Engine ID (year) help

[thomas morton]

My older sister bought this 65 Dart Wagon with low mileage in the early 70s.
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Sorry, I'm new, I'll start over

 

[Professor Fate]

No pic.

 

[67Dart273]

So are you thinking it's not the original engine I guess?

 

[H22A4]

On anything before 1968 there was no VIN number on the engine to match the car. The best you can have on a pre 1968 Mopar is an engine that was cast shortly before the car was pushed out the factory.

 

[thomas morton]

So are you thinking it's not the original engine I guess?

I always thought it was the original. Could the factory started 66 engines a little before the end of 65? You know, a 66 motor went into one of the last 65s.
I don't know how to determine if the production date was late. Attached is the broadcast.

 

[volaredon]

every model year started before the actual calendar year. usually the new model year cars are out by Aug/Sept.
My 78 Fury was built 9/77 but all underhood stickers, the VIN, etc all call it a 78.

 

[thomas morton]

every model year started before the actual calendar year. usually the new model year cars are out by Aug/Sept.
My 78 Fury was built 9/77 but all underhood stickers, the VIN, etc all call it a 78.

Thanks, I don't know why I think I need to know all this. It's just fun I guess.