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1961 Dodge Phoenix

The Phoenix represented the upscale full-size offering with enhanced trim and comfort features in Dodge's 1961 V8 range.
5316130601
318/361/383/413 CID V8
Engine
Newark, DE
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1961 Dodge Phoenix

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Make/Engine Code 5 Dodge V8 (318/361/383/413 CID)
Series Code 3 Phoenix
Year Code 1 1961
Plant Code 6 Newark, DE
Serial Number 130601 Unit #130601

Basic Information

MakeDodge
ModelPhoenix
Year1961
ManufacturerChrysler Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine318/361/383/413 CID V8
Cylinders8
Displacement318 CID
Horsepower230 HP
Compression Ratio9.0:1
Carburetor2-4 BBL
Assembly PlantNewark, DE
Plant Code6
Pattern SourceDodge
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Bodystyle lifespan1961 through 1962
Headroom front33.3
Headroom rear33.5
Height54.9
Legroom front45.1
Legroom rear42.4
Length217.1
Nameplate origin1960
Wheelbase122.0
Width78.7

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)