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1964 Chevrolet Impala 2-Dr. Sport Coupe

The Impala was Chevrolet's bestselling full-size model, dominating the American car market with stylish design and comfortable accommodations. This pillarless sport coupe carried V8 power.
41847G144989
8 Cyl
Engine
2-Dr. Sport Coupe
Body
Framingham, MA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
1964 Chevrolet Impala 2-Dr. Sport Coupe

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 4 1964
Model Code 1847 Impala
Plant Code G Framingham, MA
Serial Number 144989 Unit #144989

Basic Information

MakeChevrolet
ModelImpala
Year1964
Body Style2-Dr. Sport Coupe
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
Horsepower195@4800
Torque285@2400
Displacement283.04
Valve LiftersHydraulic

Dimensions

Production442292
Weight3415
Length209.9
Width77
Front Tread60.3
Wheelbase119
Rear Tread59.3
Height55.1

Drivetrain

AxleSemifloating
Rear Axle Ratio4
Transmission3
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 Size7.00 x 14

Brakes

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

Fuel & Electrical

Oil Capacity4
Fuel Capacity20
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$2775.00

Other

B&s 3 7/8 & 3

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.