1961 Plymouth Belvedere 2-Dr. Hardtop
The Belvedere represented Plymouth's mid-range offering with distinctive Forward Look styling and optional economy six-cylinder power for budget-conscious buyers.
Shown as 1961 Plymouth Belvedere, not confirmed by the VIN.
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2212012908
170 CID Slant Six (101 HP)
Engine
2-Dr. Hardtop
Body
Unknown Plant (2)
Plant
Classic Era
Era
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1961 Plymouth Belvedere
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VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Make/Engine Code | 2 | Plymouth 6-Cylinder |
| Series Code | 2 | Belvedere |
| Year Code | 1 | 1961 |
| Plant Code | 2 | Unknown Plant (2) |
| Serial Number | 012908 | Unit #012908 |
Basic Information
MakePlymouth
ModelBelvedere
Year1961
Body Style2-Dr. Hardtop
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
Bodystyle lifespan1960 through 1961
Headroom front37.8
Headroom rear38.0
Height54.6
Legroom front45.1
Legroom rear42.1
Length209.5
Nameplate origin1951
Wheelbase118.0
Width80.0
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)