Thomas Special exactly known as Chrysler SS (Styling Special)

This car was first shown at the 1952 Paris Show. Designed by Exner, built by Ghia - a formula which was to be attached to dozens of cars born in the next 10 years.
Only two were made. The car was based on a modified Chrysler New Yorker chassis.
Styling elements were the 'fastback' roof line and knife-edge fender shpaes. The grille frame and horizontal bumper bar appeared integral, vertical bumper guards formed the leading edges of the front fenders.


© April, 1998
Pal Negyesi
Budapest, Hungary.