The 1983 Chrysler LeBaron arrived at a moment when its parent company desperately needed more than a competent car. Chrysler needed a symbol, something that could project confidence and style even ...

The LeBaron name came from the coachbuilding company that Chrysler purchased in 1953, so it seemed like a good name for the luxed-up Dodge Aspen/Plymouth Volaré that debuted for the 1977 model year.