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1964 Plymouth Valiant Signet/Barracuda 2-Dr. Hardtop

The groundbreaking Barracuda debuted on April 1, 1964—two weeks before the Mustang—featuring America's largest rear window and fastback styling.
V442696329
170 CID Slant Six (101 HP)
Engine
2-Dr. Hardtop
Body
Detroit, MI (Hamtramck)
Plant
Classic Era
Era
No factory image on file
1964 Plymouth Valiant Signet/Barracuda

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Make Code V Plymouth Valiant
Series Code 4 Valiant Signet/Barracuda
Year Code 4 1964
Plant Code 2 Detroit, MI (Hamtramck)
Serial Number 696329 Unit #696329

Basic Information

MakePlymouth
ModelValiant Signet/Barracuda
Year1964
Body Style2-Dr. Hardtop
ManufacturerChrysler Corporation
EraClassic Era

Available Engine Options

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

Engine 170 CID Slant Six (101 HP)
Horsepower101 HP
Displacement170 CID
Carburetor1 BBL
Compression8.5:1
Engine 225 CID Slant Six (145 HP)
Horsepower145 HP
Displacement225 CID
Carburetor1 BBL
Compression8.4:1
Engine 225 CID Slant Six (145 HP)
Horsepower145 HP
Displacement225 CID
Carburetor1 BBL
Compression8.4:1

Original Specifications (Matched to: Barracuda)

Bodystyle lifespan1964 through 1966
Headroom front38.2
Headroom rear37.2
Height53.4
Legroom front40.0
Legroom rear35.5
Length188.2
Nameplate origin1964
Wheelbase106.0
Width70.1

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)