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1964 Chevrolet Corvair Monza 2-Dr. Coupe

The Corvair Monza was the sporty top trim that pioneered the bucket-seat compact; the coupe was its most popular body in 1964.
40927W212187
6 Cyl
Engine
2-Dr. Coupe
Body
Willow Run, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1964 Chevrolet Corvair Monza

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 4 1964
Model Code 0927 Corvair Monza
Plant Code W Willow Run, MI
Serial Number 212187 Unit #212187

Basic Information

MakeChevrolet
ModelCorvair Monza
Year1964
Body Style2-Dr. Coupe
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine6 Cyl
Assembly PlantWillow Run, MI
Plant CodeW
Pattern SourceGM
Confidence95%

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 & Stroke8.0 inches
Horsepower95@3600
Rated HP47.93
Main Bearings4
Compression8.25
Torque154@2400
Displacement164
Cylinders6
Valve LiftersHydraulic

Dimensions

Production88440
Weight2445
Rear Tread55.1
Length180
Wheelbase108
Width67
Front Tread54.5
Height51.4

Drivetrain

AxleSemifloating
Rear Axle Ratio4
Transmission2.25
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
DifferentialHypoid
Differential Ratio3.27
Steering GearRecirculating ball
DriveRear wheel drive
Reverse Ratio3.22
2nd Gear Ratio1.84
3rd Gear Ratio1
Gears3

Suspension

Rear SuspensionTransverse leaf springs
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Tire Size6.50 x 13

Brakes

Service Brakes4 wheel hydraulic drum
Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Brake Drum Size9

Fuel & Electrical

Fuel Capacity14
Oil Capacity4
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Battery12
Fuel TypeRegular
IgnitionDistributor and coil
CoolingAir cooled
ExhaustSingle

Equipment

EquipmentPushbutton Radio, Powerglide automatic transmission, Air conditioning

Colors

Exterior ColorsAll colors may not be available in all models., Almond Fawn Metallic, Azure Aqua Metallic, Bahama Green Metallic, Daytona Blue Metallic, Desert Beige, Ember Red, Ermine White, Goldwood, Lagoon Aqua Metallic, Meadow Green Metallic, Palomar Red Metallic #2, Riverside Red, Saddle Tan Metallic, Satin Silver Metallic, Silver Blue Metallic, Tuxedo Black, Two Tone Colors Available

Pricing

MSRP$2270.00

Other

B&s 3 7/16 & 2 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.