vehicle Options
Variable Speed Windshield Wipers,Tinted Glass,Power Windows,Power Steering,Power Front Disc Brakes,Padded Sun Visors & Dash,Leather Seating,Intermittent Wipers,Instrumentation,Heater/Defroster,Courtesy Lights,Bucket Seats,AM/FM RADIO,Air Conditioning |
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