Archives

The Chrysler Historical Collection maintains a vast library of materials – available to enthusiasts – documenting vehicle production dating back to 1915 for Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep®, DeSoto, Hudson, Nash, Plymouth, Rambler and Willys-Overland. The Collection includes:

  • Owner's and Service Manuals: 1915 - 1990
  • Photographs
  • Production Numbers
  • Build Records:
    • U.S. - Built Trucks from 1930 - 1950
    • U.S. - Built Cars from 1930 - 1967
The Collection does not have build records relating to Jeep®, AMC or Canadian-built vehicles.

Pricing

  • Owner and service manuals: $25 - $50
  • 8X10 photographs: $15 for black and white and $25 color (pending availability)
  • Build cards:  $25 - $45 for cars (based on decoding availability) and $25 for trucks (no decoding available)
Checks and money orders, payable to Chrysler LLC, are accepted for all Archival services.


Ordering

Material can be ordered in writing via U.S. Mail, e-mail or fax with the following information:

  • owner's full name
  • mailing address, phone number and e-mail address
  • make, model and year of the vehicle
  • specific documents and/or images requested
  • All build record requests must include the vehicle's VIN or serial number and proof of ownership (a photocopy of the title accepted)

Contact

Mailing Address:
Chrysler LLC
Corporate Historical Collection
12501 Chrysler Fwy.
CIMS 410-11-21
Detroit, MI 48288 USA
Attn: Historical Information

E-mail: archives@wpchryslermuseum.org
Fax: 313-252-2928