1963 Chevrolet Chevy II 2-Dr. Convertible
The Impala SS entered its second year as a performance-oriented option package, offering sporty styling and upgraded handling on Chevrolet's flagship model.
31767A227895
6 Cyl
Engine
2-Dr. Convertible
Body
Atlanta, GA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1963 Chevrolet Chevy II
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 3 | 1963 |
| Model Code | 1767 | Chevy II |
| Plant Code | A | Atlanta, GA |
| Serial Number | 227895 | Unit #227895 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelChevy II
Year1963
Body Style2-Dr. Convertible
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine6 Cyl
Assembly PlantAtlanta, GA
Plant CodeA
Pattern SourceGM
Confidence95%
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
CarburetorAutolite
Displacement351
Main Bearings5
Bands4 & 3 1/2
Cylinders8
Compression9.0
Valve LiftersHydraulic
Rated HP51.2
Horsepower240@4600
Torque350@2600
Dimensions
Production27820
Weight4135
Width79.2
Rear Tread64.3
Front Tread63.3
Wheelbase121
Length216.2
Height53.6
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission3.5
Clutch TypeSingle dry plate
Differential Ratio3.25
DifferentialHypoid
Steering GearRecirculating ball and nut
1st Gear Ratio2.42
Reverse Ratio2.33
DriveRear wheel drive
2nd Gear Ratio1.61
Gears3
3rd Gear Ratio1
Suspension
Rear SuspensionCoil link
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Tire SizeG78 x 15
Brakes
Service BrakesDual hydraulic
Parking BrakeCable and conduit on rear service brakes
Brake Drum Size11
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity23
Oil Capacity5
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
CoolingCentrifugal water pump, 16.5 Quarts
IgnitionDistributor and coil
RadiatorTubular and fin
Fuel TypeRegular
Battery12
ExhaustSingle
Equipment
EquipmentAir conditioning, 400 cu. in. V8 engine, 390 cu. in. V8 engine, Front disc rear drum brakes, Speed control device, Radio, 429 cu. in. V8 engine, Power windows, Power steering, Power seats
Colors
Exterior ColorsBlack, Dark Blue Metallic, Dark Green Metallic, Gray Gold Metallic, Light Gold, Light Green, Light Pewter Metallic, Maroon Metallic, Medium Blue Metallic, Medium Brown Metallic, Medium Green Metallic, Pastel Blue, Red, White, Yellow
Pricing
MSRP$3792.00
Body
Doors4
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.