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1965 Plymouth Barracuda 2-Dr. Fastback

Barracuda continued its second model year in 1965, competing directly with Ford's Mustang in the emerging pony car market with its distinctive fastback design.
1852632957
170 CID Slant Six (101 HP)
Engine
2-Dr. Fastback
Body
Detroit, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1965 Plymouth Barracuda

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Make/Engine Code 1 Barracuda 6-Cylinder
Series Code 8 Barracuda
Year Code 5 1965
Plant Code 2 Detroit, MI
Serial Number 632957 Unit #632957

Basic Information

MakePlymouth
ModelBarracuda
Year1965
Body Style2-Dr. Fastback
ManufacturerChrysler Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era

Available Engine Options

Engine cannot be determined from VIN alone. Possible engines based on model:

Engine 170 CID Slant Six (101 HP)
Horsepower101 HP
Displacement170 CID
Carburetor1 BC
Compression8.5:1
Engine 225 CID Slant Six (145 HP)
Horsepower145 HP
Displacement225 CID
Carburetor1 BC
Compression8.4:1

Original Specifications

Bodystyle lifespan1964 through 1966
Headroom front38.5
Headroom rear36.8
Height54.4
Legroom front40.6
Legroom rear31.1
Length188.2
Nameplate origin1964
Wheelbase106.0
Width70.1

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)