Specifications

 
Specifications for the 1955 Chrysler C300
Engine Specifications
Transmission, etc.
Dimensions

V8 FirePower 331.1 cu.in. 
Bore, stroke: 3.81 x 3.625 in.
Compression ratio: 8.5 to 1
Mechanical lifters Valve size, 1.94 intake, 1.75 exhaust
Horsepower: 300 hp at 5200 rpm
Torque: 345 ft.lb. at 3200 rpm
Two 4-bbl WCFB Carter carbs 2317S rear, 2318S front  Repair kit 1833A, Gasket kit 282A
Full race camshaft 280° intake with 60° overlap, causing deceleration flutter.
Dual exhaust standard. Automatic Powerflite transmission with 2 speeds, dash-mounted selector lever
Ratios: Low: 1.72. Drive: 1.00. Reverse: 2.39.
Rear axle ratios: 3. 54:1, with 3. 36 ; 3.73 ; 3.91 or 4.11 as options.
Steering mechanical, power available as an option.
Power brakes, 4 drums 12.57 x 2 x 20 inches 
Electrical system: 6 Volt, 45 amp generator  Original battery type: Auto Lite  6 volt 2H-135-RD with Willard MW-2-135-R optional. Starter: Auto Lite MCL 6121-A   Generator: GGW-6016 Voltage Regulator: Auto Lite VBE 6001 A

Overall length & width: 218.6 in. by 79.1 in.
Wheelbase: 126 in.
Height: 60.1 in.
Tread: Front 60.2 in., rear 59.6 in. 
Weight empty: 4005 lb. Suspension: front spring rate 800 lbs, rear springs 7 leaf, 160 lb rating 
Std. wheels 15 x 5.5 in., Motor Rim wire wheels optional.
Tires: 8.00 x 15 Goodyear Blue Streak.
Fuel tank: 20 gallons with Oilite filter in tank. 


Factory colors
Options
Production

Black  9000
Tango Red  70525
Platinum  8096
Trim: cowhide in natural tan color

Power steering: $ 113
Four-way electric seat:  $ 70
Power windows: $ 102
Radio: Standard $110 or Touch Tone $128
Solex  glass, Price N/A.  Instant heater: $ 92
5 Kelsey Hayes wire wheels: $ 617.60  Electric Clock

N° serial: 3N55 1001 - 3N55 2725.
N° engine: 3NE55 1001 - 3NE55 2756

TOTAL Production: 
Two-door coupe: 1725 made (of which 33 exported) at $4055. Survivors: 263, including 35 parts cars. Survivor info may not be up to date at all times.


Color
Code
Number of cars


Platinum 30   1177  
Black 01   289   
Tango Red 25   247   
Jade Green Poly 13  2  
Desert Sand 21   2   
Embassy Gray Poly 17   1   
Canyon Tan 20    1 
Special order * 99   1 


TOTAL 1724 
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