RSayak Posted July 13, 2012 Share Posted July 13, 2012 (edited) I am looking for the following parts for a 1938 Chrysler Imperial convertible coupe (C19): - Complete front seat assembly, including adjusters/slides, or very detailed photographs and dimensions of same from someone's car. The seat appears to be the same on 1937 and 1938 Plymouth, Dodge, DeSoto and Chrysler convertible coupes, possibly 1939 Plymouth convertible coupe as well. My car is missing the entire front seat assembly, so any leads or information would be appreciated; - Rumble seat bottom cushion assembly (or detailed dimensions and photos as mine is missing); (same possible donor cars as above). I had a reproduction made, but if an original pops up, I am interested. - Rumble seat interior panel patterns; (same possible donor cars as above) - Coupe or convertible Left Side stainless steel door and rear body trim (I am missing the rear body piece from the door to the tail along the quarter panel, as well as the door). Chrysler C18 Royal or C19 Imperial coupe or convertible coupe trim works; - Running Board stainless trim, top strips and side molding (any 1938 Chrysler Imperial C19 trim should fit); - Convertible coupe door sill plate (good sample, pattern, dimensioned sketch and detailed photos, or whatever I can use to get new ones made - mine are missing). - Horn button/horn ring springs and washers and contact plates for the optional banjo/chrome spoke steering wheel (same wheel as Dodge/Desoto/Chrysler) (I believe that the springs and contacts are the same as the regular steering wheel - I would be interested in a complete standard steering wheel assembly if need be); - Passenger door window regulator assembly, including window channels, window frame, etc (or a complete door) same on 1937 and 1938 Dodge, DeSoto, Chrysler, and '37-'39 Plymouth convertible coupes with one piece glass (no vent window). - Windshield wiper arms, blades and blade guide rods that attach to windshield frame bracket, or detailed photos and measurements of same (all 1937-1938 convertibles are the same). - Interior sun visors and rods/mounts. Found a set... unfortunately, I still need a mounting bracket for the driver's side, as well as a pattern or dimensions for the visors themselves. - Pattern of the windshield header trim panel (where sun visors mount) or detailed photos of what it looks like. Please send me a private message with any leads or details, or reply directly to this thread. Thanks Edited October 25, 2017 by RSayak Revised List (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nwclassics Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 I am looking for the following parts for my 1938 Chrysler Imperial convertible coupe:- Useable front seat assembly, or detailed photographs and dimensions from someone's car. The seat would likely be the same on 1937 and 1938 Plymouth, Dodge, DeSoto and Chrysler. My car is missing the entire front seat, so any leads or information would be appreciated;- Rumble seat bottom cushion assembly (or detailed dimensions and photos as mine is missing);- Top-of-the-headlight trim strips;- Front fender chevrons;- Coupe or convertible stainless rear body trim (I am missing the right rear piece from the door to the tail along the quarter panel). C18 Royal or C19 Imperial coupe trim works;- Running Board stainless trim (any C19 trim should fit);- Banjo steering wheel horn button and horn ring (Imperial) (or I would be interested in a complete steering wheel);- Passenger door window regulator assembly (or a complete passenger door)Rej i have a new horn button c\w wiring for sale call george 406-5432591 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSayak Posted July 30, 2012 Author Share Posted July 30, 2012 I've revised my list above. Many of the parts or information that I need can also come from Plymouth, Dodge, Desoto and Chrysler convertible coupes. I'm convinced that I will have to have new seat frames made. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hudsy Wudsy Posted August 10, 2012 Share Posted August 10, 2012 In central Minnesota are two of the nations largest junk yards. I'll give you links to both, but I think that it's the first one that I recall having a '37 or '38 Imperial coupe. There's somebody back east that custom makes metal rumble seat frames to spec. I don't know where I know that from, but I'll continue to ponder it.Welcome to French Lake Auto Parts - French Lake, MNWindy Hill Auto Parts | Home Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSayak Posted August 10, 2012 Author Share Posted August 10, 2012 I've been to both French Lake and Windy Hills, but that was over 15 years ago. There wasn't much there for the Imperial at the time I went. I will look into it to see if they've added to the yards since that time. Thanks for the links! I might have to go for a weekend trip! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hudsy Wudsy Posted August 11, 2012 Share Posted August 11, 2012 (edited) RSayak said: I've been to both French Lake and Windy Hills, but that was over 15 years ago. There wasn't much there for the Imperial at the time I went. I will look into it to see if they've added to the yards since that time. Thanks for the links! I might have to go for a weekend trip! The funny thing about both of those yards is that they are always adding more old cars. It surprises me, but I suspect that in many cases guys finally give up on life long projects and want them gone quickly. It's sad to see old cars parted out, but maybe in the long run they serve a greater purpose that way. Edited June 26, 2016 by Hudsy Wudsy (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSayak Posted October 26, 2012 Author Share Posted October 26, 2012 Just updated the list once again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hudsy Wudsy Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 I don't know if there's anything here that you can use...1937 Chrysler Imperial Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSayak Posted April 2, 2013 Author Share Posted April 2, 2013 I thought I would put this back up to the top. I found a pair of visor mounts, but they ended up being both of the same side. I am still in need of visors as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSayak Posted November 3, 2015 Author Share Posted November 3, 2015 I am bringing this up from the bottom, I am still in need of the above parts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSayak Posted June 25, 2016 Author Share Posted June 25, 2016 up for another round to see if anybody has any extras or knows of parts sources. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSayak Posted October 25, 2017 Author Share Posted October 25, 2017 I'm still searching for any and all of the parts listed above. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSayak Posted June 5, 2018 Author Share Posted June 5, 2018 Bringing this back to the top in the hopes that someone might have leads or extra parts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
24Chry48 Posted June 6, 2018 Share Posted June 6, 2018 You can get your doorsills from a company called "Doorsills." They are in New Jersey and you can pick them up at Hershey or have them shipped. They are always almost a year behind in production, but their product is beautiful. I have bought many sets from them including for my 38 New York Special. Their phone number is 973-423-1196. I just checked their inventory and they do not list a coupe for 38, but I would call them anyway. They may be able to make one if they have the dimensions. I'm sure the checked pattern would be the same as for the sedans, just the length would be different. Greg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSayak Posted June 14, 2018 Author Share Posted June 14, 2018 Perfect. just gave them a call. Looks like they can help me out on sill plates. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marco.613 Posted February 10, 2019 Share Posted February 10, 2019 I have a 1938 chrysler imperial rs coupe mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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