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1964 Chevrolet Biscayne 2-Dr. Sedan

The Biscayne was Chevrolet's entry-level full-size sedan, popular with fleet buyers and budget-conscious families seeking reliable transportation. This two-door sedan carried V8 power.
41211S300604
8 Cyl
Engine
2-Dr. Sedan
Body
St. Louis, MO
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1964 Chevrolet Biscayne

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 4 1964
Model Code 1211 Biscayne
Plant Code S St. Louis, MO
Serial Number 300604 Unit #300604

Basic Information

MakeChevrolet
ModelBiscayne
Year1964
Body Style2-Dr. Sedan
ManufacturerGeneral Motors Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era

Available Engine Options

Engine options inferred from model and year. Specific engine not encoded in VIN.

Engine 235 cu.in. I6
Horsepower135 HP @ 4000 RPM HP
Displacement235 cu.in. CID
Carburetor1-barrel
Compression8.25:1
Engine 283 cu.in. V8
Horsepower170 HP @ 4200 RPM HP
Displacement283 cu.in. CID
Carburetor2-barrel
Compression8.5:1
Engine 283 cu.in. V8
Horsepower195 HP @ 4800 RPM HP
Displacement283 cu.in. CID
Carburetor2-barrel
Compression9.25:1
Engine 327 cu.in. V8
Horsepower250 HP @ 4400 RPM HP
Displacement327 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.0:1
Engine 409 cu.in. V8
Horsepower340 HP @ 4400 RPM HP
Displacement409 cu.in. CID
Carburetor4-barrel
Compression10.0:1
Engine 409 cu.in. V8
Horsepower400 HP @ 5000 RPM HP
Displacement409 cu.in. CID
Carburetor2x4-barrel
Compression11.0:1

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 & Stroke10 inches
Main Bearings5
Horsepower195@4800
Rated HP48.05
Displacement283.04
Cylinders8
Compression9.25
Torque285@2400
Valve LiftersHydraulic

Dimensions

Production120951
Weight3365
Length209.9
Wheelbase119
Width77
Height55.6
Rear Tread59.3
Front Tread60.3

Drivetrain

AxleSemifloating
Rear Axle Ratio4
Transmission3
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
DifferentialHypoid
Differential Ratio3.08
Steering GearRecirculating ball
Gears3
2nd Gear Ratio1.68
Reverse Ratio2.94
3rd Gear Ratio1
DriveRear wheel drive

Suspension

Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Rear SuspensionCoil springs
Tire Size7.00 x 14

Brakes

Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Brake Drum Size11
Service Brakes4 wheel hydraulic drum

Fuel & Electrical

Fuel Capacity20
Oil Capacity4
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
RadiatorTube and center
Battery12
IgnitionDistributor and coil
ExhaustSingle
Cooling16 Quarts, Water pump
Fuel TypeRegular

Equipment

EquipmentPower brakes, Power seats, 327 cu. in. V8 engine, Power windows, Powerglide automatic transmission, 409 cu. in. V8 engine, Pushbutton Radio, Air conditioning, Power steering

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$2460.00

Other

B&s 3 7/8 & 3

Body

Doors2
Seating6

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.