1961 Chevrolet Biscayne 2-Dr. Utility Sedan
The Biscayne served as Chevrolet's entry-level full-size model in 1961, offering basic transportation with minimal chrome trim and simple interiors. This stripped utility sedan ran Chevrolet's smooth six.
Confidence
95%
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6 Cyl
Engine
2-Dr. Utility Sedan
Body
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1961 Chevrolet Biscayne
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 1 | 1961 |
| Model Code | 1121 | Biscayne |
| Plant Code | 4 | Unknown Plant |
| Serial Number | 241124 | Unit #241124 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelBiscayne
Year1961
Body Style2-Dr. Utility Sedan
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Available Engine Options
Engine options inferred from model and year. Specific engine not encoded in VIN.
Engine
235 cu.in. I6
Horsepower135 HP @ 4000 RPM HP
Displacement235 cu.in. CID
Carburetor1-barrel
Compression8.25:1
Engine
283 cu.in. V8
Horsepower170 HP @ 4200 RPM HP
Displacement283 cu.in. CID
Carburetor2-barrel
Compression8.5:1
Engine
283 cu.in. V8
Horsepower195 HP @ 4800 RPM HP
Displacement283 cu.in. CID
Carburetor2-barrel
Compression9.25:1
Engine
327 cu.in. V8
Horsepower250 HP @ 4400 RPM HP
Displacement327 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.0:1
Engine
409 cu.in. V8
Horsepower340 HP @ 4400 RPM HP
Displacement409 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.0:1
Engine
409 cu.in. V8
Horsepower400 HP @ 5000 RPM HP
Displacement409 cu.in. CID
Carburetor2x4-barrel
Compression11.0:1
About This Decode
This VIN does not encode the engine, so the engine details shown are representative of the model as built and not VIN-confirmed. (Most pre-1972 GM VINs do not carry an engine code.)
Specifications
Engine
CarburetorRochester
Bore & Stroke9.5 inches
Displacement235.5
Cylinders6
Compression8.25
Main Bearings4
Horsepower135@400
Torque217@2200
Valve LiftersHydraulic
Rated HP30.4
Dimensions
Rear Tread59.3
Front Tread60.3
Length209.3
Height55.5
Wheelbase119
Width76
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission2
Rear Axle Ratio4
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
DifferentialHypoid
Differential Ratio3.36
Steering GearSemi-reversible recirculating ball
DriveRear wheel drive
3rd Gear Ratio1
Reverse Ratio2.94
Gears3
2nd Gear Ratio1.68
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Rear SuspensionCoil springs
Tire Size7.5 x 14
Brakes
Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Brake Drum Size11
Service Brakes4 wheel hydraulic drum
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity20
Oil Capacity5
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
ExhaustSingle
IgnitionDistributor and coil
CoolingCentrifugal pump with thermostat, 16.5 Quarts
Fuel TypeRegular
RadiatorTube and center
Battery12
Equipment
EquipmentPower steering, Power brakes, Air conditioning, Power windows, Powerglide automatic transmission, Radio, Heater and Defroster
Colors
Exterior ColorsAlmond Beige, Arbor Green Metallic, Coronna Cream, Ermine White, Fawn Beige Metallic, Honduras Maroon Metallic, Jewel Blue Metallic, Lacquer, Midnight Blue Metallic, Roman Red, Sateen Silver Metallic, Seafoam Green, Seamist Turquoise, Shadow Gray Metallic, Twilight Turquoise Metallic
Pricing
MSRP$2175.00
Other
B&s 3 9/16 & 3 15/16
Body
Doors2
Specifications are for this model from period Chevrolet data. Chevrolet VINs do not encode the engine, so figures are representative of the model as built; see the separate engine-options panel for all available engines.