1965 Plymouth Barracuda 2-Dr. Fastback
Barracuda continued its second model year in 1965, competing directly with Ford's Mustang in the emerging pony car market with its distinctive fastback design.
Confidence
95%
1851549581
170 CID Slant Six (101 HP)
Engine
2-Dr. Fastback
Body
Detroit, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1965 Plymouth Barracuda
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Make/Engine Code | 1 | Barracuda 6-Cylinder |
| Series Code | 8 | Barracuda |
| Year Code | 5 | 1965 |
| Plant Code | 1 | Detroit, MI |
| Serial Number | 549581 | Unit #549581 |
Basic Information
MakePlymouth
ModelBarracuda
Year1965
Body Style2-Dr. Fastback
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 BC
Compression8.5:1
Engine
225 CID Slant Six (145 HP)
Horsepower145 HP
Displacement225 CID
Carburetor1 BC
Compression8.4:1
Original Specifications
Bodystyle lifespan1964 through 1966
Headroom front38.5
Headroom rear36.8
Height54.4
Legroom front40.6
Legroom rear31.1
Length188.2
Nameplate origin1964
Wheelbase106.0
Width70.1
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)