1977 Chrysler Newport 2-Door Hardtop
Flory records 10,566 built for 1977 at a base price of $5,374 (p.475).
Confidence
95%
CL23T7C176298
440 CID V8 4-bbl (205 HP)
Engine
2-Door Hardtop
Body
Jefferson Ave., Detroit, MI
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1977 Chrysler Newport
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Make Code | C | Chrysler |
| Class Code | L | Low |
| Body Style Code | 23 | 2-Door Hardtop |
| Engine CID Code | T | 440 CID V8 4-bbl |
| Year Code | 7 | 1977 |
| Plant Code | C | Jefferson Ave., Detroit, MI |
| Serial Number | 176298 | Unit #176298 |
Basic Information
MakeChrysler
ModelNewport
Year1977
Body Style2-Door Hardtop
ManufacturerChrysler Corporation
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine440 CID V8 4-bbl (205 HP)
Cylinders8
Displacement440 CID
Horsepower205 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.