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1961 Ford Galaxie 4-Door Town Sedan

The Galaxie Town Sedan represented Ford's premium full-size offering in 1961, competing directly with Chevrolet's Impala for market leadership.
Confidence 95% VIN model code 52 was used by both 1961 and 1971 Fords and the VIN does not distinguish them; showing the 1961 interpretation. If this is a 1971 vehicle, verify against the title or body/warranty plate.
1D52X128776
8 Cyl. 352 C.I. (Dual)
Engine
4-Door Town Sedan
Body
Dallas, TX
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1961 Ford Galaxie

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 1 1961
Plant Code D Dallas, TX
Model Code 52 Galaxie
Engine Code X 8 Cyl. 352 C.I. (Dual)
Serial Number 128776 Production #128776

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelGalaxie
Year1961
Body Style4-Door Town Sedan
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 352 C.I. (Dual)
Cylinders8
Displacement352 CID
Horsepower220 HP
Compression Ratio8.9:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantDallas, TX
Plant CodeD
Pattern SourceFord

Original Specifications

Bodystyle lifespan1960 through 1962
Headroom front33.5
Headroom rear33.9
Height55.0
Legroom front43.3
Legroom rear41.6
Length209.9
Nameplate origin1959
Wheelbase119.0
Width79.9

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)