Which engine makes the best Chrysler Valiant for daily driving, performance, and collecting The Chrysler Valiant holds a special place in Australian motoring history, and one of the most common debates among enthusiasts is: six-cylinder or V8? With options ranging from the torquey Hemi Six to the burly 318 and 360 V8s, choosing the right […]
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Everything you need to know about the legendary Slant Six and Hemi Six engines The Chrysler Valiant isn’t just remembered for its stylish body lines and versatile body styles — it’s also celebrated for its engine lineup, particularly the straight-six engines that powered generations of Valiants from the 1960s to the late 1970s. These engines […]
How Chrysler Australia’s bold coupe became one of the country’s most legendary performance cars When Australians think of classic muscle cars, the usual names that come to mind are Ford Falcon GTs and Holden Monaros. But for those in the know, the Chrysler Valiant Charger holds a very special place in the nation’s automotive history. […]
Exploring Chrysler Australia’s 70s classic that continues to captivate enthusiasts The VG Chrysler Valiant, released in 1970, often flies under the radar compared to the flashier Chargers or VH models. Yet, for enthusiasts, collectors, and Australian motoring historians, the VG remains a key model in the Valiant legacy. It was more than just a mid-cycle […]
How Chrysler Australia blended comfort, style, and practicality in the ultimate mid-70s family car When Australians think of classic Valiants, the first images that come to mind are usually Hemis, Pacers, or Chargers. But for buyers in the 1970s who wanted space, refinement, and a touch of prestige, there was the Chrysler Valiant Regal — […]
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The CL Valiant Series Explained
Everything you need to know about Chrysler Australia’s versatile mid-70s family car lineup The CL Chrysler Valiant, released in 1976, represents one of the most significant chapters in Chrysler Australia’s history. Built during a period of change — rising fuel prices, tighter emissions regulations, and shifting consumer priorities — the CL offered buyers a wide […]
A deep dive into Chrysler Australia’s final Valiant and why it still matters today The VK Chrysler Valiant occupies a unique — and often misunderstood — place in Australian motoring history. Released in 1975, it wasn’t flashy, it wasn’t revolutionary, and it certainly wasn’t designed to win Bathurst. Yet today, the VK is quietly earning […]
Why Chrysler’s mid-’60s Valiant is finally getting the recognition it deserves For a long time, the VC Chrysler Valiant sat in an awkward place in the collector world — not as early as the R/S series, not as aggressive as later Pacers or Chargers. But that perception has shifted fast. Today, the VC is emerging […]
Why Chrysler’s early-’70s Valiant is becoming one of Australia’s most desirable classics For years, the VH Chrysler Valiant lived in the shadow of louder names — Chargers, E-Types, and Bathurst legends. But quietly, and steadily, the VH has emerged as one of the most desirable and collectible Australian Chryslers of the era. To enthusiasts who […]
How Chrysler’s big sedans became a cornerstone of Australian family life When Australians think of family cars from the 1960s and 1970s, names like Falcon and Kingswood usually dominate the conversation. But quietly — and sometimes controversially — the Chrysler Valiant sedan carved out its own loyal following. Big, tough, comfortable and a little bit […]