{{Use dmy dates|date=November 2019}} The '''Chrysler VIP''' is an automobile which was produced by [[Chrysler Australia]] from 1969 to 1971. It is an extended wheelbase, luxury variant of the [[Australia]]n developed [[Chrysler Valiant]]. {{Infobox automobile | name = Chrysler VIP | image = File:Chrysler VIP VG Series (16416690164).jpg | caption = Chrysler VG VIP | manufacturer = [[Chrysler Australia]] | aka = VIP by Chrysler | production = May 1969 – October 1971 | model_years = | assembly = Australia: [[Tonsley Park]] | predecessor = [[Chrysler Valiant#VE Series|Chrysler VE Valiant V.I.P.]] | successor = [[Chrysler by Chrysler]] | class = | body_style = 4-door [[Sedan (automobile)|sedan]] | layout = [[FR layout]] | platform = [[Chrysler A platform]] | engine = {{convert|225|cuin|L|1|abbr=on}} [[Chrysler Slant-6 engine|Slant-6]]<br>{{convert|245|cuin|L|1|abbr=on}} [[Chrysler Hemi-6 Engine|Hemi-6]]<br>{{convert|318|cuin|L|1|abbr=on}} [[Chrysler LA engine|LA V8]] | transmission = 3-speed [[Automatic transmission|automatic]] | wheelbase = 112 inches (2845 mm) | length = 196.3 inches (4986 mm) | height = 57.0 inches (1448 mm) | weight = VF VIP V8: 3250 lb (1474 kg) | related = [[Chrysler Valiant]] | designer = }}
==Chrysler VE Valiant V.I.P.== Prior to the introduction of the Chrysler VIP, [[Chrysler Australia]] had used the VIP name on the Chrysler Valiant V.I.P.,<ref name=Tuckey56>Elisabeth Tuckey and Stewart Wilson, Chrysler Valiant, 1996, page 56</ref> introduced in 1967 as the top model in its [[Chrysler Valiant (VE)|Valiant VE Series range]].<ref>Elisabeth Tuckey and Stewart Wilson, Chrysler Valiant, 1996, page 47</ref> The Valiant V.I.P. was offered in both 4 door sedan and Safari station wagon body styles and was fitted with a {{convert|273|cuin|L|1|abbr=on}} [[V8 engine]].<ref name=Tuckey56/> The VE Valiant V.I.P. replaced the outgoing top of the range [[Chrysler Valiant (VC)|VC Valiant V8]], however with the V8 engine now optional across the VE model range and no longer reserved for the top specification, the change of name was instigated. VE VIP sedans and wagons used the same three horizontal chrome stripes on the rear guards as the VC Valiant V8 sedan.
Power disc brakes and power assisted steering were standard equipment on both body styles of the VE VIP. Additionally the Safari station wagon received an electrically operated tailgate window.
[[File:Chrysler VE Valiant V.I.P. Sedan.jpg|thumb|left|Chrysler VE Valiant V.I.P. Sedan.jpg]] {{-}}
==Chrysler VF VIP (1969–1970)== [[File:1969 Chrysler VF VIP.jpg|thumb|left|Chrysler VF VIP]] The VF series Chrysler VIP was introduced in May 1969 and was marketed as the “VIP by Chrysler”,<ref name=Davis108>Tony Davis, Aussie Cars, 1987, page 108</ref> without the Valiant name. It was intended to fill a gap in [[Chrysler Australia]]’s lineup between the [[Chrysler Valiant]] and the [[Dodge Phoenix]] and it would compete directly against two other Australian designed luxury vehicles, the [[Ford Fairlane (Australia)|Ford Fairlane]] and the [[Holden Brougham]].<ref name=Davis108 /> Although based on the [[Chrysler VF Valiant|VF series Chrysler Valiant]], the VIP had a wheelbase which was 100mm longer at 2850mm.<ref name=UniqueVF>[http://www.uniquecarsandparts.com.au/car_info_chrysler_valiant_vf.htm Chrysler Valiant VF] Retrieved from www.uniquecarsandparts.com.au on 14 January 2010</ref> It was also bigger, more expensive and more luxurious than the older model.<ref name=Davis108 /> Visual differences when compared to the VF Valiant sedan included four headlights rather than two, different rear lights, a unique rear window and a heavily padded vinyl roof.<ref name=Davis108/> Unlike its predecessor, the VF VIP was available only as a 4 door sedan.<ref name=UniqueVF/>
The VIP was offered with the buyer's choice of a {{convert|225|cuin|L|1|abbr=on}} [[Chrysler Slant-6 engine|Slant-6]] or a {{convert|318|cuin|L|1|abbr=on}} “Fireball” [[Chrysler LA engine|LA-series V8]] engine. Chrysler's [[Torqueflite]] 3-speed automatic transmission was standard equipment with either engine.<ref name=UniqueVF /> Coaxial power steering and front disc brakes were optional with the six and standard with the V8.<ref name=UniqueVF/> {{-}}
==Chrysler VG VIP (1970–1971)== [[File:Chrysler VG VIP.jpg|thumb|left|Chrysler VG VIP]] A facelifted VG series Chrysler VIP was introduced in 1970, replacing the VF model.<ref name=UniqueVG>[http://www.uniquecarsandparts.com.au/car_info_chrysler_valiant_vg.htm Chrysler Valiant VG] Retrieved from www.uniquecarsandparts.com.au on 14 January 2010</ref> A {{convert|245|cuin|L|1|abbr=on}} [[Chrysler Hemi-6 Engine|Hemi-6]] replaced the {{convert|225|cuin|L|1|abbr=on}} Slant-6 and the {{convert|318|cuin|L|1|abbr=on}} “Fireball” V8 remained an option.<ref name=Davis112>Tony Davis, Aussie Cars, 1987, page 112</ref> The VG VIP was the first Australian made car to be fitted with [[air conditioning]] as standard equipment.<ref name=Davis112/> {{-}}
==Replacement== The VG series Chrysler VIP was replaced by the [[Chrysler by Chrysler]] in November 1971.<ref>[http://www.uniquecarsandparts.com.au/car_info_chrysler_by_chrysler_ch.htm Chrysler by Chrysler CH] Retrieved from www.uniquecarsandparts.com.au on 14 January 2010</ref>
==See also== * [[Chrysler Valiant]]
==References== {{reflist}} {{commons cat}} {{Chrysler vehicles}}
[[Category:Cars of Australia]] [[Category:Chrysler vehicles|VIP]] [[Category:Luxury vehicles]] [[Category:Sedans]] [[Category:Rear-wheel-drive vehicles]] [[Category:Cars introduced in 1969]] [[Category:Cars discontinued in 1971]]