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1962 Ford Galaxie 2-Door Club Sedan

The base Galaxie represented Ford's entry-level full-size offering during the second year of its completely restyled design.
2G51V121156
6 Cyl. 223 C.I.
Engine
2-Door Club Sedan
Body
Chicago, IL
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1962 Ford Galaxie

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 2 1962
Plant Code G Chicago, IL
Model Code 51 Galaxie
Engine Code V 6 Cyl. 223 C.I.
Serial Number 121156 Production #121156

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelGalaxie
Year1962
Body Style2-Door Club Sedan
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine6 Cyl. 223 C.I.
Cylinders6
Displacement223 CID
Horsepower138 HP
Compression Ratio8.4:1
Carburetor1 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantChicago, IL
Plant CodeG
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Bodystyle lifespan1960 through 1962
Headroom front33.5
Headroom rear34.0
Height54.9
Legroom front44.3
Legroom rear40.5
Length209.3
Nameplate origin1959
Wheelbase119.0
Width79.2

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)