1965 Dodge Coronet 500
The V8 Coronet 500 represented the pinnacle of Dodge's intermediate line in 1965, paving the way for the legendary Charger that would debut the following year.
W357230999
273/318/361/383/426 CID V8
Engine
St. Louis, MO
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1965 Dodge Coronet 500
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Make/Engine Code | W | Coronet V8 (273/318/361/383/426 CID) |
| Series Code | 3 | Coronet 500 |
| Year Code | 5 | 1965 |
| Plant Code | 7 | St. Louis, MO |
| Serial Number | 230999 | Unit #230999 |
Basic Information
MakeDodge
ModelCoronet 500
Year1965
ManufacturerChrysler Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine273/318/361/383/426 CID V8
Cylinders8
Displacement273 CID
Horsepower180 HP
Compression Ratio8.8:1
Carburetor2-4 BBL
Assembly PlantSt. Louis, MO
Plant Code7
Pattern SourceDodge
Confidence95%
Original Specifications (Matched to: Coronet)
Bodystyle lifespan1962 through 1965
Headroom front39.1
Headroom rear38.4
Height55.8
Legroom front41.9
Legroom rear36.6
Length204.3
Nameplate origin1949
Wheelbase117.0
Width75.6
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)