1964 Chevrolet Biscayne 4-Dr. Sta. Wagon, 6-Pass.
The Biscayne was Chevrolet's entry-level full-size sedan, popular with fleet buyers and budget-conscious families seeking reliable transportation. This six-passenger station wagon carried V8 power.
41235L164310
8 Cyl
Engine
4-Dr. Sta. Wagon, 6-Pass.
Body
Los Angeles, CA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1964 Chevrolet Biscayne
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 4 | 1964 |
| Model Code | 1235 | Biscayne |
| Plant Code | L | Los Angeles, CA |
| Serial Number | 164310 | Unit #164310 |
Basic Information
MakeChevrolet
ModelBiscayne
Year1964
Body Style4-Dr. Sta. Wagon, 6-Pass.
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
Rated HP48.05
Main Bearings5
Cylinders8
Compression9.25
Torque285@2400
Displacement283.04
Horsepower195@4800
Valve LiftersHydraulic
Dimensions
Production192827
Weight3820
Wheelbase119
Length210.8
Front Tread60.3
Width77
Rear Tread59.3
Height56.7
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission3
Rear Axle Ratio4
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
DifferentialHypoid
Differential Ratio3.08
Steering GearRecirculating ball
Reverse Ratio2.94
2nd Gear Ratio1.68
DriveRear wheel drive
3rd Gear Ratio1
Gears3
Suspension
Rear SuspensionCoil springs
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Tire Size8.00 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
IgnitionDistributor and coil
RadiatorTube and center
Battery12
Cooling16 Quarts, Water pump
ExhaustSingle
Fuel TypeRegular
Equipment
EquipmentPower brakes, Power seats, Power steering, Power windows, Powerglide automatic transmission, 409 cu. in. V8 engine, Air conditioning, 327 cu. in. V8 engine, Pushbutton Radio
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$2860.00
Other
B&s 3 7/8 & 3
Body
Seating6
Doors4
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.