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Elwood Engel in front of his '63 Turbine

The origin of the Turbine's delta-shaped rear-end is evidenced in the '58 laGalaxie Concept

A Turbine awaiting its engine and drivetrain at Chrysler's facility.

Exploed view of the Twin-Regeneration Gas Turbine Engine showing main components.

Closeup of the Turbine showing the accessory drive, air intake elbow and ignition unit. The burner is in the center at the bottom.

Detailed view of the reduction gear and the exhaust ducts coming from the regenerators.

A Phantom View of the Turbine car chassis components. Left side shows the battery, air intake, engine and front coil-over shock suspension system. Note the large exhaust ducting in the center.

Schematic diagram of the Turbine engine.
 

1955 Car Show Handout

 

1963 Car Show Handout


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