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1961 Plymouth Valiant V-100 4-Dr. Sedan

The entry-level Valiant continued in its second year with refined styling and the reliable Slant Six engine that would define the compact's reputation for durability.
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170 CID Slant Six (101 HP)
Engine
4-Dr. Sedan
Body
Unknown Plant (2)
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1961 Plymouth Valiant V-100

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Make/Engine Code 1 Valiant 6-Cylinder
Series Code 1 V-100/Savoy
Year Code 1 1961
Plant Code 2 Unknown Plant (2)
Serial Number 039112 Unit #039112

Basic Information

MakePlymouth
ModelValiant V-100
Year1961
Body Style4-Dr. Sedan
ManufacturerChrysler Corporation
EraMuscle Car 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
Compression8.2:1
Engine 170 CID Slant Six (148 HP)
Horsepower148 HP
Displacement170 CID
Carburetor4 BBL
Compression8.2:1
Engine 225 CID Slant Six (145 HP)
Horsepower145 HP
Displacement225 CID
Carburetor1 BBL
Compression8.2:1

Original Specifications (Matched to: Valiant)

Bodystyle lifespan1960 through 1962
Headroom front37.9
Headroom rear37.4
Height53.3
Legroom front42.8
Legroom rear39.8
Length183.7
Nameplate origin1960
Wheelbase106.5
Width70.4

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)