A more conservative approach, with "jet smooth" lines, evident with the aircraft inspired side trim. Chevrolet changed much of the bodylines from the more wilder '59's. The new look for 1960 suited the glamorous top of the line Impala, as Chevrolet reshaped and separated the "bat wing" tail fins, and added 3 round tail lamps to the rear. The 1960 Chevrolet Impala also became the best-selling automobile in the US, and continued to hold that position for the next decade. Total Model production for the Chevy Impala in 1960 was around 511,925 produced. Of that 79,903 consisted of Convertibles. The Chevrolet Bel Air remained the mid-line option for the full sized line up and was offered in 4 different models including; Sport Sedan, Sport Coupe, 4-door Sedan and 2-door Sedan. The Biscayne was the lowest and most affordable priced of all the full-sized '60 Chevrolets. Although, for the first time in a thrift-priced series, you could get extra luxury features such as cigarette lighter, front arm rests, dual sun visors - at no extra cost. The '60 Chevy Biscayne was offered in a 4-door Sedan, 2-door Sedan and Utility Sedan.
1960 Chevrolet Biscayne Specifications
Model Number
Body/Style Number
Body Type & Seating
Factory Price
Shipping Weight
Total Production
Biscayne Series 1100- Six-Cyl
11
69
4 dr Sedan - 6P
$2,316
3,500 lbs
Note 1
11
11
2 dr Sedan - 6P
$2,262
3,415 lbs
11
21
2 dr Utility Sedan - 6P
$2,175
3,390 lbs
Brookwood Station Wagon Series 1100 - Six-Cyl
11
45
4 dr Station Wagon - 9P
$2,756
3,990 lbs
Note 1
11
35
4 dr Station Wagon - 6P
$2,653
3,850 lbs
Note 1
Biscayne Series 1200 - V-8
12
69
4 dr Sedan - 6P
$2,423
3,505 lbs
Note 1
12
11
2 dr Sedan - 6P
$2,369
3,425 lbs
12
21
2 dr Utility Sedan - 6P
$2,282
3,395 lbs
Brookwood Station Wagon Series
1200 - V-8
12
45
4 dr Station Wagon - 9P
$2,863
3,895 lbs
Note 1
12
35
4 dr Station Wagon - 6P
$2,760
3,845 lbs
Note 1
Biscayne Fleetmaster Series
1300 - Six-Cyl
13
69
4 dr Sedan - 6P
$2,284
3,495 lbs
Note 1
13
11
2 dr Sedan - 6P
$2,230
3,410 lbs
Note 1
Biscayne Fleetmaster Series
1400 - V-8
14
69
4 dr Sedan - 6P
$2,391
3,500 lbs
Note 1
14
11
2 dr Sedan - 6P
$2,337
3,415 lbs
Notes:
Production was recorded by body style only: 4dr Sedan = 497,048; Sport Coupe = 204,467; Sport Sedan = 169,016; 4dr Station Wagon = 198,066; Convertible = 79,903. Chevrolet did not offer a breakout of numbers by series, model or engine.
Chassis Data
Model
Wheelbase
Overall Length
Width
Height
Front Tread
Rear Tread
Tires
Chevrolet
119 in
210.8 in
79.9 in
54-56 in
60 in
60 in
7.50 x 14
Chevrolet Station Wagon
119 in
210.8 in
79.9 in
56.3 in
60 in
60 in
8.00 x 14
VIN Numbers
Serial Numbers were stamped on a plate on the left front door hinge pillar (center pillar on Corvair). The Fisher Body number plate on the right-hand side of the cowl gives additional information such as the body style number, the production sequence number, the trim (upholstery) number code and the paint number code.
First Symbol - Year
0 = 1960
Second & Third Symbol - Series
01 = Chevy II (4-cyl)
14 = Impala SS (V-8)
02 = Chevy II
15 = Bel Air 1500 Series (6-cyl)
04 = Chevy II Nova
16 = Bel Air 1600 Series (V-8)
05 = Corvair 500 Series (6-cyl)
17 = Impala 1700 Series (6-cyl)
06 = Corvair 600 Monza Spyder (6-cyl)
18 = Impala 1800 Series (V-8)
07 = Corvair Deluxe 700 Series (6-cyl)
53 = Chevelle & Std. El Camino (6-cyl)
08 = Corvette
54 = Chevelle & Std. El Camino (V-8)
09 = Corvair Monza/Spyder 900 Series (6-cyl)
55 = Chevelle Malibu & Custom El Camino (6-cyl)
11 = Biscayne 1100 Series (6-cyl)
56 = Chevelle Malibu & Custom El Camino (V-8)
12 = Biscayne 1200 Series (V-8)
57 = Chevelle Malibu SS (6-cyl)
13 = Impala SS (6-cyl)
58 = Chevelle Malibu SS (V-8)
Fourth & Fifth Symbol - Body Style
11 = 2dr Sedan
41 = 2dr Sedan
15 = 2 dr Station Wagon (6P)
45 = 4dr Station Wagon (9P)
19 = 4dr Sedan
47 = 2dr Sport Coupe
27 = 2dr Sedan
49 = 4dr Sedan
35 = 4dr Station Wagon (6P)
67 = 2dr Convertible
37 = 2dr Hardtop or Sport Coupe
69 = 4dr Sedan
39 = 4dr Hardtop or Sport Sedan
70 = Sedan Delivery
Sixth Symbol - Assembly Plant
(A) Atlanta, Georgia
(L) Los Angeles, California
(B) Baltimore, Maryland
(N) Norwood, Ohio
(F) Flint, Michigan
(O) Oakland, California
(G) Framingham, Massachusetts
(S) St. Louis, Missouri
(J) Janesville, Wisconsin
(T) Tarrytown, New York
(K) Kansas City, Missouri
(W) Willow Run, Michigan
Last Six Symbols - Production Sequence
Started at 100001
Engine Codes
Location Of Engine Code:6-Cyl - stamped on a pad behind the distributor on right side of block. V-8 - stamped on the block in front of the right hand cylinder head.
