Chrysler Valiant (VG)

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Chrysler Valiant (VG)
File:Chrysler VG Valiant sedan.JPG
Chrysler Valiant sedan (VG)
Overview
Manufacturer Chrysler Australia
Also called Dodge utility
Production 1970 to 1971 [1]
52,944 produced [1]
Assembly Tonsley Park, Australia
Body and chassis
Body style 4-door sedan
2-door hardtop
5-door station wagon
2-door coupe utility
Layout FR layout
Related Chrysler VIP (VG)
Powertrain
Engine 215 cu in (3.5 L) I6 [1]
225 cu in (3.7 L) I6 [1]
245 cu in (4.0 L) I6 [1]
318 cu in (5.2 L) V8 [1]
Transmission 3 speed manual [1]
3 speed automatic [1]
Dimensions
Wheelbase 108 inches (2743 mm) [1]
111 inches (2819 mm) (Hardtop) [1]
Chronology
Predecessor Chrysler Valiant (VF)
Successor Chrysler Valiant (VH)

The Chrysler Valiant (VG) is an automobile which was produced in by Chrysler Australia from 1970 to 1971. It was the eighth Chrysler Valiant model to be produced in Australia.

Overview

The Valiant VG was a facelifted version of the Valiant VF with a restyled front grille and rectangular headlights.[2] Sedans were also given new horizontal taillights.[2] Rear end styling on the utility remained virtually the same for the third consecutive model series.[3]

The VG range featured a newly introduced Australian built "Hemi" six cylinder engine which was claimed by Chrysler to be the most advanced engine of its kind in the world.[4]

Model range

The Valiant (VG) was offered in 4-door sedan, 2-door hardtop, 5-door station wagon and 2-door coupe utility models.

  • Valiant sedan (M-41) [1]
  • Valiant hardtop (M-23) [1]
  • Valiant Safari wagon (M-45) [1]
  • Valiant Pacer sedan (S-41) [1]
  • Valiant Pacer hardtop (S-23) [1]
  • Valiant Regal sedan (H-41) [1]
  • Valiant Regal hardtop (H-23) [1]
  • Valiant Regal Safari wagon (H-45) [1]
  • Valiant Regal 770 sedan [5]
  • Valiant Regal 770 hardtop [5]
  • Valiant Wayfarer utility (L-20) [1]
  • Chrysler VG Valiant.jpg

    Chrysler Valiant sedan (VG)

  • Chrysler Valiant VG Hardtop (15220850821).jpg

    Chrysler Valiant Hardtop (VG)

  • 1971 Chrysler Valiant (VG) Regal Safari station wagon (2015-07-10) 01.jpg

    Chrysler Valiant Safari wagon (VG)

  • 1970 Valiant VG Pacer Little Red Riding Hood==.JPG

    Chrysler Valiant Pacer Sedan (VG) (standard)

  • Chrysler VG Valiant Pacer Sedan 2.JPG

    Chrysler Valiant Pacer sedan (VG) (with A88 mod pack, black outs on bonnet and different stripes)

  • Chrysler VG Valiant Pacer Hardtop.JPG

    Chrysler Valiant Pacer hardtop (VG) (with A88 mod pack, Bondi Bleach)

  • 1970 Chrysler Valiant VG Regal Sedan (21758221234).jpg

    Chrysler Valiant Regal Sedan (VG)

  • Chrysler VG Valiant Regal 770 Hardtop.jpg

    Chrysler Valiant Regal 770 hardtop (VG)

  • Chrysler Wayfarer VG Utility.jpg

    Chrysler Valiant Wayfarer utility (VG) with non-standard wheels

  • Dodge VG Utility.jpg

    Dodge utility (VG) with additional lights

Dodge utility

A heavy duty variant of the utility was marketed as the Dodge utility.[1]

Chrysler VIP

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Main article: Chrysler VIP

A long wheelbase variant of the VG Valiant was also offered as the Chrysler VIP (VG).

  • 1970 Chrysler VG VIP.jpg

    Chrysler VIP (VG)

Engines and transmissions

Four engines were offered.

  • 225 cu in (3.7 L) I6 "Slant 6" [1]
  • 215 cu in (3.5 L) I6 "Hemi" [1]
  • 245 cu in (4.0 L) I6 "Hemi" [1]
  • 318 cu in (5.2 L) V8 [1]

The 215 cu in (3.5 L) "Hemi" was added to the lineup early in 1971,[6] replacing the 225 cu in (3.7 L) "Slant 6".[1]

Two transmissions were available.

  • Three speed manual [1]
  • Three speed automatic [1]

Production and replacement

A total 52,944 of VG series Valiants were built [1] prior to the replacement of the VG by the Valiant VH in June 1971.[7]

References

  1. ↑ 1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09 1.10 1.11 1.12 1.13 1.14 1.15 1.16 1.17 1.18 1.19 1.20 1.21 1.22 1.23 1.24 1.25 1.26 1.27 Valiant VG Technical Specifications, www.uniquecarsandparts.com.au Retrieved on 2 October 2014
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 Elisabeth Tuckey and Ewan Kennedy, Chrysler Valiant, 1996, page 72
  3. ↑ Larry O'Toole, The Good Old Aussie Ute, 2000, page 201
  4. ↑ Elisabeth Tuckey and Ewan Kennedy, Chrysler Valiant, 1996, page 77
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 Elisabeth Tuckey and Ewan Kennedy, Chrysler Valiant, 1996, page 73
  6. ↑ Tony Davis, Aussie Cars, 1987, page 112
  7. ↑ Elisabeth Tuckey and Ewan Kennedy, Chrysler Valiant, 1996, page 87

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