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Engine Identification: Notes

First figure of "Vehicle Warranty Number" stamped on car patent plate attached to left front door hinge pillar post indicates year model ( 1962; 1963, etc.). Fifth figure indicates engine size (see table below).

Engine Code Letters
221" (1)L
260" (2)F
289" 2-Bbl. 200 HP (3)C
  4-Bbl. 210 HP D
    225 HP A
    271 HP K
(1) Low compression (1962 ONLY) or (1963 ONLY).
(2) Low compression or .
(3) Low compression 1964-68