- VIN 6B8730390
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The VIN decodes to a 1955 Buick Century.
1955 Buick Century
- Basic
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Model Year1955MakeBuick
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SeriesCenturyTrim LevelConvertible Coupe
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Production5588OriginUnited States
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Base Price$2727.00 USD
- Axle Type
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Axle TypeSemifloating
- Body
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Model Number66CWeight3950 lbs
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Passengers6Doors2
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Body MakerFisher
- Brakes
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Emergency BrakeRear service brakesBrake Size12 in.
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Service4 wheel hydraulic drum
- Capacities
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Fuel Tank19 gal.Rear Differential4.5 pt.
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Transmission2.5 pt.Oil6 qt.
- Carburetor
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Carburetor MakeCarter or Rochester
- Clutch Type
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Clutch TypeSingle plate dry discClutch Size10.5 inches
- Differential
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Differential Ratio3.90 :1DifferentialHypoid
- Dimension
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Height62.2 in.Length206.7 in.
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Rear Tread59 in.Wheelbase122 in.
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Width76.2 in.
- Engine
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Engine No. LocationOn left cylinder bank, just below head.Main Bearings5
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Engine NumbersStarting V720080-6Bore and Stroke4 & 3 13/64 in.
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Cylinders8Compression Ratio8.4 :1
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LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pinTorque330@3000 ft/lbs
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Displacement322 cu. in.Rated Horsepower51.20 hp
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Engine TypeDowndraft 4-barrelValve LiftersHydraulic
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Engine TypeHelicalBrake Horsepower236@4600 hp
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Engine TypeV8 Valve-in-head
- Exterior Colors
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Exterior Colors
- Other Systems Specifications
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Exhaust SystemSingleIgnition SystemDistributor and coil
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Fuel TypePremiumCooling SystemCentrifugal pump with thermostat
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Battery12Cooling System16.5 Quarts
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RadiatorCellular
- Standard/Optional Equipment
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Dynaflow automatic transmissionOptionalAir conditioningOptional
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RadioOptionalHeater and DefrosterOptional
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Power brakesOptionalPower windowsOptional
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Power steeringOptionalPower seatsOptional
- Steering Gear
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Steering GearPower hydraulic
- Suspension
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Rear SuspensionCoil springsFront SuspensionIndependent coil springs
- Transmission
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Gears3DriveRear wheel drive
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1st2.39 :12nd1.53 :1
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3rd1 :1Reverse2.53 :1
- VIN Data
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VIN LocationPlate on left front door pillar & stamped on left front frame crossmember extension.
- Wheels, Rims & Tires
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Tire Size7.6 x 15Spare LocationTrunk
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