The VG VIP set a national first — it was the very first car built in Australia to come with air conditioning as standard, not an extra-cost option.
Lead trim: VIP 245 cu in Hemi-6 · up to 230 hp
Chrysler VIP VGVG · 1970–1971
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FactThe VG VIP set a national first — it was the very first car built in Australia to come with air conditioning as standard, not an extra-cost option.
A facelifted VG series Chrysler VIP was introduced in 1970, replacing the VF model; a 245 cu in (4.0 L) Hemi-6 replaced the 225 cu in (3.7 L) Slant-6 and the 318 cu in (5.2 L) "Fireball" V8 remained an option. The VG VIP was the first Australian-made car to be fitted with air conditioning as standard equipment. It was replaced by the Chrysler by Chrysler in November 1971.
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Trims & Figures
2 published trims in the catalogue. A blank is a figure not recorded, not zero.
| Trim | Years | Engine | Power | Torque | 0–60 | Drive | Gearbox | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VIP 245 cu in Hemi-6 | 1970–1971 | 4.0 L Inline-6 | 165 hp | 235 lb-ft | — | RWD | — | — |
| VIP 318 cu in LA V8 | 1970–1971 | 5.2 L V8 | 230 hp | 340 lb-ft | — | RWD | — | — |
Owning one
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The VG VIP set a national first — it was the very first car built in Australia to come with air conditioning as standard, not an extra-cost option.
Underneath, it was a Valiant. On the outside, the VIP wore four headlights instead of two, different tail lights, a unique rear window and a heavily padded vinyl roof — the tells that separated it from the sedan it was built from.
Rivals
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