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1977 Chrysler Newport 2-Door Hardtop

Flory records 10,566 built for 1977 at a base price of $5,374 (p.475).
Confidence 95%
CL23N7C156653
400 CID V8 4-bbl (190 HP)
Engine
2-Door Hardtop
Body
Jefferson Ave., Detroit, MI
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1977 Chrysler Newport

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Make Code C Chrysler
Class Code L Low
Body Style Code 23 2-Door Hardtop
Engine CID Code N 400 CID V8 4-bbl
Year Code 7 1977
Plant Code C Jefferson Ave., Detroit, MI
Serial Number 156653 Unit #156653

Basic Information

MakeChrysler
ModelNewport
Year1977
Body Style2-Door Hardtop
ManufacturerChrysler Corporation
EraMalaise Era

Engine & Details

Engine400 CID V8 4-bbl (190 HP)
Cylinders8
Displacement400 CID
Horsepower190 HP
Carburetor4 BBL
Assembly PlantJefferson Ave., Detroit, MI
Plant CodeC
Pattern SourceChrysler

Original Specifications

Bodystyle lifespan1974 through 1978
Headroom front38.7
Headroom rear37.8
Height55.1
Legroom front42.1
Legroom rear38.3
Length226.6
Nameplate origin1961
Wheelbase124.0
Width79.5

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating
Clutch Size 10.5 inches

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $3407.00
No. Produced 14193

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 2

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 3935 lbs
Height 57.1 in.
Length 219.3 in.
Width 78.7 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Model Year 1967
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Type Dual downdraft
Displacement 383 cu. in.
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (20)
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Cooling System Water pump
Battery 12 V
Fuel Type Regular
Radiator Tube and spacer
Cooling System 17 Quarts
Exhaust System Single
Optional Equipment Speed control device
Optional Equipment Power seats
Optional Equipment Power steering
Optional Equipment Power vent windows
Optional Equipment Power windows
Optional Equipment Torque Flite Eight automatic transmission
Optional Equipment Radio
Optional Equipment Air conditioning
Optional Equipment Power antenna
Steering Gear Worm & ball nut
Rear Suspension Longitudinal leaf spring
Front Suspension Independent torsion bar
Drive Rear wheel drive
VIN Location On plate on left front door body hinge pillar post.
Spare Location Trunk
Tire Size 8.25 x 14
Make Chrysler
Origin United States
Series Newport Custom
Body Maker Chrysler
Model Number CC1-L-23
Emergency Rear service brakes
Brake Size 11 in.
Service Hydraulic self-adjusting
Rear Differential 4 pt.
Fuel 25 gal.
Transmission 6.5 pt.
Oil 4 qt.
Carburetor Ball and Ball
Type V8 valve-in-head
Differential Ratio 3.23 :1
Differential Hypoid
Rear Tread 60.7 in.
Wheelbase 124 in.
Front Tread 62 in.
Brake Horsepower 270@4400 hp
Cylinders 8
Rated Horsepower 57.8 hp
Compression Ratio-Std 9.2 :1
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Main Bearings 5
Torque 390@2800 ft/lbs
Clutch Type Single dry plate
No. Of Gears 3
1st 2.55 :1
2nd 1.49 :1
3rd 1 :1
5th Not applicable :1
Reverse 3.34 :1

Enhanced Data Note: The enhanced vehicle data shown above represents the base vehicle configuration as manufactured. Individual vehicles may vary depending on factory options and modifications made throughout the vehicle's history.