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1963 Plymouth Belvedere 2-Dr. Hardtop

The Belvedere V8 hardtop combined mid-level trim with optional performance engines, making it popular with buyers seeking style and power.
3239185523
318 CID V8 (230 HP)
Engine
2-Dr. Hardtop
Body
Unknown Plant (9)
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1963 Plymouth Belvedere

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Make/Engine Code 3 Plymouth 8-Cylinder
Series Code 2 Belvedere
Year Code 3 1963
Plant Code 9 Unknown Plant (9)
Serial Number 185523 Unit #185523

Basic Information

MakePlymouth
ModelBelvedere
Year1963
Body Style2-Dr. Hardtop
ManufacturerChrysler Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era

Available Engine Options

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

Engine 318 CID V8 (230 HP)
Horsepower230 HP
Displacement318 CID
Carburetor2 BBL
Compression9.0:1
Engine 361 CID V8 (265 HP)
Horsepower265 HP
Displacement361 CID
Carburetor2 BBL
Compression9.0:1
Engine 383 CID V8 (330 HP)
Horsepower330 HP
Displacement383 CID
Carburetor4 BBL
Compression10.0:1
Engine 426 CID V8 (415 HP)
Horsepower415 HP
Displacement426 CID
Carburetor2-4 BBL
Compression11.0:1
Engine 426 CID V8 (425 HP) Maximum Performance
Horsepower425 HP
Displacement426 CID
Carburetor2-4 BBL
Compression13.5:1

Original Specifications

Bodystyle lifespan1962 through 1965
Headroom front38.0
Headroom rear37.8
Height53.7
Legroom front46.0
Legroom rear40.9
Length202.0
Wheelbase116.0
Width75.6

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)