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{{Infobox automobile |
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| image = 1965 Chrysler Valiant AP6 Regal Sedan (45475190162) (cropped).jpg |
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| caption = Chrysler Valiant Regal sedan |
| caption = Chrysler Valiant Regal sedan |
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| name = Chrysler Valiant (AP6) |
| name = Chrysler Valiant (AP6) |
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| manufacturer = [[Chrysler Australia]] |
| manufacturer = [[Chrysler Australia]] |
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| production = 1965 |
| production = February 1965 – March 1966<ref name=UniqueSpecs>[http://www.uniquecarsandparts.com.au/valiant_ap6_technical_specifications.htm ''Valiant AP6 Technical Specifications'', www.uniquecarsandparts.com.au] Retrieved on 1 October 2014</ref> <br> 43,344 produced<ref name=UniqueSpecs/> |
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| assembly = [[Tonsley Park]], [[Australia]]<ref name=Unique>{{cite web | url = http://www.uniquecarsandparts.com.au/car_info_chrysler_valiant_ap6.htm | title = Chrysler Valiant AP6 | publisher = Unique Cars & Parts | location = Australia | accessdate = 3 July 2015 }}</ref> |
| assembly = [[Tonsley Park]], [[Australia]]<ref name=Unique>{{cite web | url = http://www.uniquecarsandparts.com.au/car_info_chrysler_valiant_ap6.htm | title = Chrysler Valiant AP6 | publisher = Unique Cars & Parts | location = Australia | accessdate = 3 July 2015 }}</ref> |
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| predecessor = [[Chrysler Valiant (AP5)]] |
| predecessor = [[Chrysler Valiant (AP5)]] |
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| successor = [[Chrysler Valiant (VC)]] |
| successor = [[Chrysler Valiant (VC)]] |
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| body_style = 4-door [[Sedan (car)|sedan]] <br> 5-door [[station wagon]] <br> 2-door [[coupé utility]] |
| body_style = 4-door [[Sedan (car)|sedan]] <br> 5-door [[station wagon]] <br> 2-door [[coupé utility]] |
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| layout = [[FR layout]] |
| layout = [[FR layout]] |
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| platform = |
| platform = |
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| engine = {{convert|225|cuin|L|1|abbr=on}} [[Straight-six engine|I6]]<ref name=UniqueSpecs/> <br> {{convert|273|cuin|L|1|abbr=on}} [[V8 engine|V8]]<ref name=UniqueSpecs/> |
| engine = {{convert|225|cuin|L|1|abbr=on}} [[Straight-six engine|I6]]<ref name=UniqueSpecs/> <br> {{convert|273|cuin|L|1|abbr=on}} [[V8 engine|V8]]<ref name=UniqueSpecs/> |
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| transmission = 3spd manual<ref name=UniqueSpecs/> <br> 3spd automatic<ref name=UniqueSpecs/> |
| transmission = 3spd manual<ref name=UniqueSpecs/> <br> 3spd automatic<ref name=UniqueSpecs/> |
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| height = 55.0 inches (1387 mm)<ref name=UniqueSpecs/> |
| height = 55.0 inches (1387 mm)<ref name=UniqueSpecs/> |
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| weight = 2744 lb (1245 kg)<ref name=UniqueSpecs/> |
| weight = 2744 lb (1245 kg)<ref name=UniqueSpecs/> |
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| related = [[Plymouth Valiant]] |
| related = [[Plymouth Valiant]] |
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A [[coupe utility]] variant was added to the range in April 1965<ref name=Unique/> and marketed as the Valiant Wayfarer.<ref>Sales brochure for Valiant Wayfarer (AP6)</ref> This was the first Valiant-based coupe utility to be produced by Chrysler Australia. |
A [[coupe utility]] variant was added to the range in April 1965<ref name=Unique/> and marketed as the Valiant Wayfarer.<ref>Sales brochure for Valiant Wayfarer (AP6)</ref> This was the first Valiant-based coupe utility to be produced by Chrysler Australia. |
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As with the previous AP5 model, station wagon rear styling varied depending on production dates. Early build wagons used 1965 US Plymouth Valiant wagon-style tail lights. At some time in the production run Chrysler Australia invested in new tooling for the wagon rear sheet metal, allowing the use of sedan rear doors. Later style wagons again used vertical style tail lights. The new pressings required revised rear cargo area side windows and rear bumpers were also redesigned. Changes occurred from build number AP6-2W-3107 (manual Safari), AP6-4W-2167 (automatic Safari), AP6-4HW-1418 (Regal Safari) and AP6-4WHV-209 (V8 Safari).<ref>Chrysler Australia - 1962-1969 Valiant and V.I.P. Parts List - body section various pages</ref> The difference in sheet metal is most notable where the rear bumpers on the later versions finish. On early build cars the rear bumper ends lead into a pressing on the lower rear quarter panel sheet metal, whereas on later build cars the bumper has curved ends with a flat sheet metal surface on the lower rear quarters. |
