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Chrysler Fifth Avenue 1st Gen

1982 – 1989

The Chrysler Fifth Avenue was a luxury trim level or model name for Chrysler's larger sedans produced from 1979 to 1993. After 1993, the Fifth Avenue name was discontinued with the introduction of new models like the New Yorker and LHS on the LH platform. The car's name was inspired by the upscale street in New York City, Fifth Avenue, known for its high-end shops and cultural landmarks, like the Chrysler Building. To compete with luxury sedans like the Cadillac Fleetwood and Lincoln Town Car, Chrysler introduced the Fifth Avenue trim package in 1980 as an option on the R-body New Yorker. Later in 1982, the New Yorker model moved onto the M-body platform, still offering the Fifth Avenue package. Key points: 1. The Chrysler Fifth Avenue was a luxury trim level or model name for Chrysler's larger sedans from 1979 to 1993. 2. The name "Fifth Avenue" was a reference to the upscale New York City street known for its high-end shops and cultural attractions. 3. Introduced in 1980, the Fifth Avenue package was offered as an option on the R-body New Yorker to compete with Cadillac and Lincoln luxury sedans. 4. In 1982, the New Yorker model transitioned to the M-body platform, still offering the Fifth Avenue package for luxury features.