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1962 Ford Falcon Tudor Futura

The Futura trim level offered sportier styling and upgraded appointments to attract younger buyers to the compact Falcon lineup.
2R17S107286
6 Cyl. OHV 144 C.I.
Engine
Tudor Futura
Body
San Jose, CA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1962 Ford Falcon

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 2 1962
Plant Code R San Jose, CA
Model Code 17 Falcon
Engine Code S 6 Cyl. OHV 144 C.I.
Serial Number 107286 Production #107286

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelFalcon
Year1962
Body StyleTudor Futura
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine6 Cyl. OHV 144 C.I.
Cylinders6
Displacement144 CID
Horsepower85 HP
Compression Ratio8.7:1
Carburetor1 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantSan Jose, CA
Plant CodeR
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Bodystyle lifespan1960 through 1963
Headroom front34.0
Headroom rear33.0
Height54.5
Legroom front43.5
Legroom rear39.3
Length181.1
Nameplate origin1960
Wheelbase109.5
Width70.6

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)