Unique 1969 VIP

[Alyce Kolenovsky]

We actually found the build sheet inside the metal webbing of the back seat.  There are some holes, but it is probably 90% complete.  We have most of the pertinent information.

We know the Plymouth Fury I, II, and III series of cars were used for police vehicles, but we've never seen or heard of a VIP being used for police work. 

Thank you for the information.

[TodFitch]

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Decoding the VIN:

If you can't find the original build sheet, you can use your car's Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to access a decoded build sheet through online services or by contacting a specialized car data provider.

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My serial number look up and early VIN decoder returns this for the VIN posted:

VIN   PP43L9D164898
Model Year (9)   1969
Line (P)   Plymouth Fury, VIP ("C" Body)
Price Class (P)   Premium
Body (43)   4 Door Hardtop
Engine (L)   440 1-4BBL 8 Cylinder "RB" engine (High Performance)
Plant (D)   Belvedere, Illinois
Serial   64898

[32cabrio]

Try to find the build sheet inside the car.
If not found, try to contact the Chrysler Corp.archives.
The following may help.

 Where to find a 1969 Plymouth build sheet:

Inside the car:
Most commonly, the build sheet is hidden within the car's interior, often tucked behind the rear seat cushions, under the carpet on the driver's side, or taped to the back of the glove box liner.
 
Decoding the VIN:

If you can't find the original build sheet, you can use your car's Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to access a decoded build sheet through online services or by contacting a specialized car data provider.
 
Key information on a 1969 Plymouth build sheet:
Engine code: Indicates the specific engine installed in the car, like a "383" or "426 Hemi" for a 1969 Plymouth Road Runner.
Transmission code: Identifies the type of transmission, such as a manual or automatic.
Paint code: The color code for the exterior paint job
Interior code: Details the interior upholstery and trim options
Option codes: Any additional features selected when the car was ordered, like power windows, air conditioning, or special wheel packages.

Hope this helps.

[Alyce Kolenovsky]

We own a 1969 Plymouth VIP.  We purchased this car from its 2nd owner in 2019 and have started restoring it.  Based on the VIN (PP43L9D164898) and the copy of the original title, this was a special order car delivered to Grants, New Mexico and titled for the first time on January 20,1969.

This vehicle has a 140 MPH Certified speedometer.  We've been told this was only offered on a police car, but we can find no record of a VIP being used as a police vehicle.

The original owner was the commander for the New Mexico Mounted Patrol in northern New Mexico.  Some of the equipment on this car makes us assume that he used it as his personal police prowl car.  A short list includes 440 Hi-Perf engine, Torqueflight HD 727 transmission, HD brakes, factory installed trailer hitch, remote trunk release, and the weirdest child safety locks on the back doors. (We jokingly call them perp-locks.)

Can anyone out there confirm our suspicions about this car?  Any information will be greatly appreciated.