1962 Mercury Comet 4-Dr. Sedan - C/P
The Comet four-door sedan continued Mercury's successful compact car line in its third year of production.
Confidence
95%
2J02U514575
6 Cyl. 170 C.I. OHV 1 BC
Engine
4-Dr. Sedan - C/P
Body
Los Angeles, CA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
Source: Ford Master Parts Catalog (Lincoln/Mercury); Flory, American Cars.
No factory image on file
1962 Mercury Comet
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 2 | 1962 |
| Plant Code | J | Los Angeles, CA |
| Model Code | 02 | Comet |
| Engine Code | U | 6 Cyl. 170 C.I. OHV 1 BC |
| Serial Number | 514575 | Production #514575 |
Basic Information
MakeMercury
ModelComet
Year1962
Body Style4-Dr. Sedan - C/P
ManufacturerMercury
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine6 Cyl. 170 C.I. OHV 1 BC
Cylinders6
Displacement170 CID
Horsepower101 HP
Compression Ratio8.7:1
Carburetor1 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantLos Angeles, CA
Plant CodeJ
Pattern SourceMercury
Original Specifications
Bodystyle lifespan1960 through 1963
Headroom front34.2
Headroom rear32.7
Height54.5
Legroom front43.4
Legroom rear39.3
Length194.8
Nameplate origin1960
Wheelbase114.0
Width70.4
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)