1961 Ford Galaxie 4-Door Town Victoria
The Town Victoria hardtop sedan combined luxury appointments with the pillarless design popular among upscale buyers in 1961.
Confidence
95%
VIN model code 54 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.
1E54T179196
8 Cyl. 292 C.I. (Dual) LC Export
Engine
4-Door Town Victoria
Body
Mahwah, NJ
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1961 Ford Galaxie
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 1 | 1961 |
| Plant Code | E | Mahwah, NJ |
| Model Code | 54 | Galaxie |
| Engine Code | T | 8 Cyl. 292 C.I. (Dual) LC Export, 84 Octane |
| Serial Number | 179196 | Production #179196 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelGalaxie
Year1961
Body Style4-Door Town Victoria
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl. 292 C.I. (Dual) LC Export, 84 Octane
Cylinders8
Displacement292 CID
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantMahwah, NJ
Plant CodeE
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)