1966 Chrysler Newport 2-Dr Hardtop
Muscle Car Era
CL23G63100001
383 CID V8 (270 HP) (270 HP)
Engine
2-Dr Hardtop
Body
Jefferson Plant, Detroit, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1966 Chrysler Newport
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Make Code | C | Chrysler |
| Class Code | L | Low |
| Body Style Code | 23 | 2-Dr Hardtop |
| Engine CID Code | G | 383 CID V8 |
| Year Code | 6 | 1966 |
| Plant Code | 3 | Jefferson Plant, Detroit, MI |
| Serial Number | 100001 | Unit #100001 |
Basic Information
MakeChrysler
ModelNewport
Year1966
Body Style2-Dr Hardtop
ManufacturerChrysler Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine383 CID V8 (270 HP) (270 HP)
Cylinders8
Displacement383 CID
Horsepower270 HP
Compression Ratio9.2:1
Carburetor2 BBL
Assembly PlantJefferson Plant, Detroit, MI
Plant Code3
Pattern SourceChrysler
Confidence95%
Original Specifications
Weight3845
Length219
Height54.1
Width79.5
Wheelbase124
Rear tread61..7
Front tread62
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$3112.00
No. Produced
37662
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
2
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Weight
3845
lbs
Length
219
in.
Height
54.1
in.
Width
79.5
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Make
Chrysler
Type
V8 overhead valve
Type
Dual downdraft
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Displacement
383
cu. in.
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (22)
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Fuel Type
Regular
Cooling System
Water pump
Radiator
Tube and spacer
Battery
12
V
Exhaust System
Single
Cooling System
17 Quarts
Optional Equipment
Speed control device
Optional Equipment
Torque Flite Eight automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
Power brakes
Optional Equipment
Power seats
Optional Equipment
Power steering
Optional Equipment
Power vent windows
Optional Equipment
Power windows
Optional Equipment
Air conditioning
Optional Equipment
Radio
Optional Equipment
Power antenna
Steering Gear
Worm & ball nut
Rear Suspension
Longitudinal leaf spring
Front Suspension
Independent torsion bar
Drive
Rear wheel drive
VIN Location
On plate on left front door body hinge pillar post.
Tire Size
8.25 x 14
Spare Location
Trunk
Origin
United States
Model Year
1966
Series
Newport
Body Maker
Chrysler
Model Number
BC1-L-23
Emergency
Rear service brakes
Brake Size
11
in.
Service
Hydraulic self-adjusting
Fuel
25
gal.
Rear Differential
4
pt.
Transmission
6
pt.
Oil
4
qt.
Carburetor
Ball and Ball
Brake Horsepower
270@4400
hp
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Type
Fully synchronized
Torque
390@2800
ft/lbs
Rated Horsepower
57.8
hp
Compression Ratio-Std
9.2
:1
Main Bearings
5
Cylinders
8
Front Tread
62
in.
Rear Tread
61..7
in.
Wheelbase
124
in.
Differential Ratio
3.23
:1
Differential
Hypoid
Clutch Size
10.5 inches
Clutch Type
Single dry plate
No. Of Gears
3
1st
2.55
:1
2nd
1.49
:1
3rd
1
:1
5th
Not applicable
:1
Reverse
3.34
:1
B
&s 4 1/4 & 3 3/8
Enhanced Data Note: The enhanced vehicle data shown above represents the base vehicle configuration as manufactured. Individual vehicles may vary depending on factory options and modifications made throughout the vehicle's history.