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1976 Chrysler Newport Custom 2-Door Hardtop

Flory records 3,855 built for 1976 at a base price of $5,479 (p.368).
CM23N6C135224
400 CID V8 4-bbl (210 HP)
Engine
2-Door Hardtop
Body
Jefferson Ave., Detroit, MI
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1976 Chrysler Newport Custom

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Make Code C Chrysler
Class Code M Medium
Body Style Code 23 2-Door Hardtop
Engine CID Code N 400 CID V8 4-bbl
Year Code 6 1976
Plant Code C Jefferson Ave., Detroit, MI
Serial Number 135224 Unit #135224

Basic Information

MakeChrysler
ModelNewport Custom
Year1976
Body Style2-Door Hardtop
ManufacturerChrysler Corporation
EraMalaise Era

Engine & Details

Engine400 CID V8 4-bbl (210 HP)
Cylinders8
Displacement400 CID
Horsepower210 HP
Carburetor4 BBL
Assembly PlantJefferson Ave., Detroit, MI
Plant CodeC
Pattern SourceChrysler
Confidence95%

Original Specifications (Matched to: Newport)

Bodystyle lifespan1974 through 1978
Headroom front38.7
Headroom rear37.0
Height54.4
Legroom front42.1
Legroom rear39.5
Length226.6
Nameplate origin1961
Wheelbase124.0
Width79.5

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $3586.00
No. Produced 24103

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 2

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 3940 lbs
Length 221.9 in.
Width 79.5 in.
Height 54.6 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Type V8 overhead valve
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Type Downdraft 4-barrel
Brake Horsepower 325@4800 hp
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (22)
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Cooling System Water pump
Radiator Tube and spacer
Battery 12 V
Exhaust System Single
Cooling System 17 Quarts
Fuel Type Premium
Optional Equipment Radio
Optional Equipment Power antenna
Optional Equipment Power brakes
Optional Equipment Power seats
Optional Equipment Power steering
Optional Equipment Power vent windows
Optional Equipment Power windows
Optional Equipment Air conditioning
Optional Equipment Torque Flite Eight automatic transmission
Optional Equipment Speed control device
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 8.55 x 14
Make Chrysler
Origin United States
Model Year 1966
Series 300
Model Number BC2-M-23
Body Maker Chrysler
Service Hydraulic self-adjusting
Emergency Rear service brakes
Brake Size 11 in.
Transmission 6 pt.
Rear Differential 4 pt.
Fuel 25 gal.
Oil 4 qt.
Carburetor Carter
Compression Ratio-Std 10.0 :1
Differential Hypoid
Differential Ratio 3.23 :1
Front Tread 62 in.
Wheelbase 124 in.
Rear Tread 61..7 in.
Rated Horsepower 57.8 hp
Main Bearings 5
Torque 428@2800 ft/lbs
Cylinders 8
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Type Fully synchronized
Displacement 383 cu. in.
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
B &s 4 1/4 & 3 3/8

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.