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1962 Chrysler Newport

The Newport wagon offered family hauling capabilities with Chrysler's new entry-level pricing structure, making full-size wagons more accessible in 1962.
Confidence 65%
852220R080
361 CID V8 (265 HP)
Engine
Unknown Plant (2)
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1962 Chrysler Newport

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Make Code 8 Chrysler
Series Code 5 Newport
Year Code 2 1962
Plant Code 2 Unknown Plant (2)
Serial Number 20R080 Unit #20R080

Basic Information

MakeChrysler
ModelNewport
Year1962
ManufacturerChrysler Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine361 CID V8 (265 HP)
Cylinders8
Displacement361 CID
Horsepower265 HP
Compression Ratio9.1:1
Carburetor2 BC (2-barrel)
Assembly PlantUnknown Plant (2)
Plant Code2
Pattern SourceChrysler

Original Specifications

Headroom front37.8
Headroom rear33.6
Height55.2
Legroom front45.8
Legroom rear40.6
Length214.9
Nameplate origin1961
Wheelbase122.0
Width79.4

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)