VIN Decoder for classic cars & trucks (1950-1980)
Decoded:
Basic
Model Year 1963
Make Chevrolet
Series Impala V8
Trim Level Convertible
Original Base Price $3,024.00
No. Produced 82,659
Body
Body Maker Fisher
No. Doors 2
Model Number 1867
Weight 3,525lbs
Dimension
Wheelbase 119 inches
Length 210.4 inches
Width 79 inches
Height 55.5 inches
Front Tread 60.3 inches
Rear Tread 59.3 inches
Engine
Type V8, Valve-in-head
Displacement 283.04 cu. in.
Cylinders 8
Bore & Stroke 3 7/8 & 3 inches
Compression Ratio-Std 9.25 to 1
Brake Horsepower 195@4800
Rated Horsepower 48.05
Torque 285@2400
Main Bearings 5
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Engine No. Location On front right side of block.
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Carburetor
Type Dual downdraft
Make Rochester
Transmission
Type Unknown at time of publication
Drive Rear wheel drive
No. Of Gears 3
1st 2.94 to 1
2nd 1.68 to 1
3rd 1 to 1
Reverse 3.34
Clutch Type
Clutch Type Single plate dry disc
Clutch Size 10 inches
Axle Type
Axle Type Semifloating
Differential
Differential Ratio 3.36 to 1
Suspension
Front Independent ball joint with coil springs
Rear Coil springs
Steering Gear
Steering Gear Recirculating ball
Brakes
Service 4 wheel hydraulic drum
Front Size 11 inches
Rear Size 11 inches
Emergency Rear service brakes
Size 11 inches
Other Systems Specifications
Exhaust System Single with crossover
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Battery 12 volt storage battery
Cooling System Centrifugal pump with thermostat
Radiator Tube and center
Fuel Type Regular
Wheels, Rims & Tires
Tire Size 7.5 x 14
Spare Location Trunk
Capacities
Fuel 20 Gallons
Oil 4 Quarts
Transmission 4 Pints
Cooling System 17.5 Quarts
Rear Differential 4 Pints
Classic Rating
Classic Rating Not Rated
VIN/ID
VIN/Serial no. Starting 31867a100001
VIN Description Total Digits: 12 Digits 1: Model year Digits 2-3: Series Digits 4-5: Body style Digits 6: Assembly plant Digits 7-12: Production number
VIN Location On left front body hinge pillar directly below the upper door hinge.
Additional Information
Additional Information No. produced includes this body type for ALL full size Chevrolet series this year.