CC Outtake: 1996 Chrysler Town & Country LX – Short On Wheelbase, High On Style

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If anyone remembers my 1998 Chrysler Town & Country SX post from a short time ago, you’ll remember that the short-wheelbase 1996-2000 Chrysler “NS” Town & Countrys were quite rare, even when new. In fact, the pictures in that post came from a friend and fellow CC-commentator, as I couldn’t find one. Well, in belated CC-effect fashion, I did.

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The LX was only applied to short-wheelbase Town & Countrys for the 1996 model year, making this one a first-year example. Although I’ve never seen one, even in pictures, apparently the driver’s side sliding door was also an extra-cost option for 1996.

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In any event, short or long, the NS minivans are arguably the most cleanly designed minivans of all time, and some might even say they have grace. The 1996-1997 Town & Country is my favorite, its waterfall grille, “Camelot” spiralcast wheels, and tasteful chrome accents and gold pin striping appealing to me.

Related Reading:

1998 Chrysler Town & Country SX

1996-2000 Chrysler NS Minivans