The Norseman is considered one of Chrysler’s biggest mysteries. Although there is proof of its existence, very few people outside of the brand’s development team actually saw it. Unfortunately, it now rests at the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean, deteriorating over time. Divers have reported that only the tires are recognizable. The car was a collaboration between Chrysler and Ghia, an Italian studio, and it was being shipped back to the United States after initial testing. The plan was to have a grand unveiling once it reached American shores. However, tragedy struck when the ship it was on, the “SS Andrea Doria,” collided with another ship, resulting in the loss of 51 lives.

With the sinking of the Andrea Doria, the Norseman, along with all of its cargo, went with it. Just like the recent Titan submersible disaster, the shipwreck of the Andrea Doria became a popular site for exploration dives but proved to be dangerous, resulting in over two dozen divers losing their lives. The Norseman was known for its innovative features, one of which was its pillarless roof. It was engineered to hold several times the weight of the car, making it safer than many other cars of its time. Additionally, it had a futuristic appearance that impressed many. The car had undergone extensive research, accumulating approximately 50,000 hours of work. Unfortunately, much of this valuable research was lost forever when the Norseman sank. Overall, the Chrysler Norseman was an advanced vehicle that, despite its significant potential, remained unseen by the public.