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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.
Shown as 1961 Plymouth Valiant V-100, not confirmed by the VIN. Back to the default reading
1113063461
170 CID Slant Six (101 HP)
Engine
4-Dr. Sedan
Body
Unknown Plant (3)
Plant
Classic Era
Era
No factory image on file
1961 Plymouth Valiant V-100

This VIN also matches

This VIN's format is shared with another manufacturer's numbering scheme. Without more information about the actual vehicle, we can't tell which decode is correct.

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Make/Engine Code 1 Valiant 6-Cylinder
Series Code 1 V-100/Savoy
Year Code 1 1961
Plant Code 3 Unknown Plant (3)
Serial Number 063461 Unit #063461

Basic Information

MakePlymouth
ModelValiant V-100
Year1961
Body Style4-Dr. Sedan
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
Compression8.2:1
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)