1965 Chevrolet Chevelle 300 2-Dr. Sedan
The Chevelle 300 was the base trim level of Chevrolet's mid-size line in 1965, positioned between the compact Chevy II and full-size models as a practical family car. This two-door sedan carried V8 power.
132115Z118292
8 Cyl
Engine
2-Dr. Sedan
Body
Fremont, CA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1965 Chevrolet Chevelle 300
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Division Code | 1 | Chevrolet |
| Model Code | 3211 | Chevelle 300 |
| Year Code | 5 | 1965 |
| Plant Code | Z | Fremont, CA |
| Serial Number | 118292 | Unit #118292 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelChevelle 300
Year1965
Body Style2-Dr. Sedan
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Available Engine Options
Engine options inferred from model and year. Specific engine not encoded in VIN.
Engine
194 cu.in. I6
Horsepower120 HP @ 4400 RPM HP
Displacement194 cu.in. CID
Carburetor1-barrel
Compression8.5:1
Engine
230 cu.in. I6
Horsepower140 HP @ 4400 RPM HP
Displacement230 cu.in. CID
Carburetor1-barrel
Compression8.5:1
Engine
283 cu.in. V8
Horsepower195 HP @ 4800 RPM HP
Displacement283 cu.in. CID
Carburetor2-barrel
Compression9.25:1
Engine
283 cu.in. V8
Horsepower220 HP @ 4800 RPM HP
Displacement283 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression9.25:1
Engine
327 cu.in. V8
Horsepower250 HP @ 4400 RPM HP
Displacement327 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.0:1
Engine
327 cu.in. V8
Horsepower300 HP @ 5000 RPM HP
Displacement327 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.5:1
Engine
396 cu.in. V8
Horsepower325 HP @ 4800 RPM HP
Displacement396 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.25:1
Engine
396 cu.in. V8
Horsepower375 HP @ 5600 RPM HP
Displacement396 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression11.0:1
About This Decode
This VIN does not encode the engine, so the engine details shown are representative of the model as built and not VIN-confirmed. (Most pre-1972 GM VINs do not carry an engine code.)
Specifications
Engine
CarburetorRochester
Bore & Stroke10 inches
Cylinders8
Rated HP48.05
Main Bearings5
Compression9.25
Horsepower195@4800
Displacement283.04
Torque285@2800
Valve LiftersHydraulic
Dimensions
Production25595
Weight3010
Wheelbase115
Width74.6
Length196.6
Height53.2
Rear Tread58
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission2
Rear Axle Ratio3.5
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
DifferentialHypoid
Differential Ratio3.08
Steering GearRecirculating ball
3rd Gear Ratio1
2nd Gear Ratio1.68
DriveRear wheel drive
Reverse Ratio2.94
Gears3
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Rear SuspensionCoil springs
Tire Size6.95 x 14
Brakes
Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Brake Drum Size9.5
Service Brakes4 wheel hydraulic drum
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity20
Oil Capacity4
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
RadiatorTube and center
Fuel TypeRegular
IgnitionDistributor and coil
Battery12
Cooling16 Quarts, Water pump
ExhaustSingle
Equipment
EquipmentPower seats, Power steering, Power brakes, Powerglide automatic transmission, 327 cu. in. V8 engine, Pushbutton Radio, Air conditioning, Power windows
Colors
Exterior ColorsAll colors may not be available in all models., Artesian Turquoise, Cameo Beige, Crocus Yellow, Cypress Green, Danube Blue, Ermine White, Evening Orchid, Glacier Gray, Glen Green, Goldenwood Yellow, Madeira Maroon, Milano Maroon, Mist Blue, Nassau Blue, Rally Red, Regal Red, Sierra Tan, Silver Pearl, Tahitian Turquoise, Tuxedo Black, Two Tone Colors Available, Willow Green
Pricing
MSRP$2264.00
Other
B&s 3 7/8 & 3
Body
Doors2
Seating6
Specifications are for this model from period Chevrolet data. Chevrolet VINs do not encode the engine, so figures are representative of the model as built; see the separate engine-options panel for all available engines.