History
Chrysler Valiant Pacer
The Valiant Pacer was Chrysler Australia's first serious performance sedan, featuring a tuned 225 cubic inch inline-six engine developing 185 horsepower. With its distinctive black vinyl roof, sports instrumentation, and upgraded suspension, the Pacer established Chrysler's performance credentials before the Charger arrived. The Pacer's success in production sedan racing helped build the reputation that would make the later Charger R/T and E-series models so successful. While less famous than its Charger successors, the Pacer is an important part of Australian muscle car history and is increasingly appreciated by collectors.