Letter Code
Engine
Horsepower
Torque
Transmission
Carburetor
A
6-235
135
217
3-Speed Manual
1 BC
AE
6-235
135
217
3-Speed Manual
2 BC
AF
6-235
135
217
3-Speed Manual
2 BC
AG
6-235
135
217
3-Speed Manual
2 BC
AJ
6-235
135
217
3-Speed Manual
2 BC
AK
6-235
135
217
3-Speed Manual
2 BC
AM
6-235
135
217
3-Speed Manual
2 BC
AP
6-235
135
217
3-Speed Manual
2 BC
AR
6-235
135
217
3-Speed Manual
2 BC
AS
6-235
135
217
3-Speed Manual
2 BC
AT
6-235
135
217
3-Speed Manual
2 BC
AZ
6-235
135
217
3-Speed Manual
2 BC
B
6-235
135
217
Powerglide
2 BC
BE
6-235
135
217
Powerglide
2 BC
BG
6-235
135
217
Powerglide
2 BC
BH
6-235
135
217
Powerglide
2 BC
C
8-283
170
275
3-Speed Manual
2 BC
CD
8-283
170
275
Overdrive
2 BC
CF
8-283
230
300
3-Speed Manual
4 BC
CG
8-283
230
300
Overdrive
4 BC
D
8-283
170
275
Powerglide
2 BC
DB
8-283
170
275
Powerglide
2 BC
DK
8-283
170
275
Powerglide
2 BC
DM
8-283
230
300
Powerglide
4 BC
E
8-283
170
275
Turboglide
2 BC
EB
8-283
230
300
Turboglide
4 BC
EG
8-283
170
275
Turboglide
2 BC
EJ
8-283
230
300
Turboglide
4 BC
F
8-348
250
355
Not Available
4 BC
FA
8-348
280
355
Not Available
3 - 2 BC
FE
8-348
335
362
Not Available
3 - 2 BC
FG
8-348
320
358
Not Available
4 BC
FH
8-348
350
364
Not Available
3 - 2 BC
FJ
8-348
340
362
Not Available
4 BC
G
8-348
250
355
Powerglide
4 BC
GB
8-348
280
355
Powerglide
3 - 2 BC
GD
8-348
320
358
Powerglide
4 BC
H
8-348
250
355
Turboglide
4 BC
HA
8-348
280
355
Turboglide
3 - 2 BC
Transmission Codes
Transmission
Location
3-Speed Manual
Stamped on rear face of upper right corner
4-Speed
Stamped on boss on lower left side of case just below side cover.
Powerglide (Corvair)
On top of the case in the rear at 11 o'clock.
Powerglide
Stamped on the bottom of oil pan
Plant and Type Designation Prefix
Plant
Transmission Type
W
Warner Gear
4-Speed
S
Saginaw
3-Speed, Overdrive*
C
Cleveland
Powerglide
B
Toledo
Powerglide (Corvair)
*Overdrive distinguished from 3-Speed by physical appearance only. The above transmissions will carry a production code number such as: S304 (S = Saginaw 3-Speed, 3 = March, 04 = 4th.)
Axle Codes
Location Of Axle Codes: The axles for Chevrolet will be built by Chevrolet Buffalo, Chevrolet Gear and Axle, Buick, Oldsmobile, and McKinnon. Divisional Manufacturer code letters will be metal stamped on the axle tube adjacent to the carrier for identification. Metal stamp on left rear axle tube on the rear side, letters and numerals 3/16 in. high, 3 in. outboard of carrier.
Codes - Non-Locking
Codes - Locking
Ratio
Inspection Cover
Not Available
Not Available
3.55
12 Bolt
Not Available
Not Available
3.36
10 Bolt
Not Available
Not Available
3.08
10 Bolt
Not Available
Not Available
3.70
Not Available
Paint Codes - Exterior Colors
Color Name / Code
Color Image
Color Name / Code
Color Image
923 - Roman Red
Lucite® Code - 2931LH
Dulux® Code - 93-93037H
NOTES: Color Combination Numbers are on a plate on the right side of the dash panel, under the hood, immediately below the heater water control valve (Ranco Valve).
Paint Codes - Two-Tone Combinations of the RPO-B, C, and D Series Cars are as Follows:
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