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Valiant V8 models were released in August 1965. A V8 sedan and V8 Safari wagon were offered, both powered by a {{convert|273|cuin|L|1|abbr=on}} [[V8 engine]] with “TorqueFlite 8” automatic transmission. V8 models could be identified by V8 badges, with the V8 sedan having a vinyl roof and the V8 Safari wagon being fitted with a roof rack.<ref name=Unique/> Power-assisted brakes were standard equipment.<ref name=Unique/> Although it utilized Regal trim and equipment, the V8 was marketed as the Valiant V8, not as a Valiant Regal V8.<ref name=Farmer>Gavin Farmer, Great Ideas in Motion, A History of Chrysler in Australia 1946-1981, Ilinga Books, 2010, page 125</ref> |
Valiant V8 models were released in August 1965. A V8 sedan and V8 Safari wagon were offered, both powered by a {{convert|273|cuin|L|1|abbr=on}} [[V8 engine]] with “TorqueFlite 8” automatic transmission. V8 models could be identified by V8 badges, with the V8 sedan having a vinyl roof and the V8 Safari wagon being fitted with a roof rack.<ref name=Unique/> Power-assisted brakes were standard equipment.<ref name=Unique/> Although it utilized Regal trim and equipment, the V8 was marketed as the Valiant V8, not as a Valiant Regal V8.<ref name=Farmer>Gavin Farmer, Great Ideas in Motion, A History of Chrysler in Australia 1946-1981, Ilinga Books, 2010, page 125</ref> |
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==Model range== |
==Model range== |
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The Valiant AP6 was offered in 4-door [[Sedan (car)|sedan]] |
The Valiant AP6 was offered in 4-door [[Sedan (car)|sedan]], 5-door [[station wagon]] and 2-door [[coupé utility]] body styles in ten models.<ref name=UniqueSpecs/> |
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* Valiant manual sedan (AP6-2) |
* Valiant manual sedan (AP6-2)<ref name=UniqueSpecs/> |
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* Valiant automatic sedan (AP6-4) |
* Valiant automatic sedan (AP6-4)<ref name=UniqueSpecs/> |
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* Valiant Regal sedan (AP6-4H) |
* Valiant Regal sedan (AP6-4H)<ref name=UniqueSpecs/> |
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* Valiant V8 sedan (AP6-4PV) |
* Valiant V8 sedan (AP6-4PV)<ref name=UniqueSpecs/> |
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* Valiant Safari manual wagon (AP6-2W) |
* Valiant Safari manual wagon (AP6-2W)<ref name=UniqueSpecs/> |
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* Valiant Safari automatic wagon (AP6-4W) |
* Valiant Safari automatic wagon (AP6-4W)<ref name=UniqueSpecs/> |
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* Valiant Regal Safari wagon (AP6-4WH) |
* Valiant Regal Safari wagon (AP6-4WH)<ref name=UniqueSpecs/> |
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* Valiant V8 Safari wagon (AP6-4WHV) |
* Valiant V8 Safari wagon (AP6-4WHV)<ref name=UniqueSpecs/> |
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⚫ | * Valiant Wayfarer manual utility (AP6-2U)<ref name=UniqueSpecs/> |
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⚫ | * Valiant Wayfarer automatic utility (AP6-4U)<ref name=UniqueSpecs/> |
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* Valiant Wayfarer manual utility (AP6-2U) |
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File:1965 Chrysler AP6 Valiant sedan (41469892431).jpg|Chrysler AP6 Valiant sedan (non standard wheels) |
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* Valiant Wayfarer automatic utility (AP6-4U) |
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File:Chrysler Valiant AP6 Wagon (16934780705).jpg|Chrysler AP6 Valiant Safari wagon |
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File:1965 Chrysler Valiant AP6 Safari Wagon (16919719098).jpg|Chrysler AP6 Valiant Safari wagon - early build. Note US 1965 Plymouth Valiant wagon style tail lights with amber turn signals, and rear bumper ends that finish against pressing in lower body panel. |
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File:1965 Chrysler AP6 Valiant Safari station wagon - late build.jpg|Chrysler AP6 Valiant Safari wagon - later build. Note vertical style tail lights and rear bumper with curved ends that finish against flat body panel. Later build wagons also used sedan rear doors, necessitating revised shaping of rear cargo area side glass, and body trim. |
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File:1965 Valiant AP6 Regal==.JPG|Chrysler Valiant AP6 Regal Sedan |
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File:1966 Chrysler Valiant (AP6) Regal sedan (2015-07-06) 01.jpg|Chrysler AP6 Valiant Regal sedan |
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File:1966 Chrysler Valiant (AP6) Regal sedan (2015-07-06) 02.jpg|Chrysler AP6 Valiant Regal sedan |
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File:1965 Chrysler AP6 Valiant Regal sedan (6335402099).jpg|Chrysler AP6 Valiant Regal sedan interior |
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File:Chrysler AP6 Valiant V8.jpg|Chrysler AP6 Valiant V8 sedan |
