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1963 Chrysler Newport

The Newport served as Chrysler's entry-level full-size offering in 1963, replacing the discontinued Windsor and attracting buyers with its 361 CID V8 and competitive pricing.
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361 CID V8 2-BBL (265 HP)
Engine
Unknown Plant (7)
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1963 Chrysler Newport

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Make Code 8 Chrysler
Series Code 1 Newport
Year Code 3 1963
Plant Code 7 Unknown Plant (7)
Serial Number 117568 Unit #117568

Basic Information

MakeChrysler
ModelNewport
Year1963
ManufacturerChrysler Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine361 CID V8 2-BBL (265 HP)
Cylinders8
Displacement361 CID
Horsepower265 HP
Compression Ratio9.0:1
Carburetor2 BBL
Assembly PlantUnknown Plant (7)
Plant Code7
Pattern SourceChrysler
Confidence65%

Original Specifications

Headroom front38.0
Headroom rear37.8
Height55.0
Legroom front41.8
Legroom rear39.3
Length215.3
Nameplate origin1961
Wheelbase122.0
Width79.0

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)