1978 Chevrolet Impala 4-Door Sedan
The 1978 Chevrolet Impala sedan (1BL69).
Confidence
95%
1L69U8S227629
305 cu.in. V8 145 HP (U)
Engine
4-Door Sedan
Body
St. Louis, MO
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
Source: GM Passenger VIN System cards; Flory, American Cars.
No factory image on file
1978 Chevrolet Impala
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Division Code | 1 | Chevrolet |
| Model Code | L69 | Impala |
| Engine Code | U | 305 cu.in. V8 145 HP (U) |
| Year Code | 8 | 1978 |
| Plant Code | S | St. Louis, MO |
| Serial Number | 227629 | Unit #227629 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelImpala
Year1978
Body Style4-Door Sedan
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine305 cu.in. V8 145 HP (U)
Cylinders8
Displacement305 cu.in. CID
Horsepower145 HP
ConfigurationV8
Carburetor2-barrel
Assembly PlantSt. Louis, MO
Plant CodeS
Pattern SourceGM