Chrysler Norseman | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | Chrysler |
Production | 1956 (none, sunk on the SS Andrea Doria) |
Designer | Virgil Exner |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Full-size |
Body style | 2-door fastback |
Layout | FR layout |
Powertrain | |
Engine | 331 cu in (5.4 L) FirePower V8 |
Transmission | Powerflite automatic |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 129 in (3,277 mm) |
Length | 227.5 in (5,778 mm) |
Width | 80 in (2,032 mm) |
Height | 57 in (1,448 mm) |
The Chrysler Norseman was a four-seat fastback coupe built in 1956 as a concept car. Although designed by Chrysler's stylists, actual construction was contracted out to the Italian coach-building firm of Carrozzeria Ghia. The concept car was lost during the sinking of the SS Andrea Doria.