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File:1965 Chrysler AP6 Valiant V8 sedan (45637928601).jpg|273 cubic inch V8 engine as fitted to Chrysler AP6 Valiant V8 |
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File:1965 Chrysler AP6 Valiant V8 Safari station wagon.jpg|Chrysler AP6 Valiant V8 Safari wagon |
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File:Chrysler AP6 Valiant Wayfarer utility.JPG|Chrysler AP6 Valiant Wayfarer utility |
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File:Chrysler AP6 Valiant Wayfarer utility (6336707048).jpg|Chrysler AP6 Valiant Wayfarer utility |
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==Production and replacement== |
==Production and replacement== |
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A total of 43,344 Valiant AP6s were produced |
A total of 43,344 Valiant AP6s were produced<ref name=UniqueSpecs/> prior to its replacement by the [[Valiant VC]] in 1966.<ref>Elizabeth Tuckey and Ewan Kennedy, Chrysler Valiant, 1996, page 37</ref> |
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==References== |
==References== |
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[[Category:Cars of Australia]] |
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[[Category:Chrysler vehicles|Valiant]] |
[[Category:Chrysler vehicles|Valiant]] |
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[[Category:Cars introduced in 1965]] |
[[Category:Cars introduced in 1965]] |
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[[Category:Cars discontinued in 1966]] |
Chrysler Valiant (AP6) | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | Chrysler Australia |
Production | February 1965 – March 1966[1] 43,344 produced[1] |
Assembly | Tonsley Park, Australia[2] |
Body and chassis | |
Body style | 4-door sedan 5-door station wagon 2-door coupé utility |
Layout | FR layout |
Related | Plymouth Valiant |
Powertrain | |
Engine | 225 cu in (3.7 L) I6[1] 273 cu in (4.5 L) V8[1] |
Transmission | 3spd manual[1] 3spd automatic[1] |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 106.0 inches (2692 mm)[1] |
Length | 187.9 inches (4772 mm) (sedan)[1] |
Width | 69.0 inches (1753 mm)[1] |
Height | 55.0 inches (1387 mm)[1] |
Curb weight | 2744 lb (1245 kg)[1] |
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Predecessor | Chrysler Valiant (AP5) |
Successor | Chrysler Valiant (VC) |
The Chrysler Valiant AP6 is an automobile which was produced by Chrysler Australia from 1965 to 1966.[1] It was the fourth Chrysler Valiant model produced in Australia.
The Valiant AP6 was released in March 1965,[1] replacing the Chrysler Valiant AP5. The basic styling was carried over from the AP5 but differed in having a new split grille, a new bonnet and new front mudguards.[2] Mechanical changes included a redesigned camshaft, the introduction of self-adjusting brakes and the replacement of the push button gear selector on models with automatic transmission by a traditional lever system.[2] Optional power brakes were made available across the range.[2]
Acoupe utility variant was added to the range in April 1965[2] and marketed as the Valiant Wayfarer.[3] This was the first Valiant-based coupe utility to be produced by Chrysler Australia.
As with the previous AP5 model, station wagon rear styling varied depending on production dates. Early build wagons used 1965 US Plymouth Valiant wagon-style tail lights. At some time in the production run Chrysler Australia invested in new tooling for the wagon rear sheet metal, allowing the use of sedan rear doors. Later style wagons again used vertical style tail lights. The new pressings required revised rear cargo area side windows and rear bumpers were also redesigned. Changes occurred from build number AP6-2W-3107 (manual Safari), AP6-4W-2167 (automatic Safari), AP6-4HW-1418 (Regal Safari) and AP6-4WHV-209 (V8 Safari).[4] The difference in sheet metal is most notable where the rear bumpers on the later versions finish. On early build cars the rear bumper ends lead into a pressing on the lower rear quarter panel sheet metal, whereas on later build cars the bumper has curved ends with a flat sheet metal surface on the lower rear quarters.
Valiant V8 models were released in August 1965. A V8 sedan and V8 Safari wagon were offered, both powered by a 273 cu in (4.5 L) V8 engine with “TorqueFlite 8” automatic transmission. V8 models could be identified by V8 badges, with the V8 sedan having a vinyl roof and the V8 Safari wagon being fitted with a roof rack.[2] Power-assisted brakes were standard equipment.[2] Although it utilized Regal trim and equipment, the V8 was marketed as the Valiant V8, not as a Valiant Regal V8.[5]
The Valiant AP6 was offered in 4-door sedan, 5-door station wagon and 2-door coupé utility body styles in ten models.[1]
A 225 cu in (3.7 L) Straight-six engine was fitted to all models except the Valiant V8, which was powered by a 273 cu in (4.5 L) V8 engine.[1] Three speed manual and three speed automatic transmissions were offered.[1]
A total of 43,344 Valiant AP6s were produced[1] prior to its replacement by the Valiant VC in 1966.[6]
Chrysler Valiant series
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