- VIN C59S170XXX
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The VIN decodes to a 1959 Chevrolet Biscayne V8.
1959 Chevrolet Biscayne V8
- Basic
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Model Year1959MakeChevrolet
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SeriesBiscayne V8Trim LevelSedan
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Base Price$2151.00 USDOriginUnited States
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Production281924
- Axle Type
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Axle TypeSemifloating
- Body
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Model Number1511Weight3550 lbs
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Body MakerFisherDoors2
- Brakes
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Emergency BrakeRear service brakesBrake Size11 in.
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Service4 wheel hydraulic drum
- Capacities
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Transmission19 pt.Fuel Tank20 gal.
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Rear Differential4 pt.Oil4 qt.
- Carburetor
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Carburetor MakeRochester
- Clutch Type
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Clutch TypeSingle plate dry discClutch Size10 inches
- Differential
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Differential Ratio3.55 :1DifferentialHypoid
- Dimension
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Width79.6 in.Length210.9 in.
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Wheelbase119 in.Front Tread60.3 in.
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Rear Tread59.3 in.Height56 in.
- Engine
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Displacement283.04 cu. in.Main Bearings5
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Rated Horsepower48.05 hpTorque275@2400 ft/lbs
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Cylinders8Compression Ratio8.5 :1
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Engine No. LocationOn front right side of block.Brake Horsepower185@4600 hp
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Bore and Stroke3 7/8 & 3 in.LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
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Valve LiftersHydraulicEngine TypeDual downdraft
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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 SystemSingle with crossoverIgnition SystemDistributor and coil
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RadiatorTube and centerCooling System17.5 Quarts
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Cooling SystemCentrifugal pump with thermostatBattery12
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Fuel TypeRegular
- Standard/Optional Equipment
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RadioOptionalPower brakesOptional
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Power seatsOptionalPower steeringOptional
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Power windowsOptionalPowerglide automatic transmissionOptional
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Heater and DefrosterOptionalTurboglide automatic transmissionOptional
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Air conditioningOptional
- Steering Gear
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Steering GearRecirculating ball
- Suspension
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Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springsRear SuspensionCoil springs
- Transmission
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DriveRear wheel driveGears3
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1st2.47 :12nd1.53 :1
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3rd1 :1Reverse2.80 :1
- VIN Data
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VIN LocationOn left front body hinge pillar directly below the upper door hinge.
- Wheels, Rims & Tires
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Spare LocationTrunkTire Size7.5 x 14
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