1962 Dodge Polara 500
The Polara 500 was Dodge's premium performance compact, featuring bucket seats, console, and powerful V8 engines up to 413 cubic inches.
5424267200
318/361/383/413 CID V8
Engine
Unknown Plant
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1962 Dodge Polara 500
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Make/Engine Code | 5 | Dart V8 / Polara 500 (318/361/383/413 CID) |
| Series Code | 4 | Polara 500 |
| Year Code | 2 | 1962 |
| Plant Code | 4 | Unknown Plant |
| Serial Number | 267200 | Unit #267200 |
Basic Information
MakeDodge
ModelPolara 500
Year1962
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 PlantUnknown Plant
Plant Code4
Pattern SourceDodge
Confidence95%
Original Specifications
Bodystyle lifespan1962 through 1965
Headroom front34.3
Headroom rear33.5
Height54.0
Legroom front45.9
Legroom rear39.6
Length202.2
Nameplate origin1960
Wheelbase116.0
Width76.5
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)